Big Ten Basketball Tournament Ticket Costs: Most Affordable & Priciest Option
The Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament begins on Wednesday, March 12, and concludes on Sunday, March 16. All matches will be held at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana, the home court of the NBA’s Indiana Pacers and the WNBA’s Indiana Fever. The Wisconsin Badgers are guaranteed to play on Thursday, March 13, with hopes of competing throughout the weekend.
Tickets remain available for purchase, giving fans a chance to support the Badgers or root against rival teams. There are multiple ticket options, ranging from budget-friendly choices to high-end seating.
“All-session tickets for the 28th annual tournament can be purchased at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse box office or through Ticketmaster.com. Seats in the 200-level sections range from $400 to $460, depending on location. Ticketmaster and venue service fees apply.”
— Big Ten
Most Affordable Tickets for the Big Ten Tournament
The least expensive tickets currently available are for the First-Round games, with prices starting at $40 on Ticketmaster. Prices rise slightly for the Second Round, with tickets beginning at $55.
Third Round – $85
Fourth Round – $95
Championship – $105
For a full breakdown of session schedules and ticket costs, visit Ticketmaster by clicking here.
Most Expensive Tickets for the Big Ten Tournament
Right now, Ticketmaster has sold out most of its premium seats, leaving primarily lower-priced options. However, secondary ticket sellers like GameTime offer “All Sessions” packages for up to $1,780.
On Ticketmaster, the highest-priced tickets for each round are:
First Round – $60
Second Round – $100
Third Round – $115
Fourth Round – $150
Championship – $175
While the all-session package is the most expensive option, it can also be seen as the best value since it provides entry to every game in the Big Ten Tournament instead of just one or two.