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By Mark A. Leon
College basketball returns to downtown Charleston this November as the Shriners Children’s Charleston Classic brings six nationally recognized programs to TD Arena for two days of competition.
Scheduled for Friday, November 20, and Sunday, November 22, the 2026 tournament marks the event’s 18th year. The early-season NCAA Division I men’s basketball showcase will feature the University of Dayton, University of Minnesota, Northwestern University, Oklahoma State University, the University of Utah and Virginia Tech.
Games on Friday begin at 12:30 p.m., with Oklahoma State facing Minnesota, followed by Northwestern versus Virginia Tech at 3 p.m. Dayton and Utah close out the day at 5:30 p.m.
Sunday’s matchups begin at 1 p.m. with Dayton taking on Northwestern. Virginia Tech meets Oklahoma State at 3:30 p.m., followed by Utah versus Minnesota at 6 p.m.
The games will be played at TD Arena, 301 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401, placing fans in the heart of downtown Charleston for a weekend of college basketball.
Tickets are available through ESPN Events and are sold on a game-by-game basis. Fans planning to attend both tournament days must purchase separate tickets for their selected games, as an all-event pass is not offered.
For schedules, ticket purchases and additional event information, visit the official Shriners Children’s Charleston Classic website or go directly to the official ticket page.
The Charleston Classic continues to bring college basketball programs and fans to the Lowcountry, pairing nationally televised competition with the opportunity to experience Charleston’s restaurants, attractions and historic downtown.
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