College basketball fans can mark their calendars for a week of high‑stakes action as the 2026 Acrisure Series descends on Acrisure Arena in Greater Palm Springs from November 21 through 26. The tournament, billed as the nation’s premier Thanksgiving college basketball event, will feature 26 Division I programs contesting 26 games over six consecutive days.
A Holiday Tradition Revived
The schedule is packed with marquee matchups that pit traditional powerhouses against rising contenders. Highlights include Stanford versus Colorado, Grand Canyon taking on Saint Louis, and a much‑anticipated clash between USC and South Carolina. Thanksgiving Day will showcase a slate of games such as Utah State versus USC, SMU versus LSU, and South Carolina versus Arizona State, giving fans a full slate of holiday basketball.
Beyond the hardwood, the event offers a suite of premium experiences. Alumni gatherings, exclusive hospitality suites and special fan‑focused activities are woven into the tournament’s fabric, turning the week into a broader celebration of college basketball culture. Partner hotels, including La Quinta Resort & Club and JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa, are providing discounted rates to accommodate the influx of visitors.
Tickets for the 2026 Acrisure Series go on sale through Ticketmaster, with presale access reserved for members of the Acrisure Arena club. Prices start at a modest level, making the games accessible to a wide audience while still delivering the electric atmosphere of a national‑level event. The tournament’s organizers say the initiative is designed to cement Acrisure Arena’s reputation as a premier destination for Thanksgiving week sports.