Michigan Basketball Celebrates National Championship at Crisler Center

Fans can watch the ticketed event on Big Ten Network starting at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 11.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 10:04am

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting a Michigan basketball championship celebration, with overlapping geometric shapes and planes in the team's signature maize and blue colors.The vibrant celebration of Michigan basketball's national championship victory will bring the community together in a colorful display of school pride.Ann Arbor Today

The University of Michigan men's basketball team is celebrating its 2026 national championship with a parade through Ann Arbor and a ticketed event at Crisler Center. The parade will start at 10 a.m. at the President's House and end at Yost Ice Arena, while the celebration at Crisler Center will be broadcast live on Big Ten Network starting at 1 p.m. Tickets are still available for the Crisler Center event, with student tickets costing $20 and reserved seats in the lower and upper bowls priced at $75 and $35, respectively.

Why it matters

Michigan's national championship win was a historic achievement for the program, and the celebration events provide an opportunity for the community to come together and honor the team's accomplishments. The events also showcase the university's basketball success and the passion of its fan base.

The details

The parade through Ann Arbor will start at 10 a.m. at the President's House and travel down State Street, ending at Yost Ice Arena. Fans are encouraged to line the parade route, particularly along South University and State Street. The ticketed celebration at Crisler Center will begin at 1 p.m., with doors opening at noon. The event will be broadcast live on Big Ten Network.

  • The parade will start at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 11.
  • The ticketed celebration at Crisler Center will begin at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 11.

The players

Michigan Basketball Team

The University of Michigan men's basketball team, which won the 2026 NCAA national championship.

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What’s next

Fans can purchase tickets for the Crisler Center celebration at MGoBlue.com/Tickets.

The takeaway

Michigan's national championship win has sparked a joyous celebration in Ann Arbor, as the community comes together to honor the team's historic achievement and the program's continued success.