Circa's Stadium Swim to Anchor 2026 College Basketball Crown Fan Celebration

The annual College Basketball Crown tournament returns to Las Vegas with a signature fan event at Circa Resort's Stadium Swim.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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The College Basketball Crown and Circa Resort & Casino have announced the return of the Crown Town Fan Fest at Stadium Swim, bringing back one of the tournament's signature fan events during the 2026 championship weekend in Las Vegas. The annual eight-team postseason tournament will feature top programs from the Big Ten, Big 12 and BIG EAST conferences, with semifinal and championship games broadcast nationally on FOX and FS1.

Why it matters

The College Basketball Crown is an emerging tournament that aims to provide an exciting championship experience for teams and fans outside the traditional NCAA Tournament. Hosting the fan festival at Circa's Stadium Swim, a unique rooftop pool and entertainment venue, helps elevate the tournament's profile and create a memorable atmosphere for attendees.

The details

Crown Town Fan Fest will take place on Friday, April 3, 2026 from 12-4 p.m. at Stadium Swim, Circa's multi-level rooftop pool amphitheater overlooking Downtown Las Vegas. Anchored by a 143-foot screen, the venue will host fans, tournament partners and college basketball insiders ahead of the semifinal and championship matchups.

  • The College Basketball Crown is set for April 1–5, 2026.
  • Crown Town Fan Fest will take place on Friday, April 3, 2026 from 12-4 p.m.

The players

Circa Resort & Casino

A hotel and casino in downtown Las Vegas that is serving as a Founding Partner and Official Host Hotel of the College Basketball Crown.

College Basketball Crown

An annual eight-team postseason tournament featuring top programs from the Big Ten, Big 12 and BIG EAST conferences that narrowly miss selection to the NCAA Tournament.

Derek Stevens

Owner and CEO of Circa Resort & Casino.

Nick Baker

President and COO of AEG Global Partnerships and a board member of the College Basketball Crown.

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What they’re saying

“As a Founding Partner of the College Basketball Crown, we're proud to once again host Crown Town Fan Fest at Stadium Swim and welcome fans back for another unforgettable championship-weekend experience.”

— Derek Stevens, Owner and CEO, Circa Resort & Casino (Press release)

“The return of Crown Town Fan Fest reflects the continued momentum of the College Basketball Crown and the strength of our partnership with Circa. Together, we're focused on delivering premium, fan-first experiences that elevate the championship weekend both inside and outside the arena.”

— Nick Baker, President and COO, AEG Global Partnerships; Board Member, College Basketball Crown (Press release)

What’s next

Tickets for Crown Town Fan Fest are now on sale, and Circa is offering exclusive room packages that include a two-night stay, College Basketball Crown game tickets and access to the Fan Fest.

The takeaway

The College Basketball Crown is building momentum as an alternative to the traditional NCAA Tournament, and its partnership with Circa Resort & Casino to host a signature fan festival at Stadium Swim demonstrates the tournament's commitment to creating a premium, immersive experience for college basketball fans.