A January 2021 announcement from the NCAA shared that the Big Dance — March Madness — would be played in Indianapolis. The tournament would be played at a number of notable venues throughout Central Indiana, including Lucas Oil Stadium, Indiana Farmers Coliseum, Butler University’s Hinkle Fieldhouse, Indiana University’s Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall and Purdue University’s Mackey Arena.
This also means that for the first time in NCAA Tournament history, March Madness is taking place in one state.
The NCAA is no stranger to the Circle City, as its national headquarters has been located in downtown Indianapolis for over 20 years.