2026 Frozen Four Hockey Tournament Heads to Las Vegas

NCAA's biggest college hockey event will be held at T-Mobile Arena in April 2026.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 1:08am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the action and energy of a college hockey game, with players and the rink broken down into sharp, overlapping planes of navy, white, and silver.The 2026 NCAA Frozen Four tournament will bring the excitement of college hockey to the bright lights of Las Vegas.Las Vegas Today

The NCAA Men's Frozen Four, the championship tournament for Division I college hockey, will be held in Las Vegas for the first time in 2026. The semifinal games will take place on Thursday, April 9, 2026, with the national championship game following on Saturday. Tickets will go on sale to the general public in the fall of 2025.

Why it matters

Hosting the Frozen Four is a major coup for Las Vegas, which has worked to establish itself as a premier destination for major sporting events in recent years. The tournament will bring thousands of hockey fans to the city and provide a significant economic boost.

The details

The 2026 Frozen Four will be held at T-Mobile Arena, home of the NHL's Vegas Golden Knights. The semifinal games are scheduled for Thursday, April 9, 2026, with the national championship game taking place two days later on Saturday. Ticket sales to the general public will begin in the fall of 2025, with pre-sale opportunities for college hockey fans and season ticket holders.

  • The 2026 NCAA Men's Frozen Four will take place on April 9-11, 2026.
  • Ticket sales to the general public will begin in the fall of 2025.

The players

NCAA

The National Collegiate Athletic Association, the organization that oversees college sports in the United States.

T-Mobile Arena

The indoor arena in Las Vegas that will host the 2026 Frozen Four tournament.

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What’s next

Fans interested in attending the 2026 Frozen Four in Las Vegas should monitor the NCAA's website and social media channels for updates on ticket sales and other event information.

The takeaway

Bringing the prestigious Frozen Four tournament to Las Vegas is a major win for the city, further cementing its status as a premier destination for high-profile sporting events. The tournament will provide a significant economic boost and exposure for Las Vegas.