What Happens When You Mix In The Ultimate Sporting Event With The Ultimate College Weekend Experience?
You get a weekend where 250,000 participants take over a city and make it the largest party capitol in the country. You have a duty to make sure that you party with us in Charlotte for the CIAA Tournament Weekend.
The CIAA stands for Intercollegiate Athletic Association. The Tournament returns to Charlotte, North Carolina Feb. 23 - 26, 2017 and is one of the largest and financially successful basketball tournaments in the United States. The annual tournament showcases athletic competition in men's and women's basketball during five days of play culminating with the championship game.
Be prepared for an all out assault of activities and celebrity parties that will occur all weekend
You do not want to miss all the excitement as over 250,000 make there way to Charlotte, North Carolina for the largest party get together in the country.
Over 250,000 fans attended the 2017 CIAA tournament. As the fan base continues to grow, so does the roster of notables that can be seen at the tournament and affiliated events.
What happens at the CIAA Tournament...Is It all just about basketball?
There are all types of parties, activities, concerts, staged events and so much more that happen all weekend.
In addition to basketball, fans have the opportunity to attend numerous events surrounding the tournament. The variety of activities is astounding. The CIAA tournament provides the backdrop for celebrity hosted after parties, spirited student step shows, the CIAA Fan Experience, concerts, a show stopping education, networking opportunities with business professionals, reunions with alumni and the chance to meet and mingle with old friends.
How Much Does It Cost To Attend?
Most of your cost will come down to getting a place to stay and getting around. Hotels typically raise prices during the weekend to meet the high demand. Depending on how close you want to be towards that action sets the standards on the pricing. Black Beach Week has placed the lowest priced hotels online so you can pick and choose what you need.