The 2026 Ally ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament schedule will take place from March 4–8, 2026, at Gas South Arena in Duluth, Georgia. In a historic shift, the tournament moves to the Greater Atlanta area, marking a departure from its traditional Carolina roots. While the conference has expanded to 18 members, the tournament field is limited to the top 15 teams based on regular-season standings. The championship game will air live on ESPN on Sunday, March 8, at 1:00 PM ET.
2026 Women’s ACC Tournament Daily Schedule & TV Channels
The path to the 2026 Women’s ACC title features 14 games over five days. The top four seeds earn a double-bye directly into the Quarterfinals on Friday, March 6.
Tournament Session Schedule:
- Wednesday, March 4 (First Round): Seeds 10–15 compete (ACC Network)
- Thursday, March 5 (Second Round): Seeds 5–9 join the opening round winners (ACC Network)
- Friday, March 6 (Quarterfinals): The top four seeds debut (ACC Network / ESPN2)
- Saturday, March 7 (Semifinals): Two games to determine the finalists (ESPN2)
- Sunday, March 8 (Championship Game): 1:00 PM ET (ESPN)
Tournament Watch: Is the ACC a 7-bid or 8-bid league this year? Track the latest bubble news and seed projections in our [2026 Women’s Selection Sunday Guide].
Expert Note from the SportsBrackets Analyst: Moving the tournament to Gas South Arena creates a fascinating new dynamic. This is a more intimate venue that often favors teams with high-energy backcourts. The 15-team cap is the real story, however; three teams will be left home entirely, making every February game a ‘must-win’ for the bottom of the conference. If you’re filling out a bracket, watch the #5 through #7 seeds carefully on Thursday—these are often Top-25 caliber teams that can easily upset a rested top seed on Friday.
Tournament Watch: Will the ACC get 7 teams into the Big Dance? Track the latest bracketology and field projections in our 2026 Women’s Selection Sunday Guide.
How many teams make the 2026 ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament?
Only the top 15 teams out of the 18 ACC members qualify for the 2026 tournament. The bottom three teams in the regular-season standings do not advance to Duluth.
Where is the 2026 ACC Women’s Tournament played?
The 2026 tournament is hosted at Gas South Arena in Duluth, Georgia, marking the first time the event has moved to the Atlanta area.
What channel is the ACC Women’s Championship on?
The 2026 ACC Women’s Championship game will air nationally on ESPN at 1:00 PM ET on Sunday, March 8.
2026 ACC Women’s Tournament Daily Schedule & TV Broadcasts
Here’s the 2026 ACC Women’s tournament daily schedule & TV broadcasts for you.
| Date | Round | Session / Key Details | Game Times (ET) | Matchups (by Seed) | TV / Notes |
| Wednesday, March 4 | First Round | Opening Day / Session 1 | 11:00 a.m. 1:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. | No. 12 vs. No. 13 No. 10 vs. No. 15 No. 11 vs. No. 14 | ACC Network |
| Thursday, March 5 | Second Round | Session 1 (Morning) Session 2 (Evening) | 11:00 a.m. (Game 4) Likely afternoon/evening games (e.g., ~2 p.m., ~5 p.m. or later) | No. 8 vs. No. 9 Winner of Game 1 vs. No. 5 Winner of Game 2 vs. No. 7 Winner of Game 3 vs. No. 6 | ACC Network |
| Friday, March 6 | Quarterfinals | Session 1 (Morning) Session 2 (Evening) | 11:00 a.m. start (morning session) 5:00 p.m. start (evening session) | Four games: Winners from second round vs. seeds 1–4 (specific pairings per bracket) | ACC Network |
| Saturday, March 7 | Semifinals | Single session | 12:00 p.m. start (typically two games) | Two semifinal games (winners of quarterfinals) | ACC Network / ESPN family |
| Sunday, March 8 | Championship Final | Finals | 1:00 p.m. | Championship Game | Likely ESPN or ACC Network |
2026 NCAA Women’s Tournament Schedule and Bracket
The winner of the 2026 Big Ten Women’s basketball tournament earns the conference’s automatic bid to the 2026 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament. If you are looking for a printable bracket to complete your bracketology (or follow the action after Selection Sunday), we’ve got you covered.
