SOUTH BEND, Ind. – Notre Dame Men’s Basketball has announced its promotional schedule for the upcoming 2025-26 season. The Irish will host 17 regular season games in Purcell Pavilion this year, many with exciting promotions. Promotional highlights include:
- The Bend Game – 11/7 vs Detroit Mercy
- 574 Night – 1/10 vs Clemson
- Irish Wear Green – 2/7 vs Florida State
For mini plans and tickets to all home Notre Dame Men’s Basketball events, please visit FightingIrish.com/BuyTickets.
2025-26 NOTRE DAME MEN’S BASKETBALL PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE
Monday, Nov. 3 vs. LIU Brooklyn | 7 p.m. ET
Season Opener – Come out and support the Irish as they tip off the season against LIU Brooklyn!
Legion Shirt Student Giveaway – Students will receive this year’s Legion Student Section Shirt, presented by Meijer.
Friday, Nov. 7 vs. Detroit Mercy | 7 p.m. ET
The Bend Game – The Irish will wear their new “The Bend” uniforms for the first time!
Rally Towel Giveaway – The first 3,000 fans in attendance will receive a “The Bend” rally towel, presented by Pella Windows and Doors of South Bend.
Tuesday, Nov. 11 vs. Eastern Illinois | 7:30 p.m. ET
Presented by Marine Corps Heritage Fund
God, Country, Notre Dame Poms Giveaway – Early arriving fans will receive a red, white, and navy blue pom pom with God, Country, Notre Dame on the handle!
Student Giveaway – Early arriving students will receive a free T-shirt, presented by Marine Corp Heritage Fund.
Tuesday, Dec. 2 vs. Missouri | 9:00 p.m. ET
ACC/SEC Challenge – The Irish take on the Tigers for the first ACC/SEC Challenge hosted in Purcell Pavilion!
Student Crewneck Giveaway – The first 500 students will receive a crewneck, presented by Verizon!
Wednesday, Dec. 10 vs. Idaho | 7:00 p.m. ET
Special Announcement Incoming…
Saturday, Dec. 13 vs. Evansville | 2 p.m. ET
Window Sticker Giveaway – The first 3,000 fans will receive a car window sticker!
Sunday, Dec. 21 vs. Purdue Fort Wayne | 12 p.m. ET
The Bend Jerseys – The Irish will wear their new “The Bend” uniforms!
Christmas Game – Come out and meet Santa himself in Heritage Hall pregame, and enjoy Christmas-themed contests and content!
Catholic Schools Day – Notre Dame Basketball is happy to welcome local Catholic Schools into Purcell Pavilion!
Saturday, Jan. 10 vs. Clemson | 6 p.m. ET
ACC Home Opener – The Irish host Clemson in their ACC Home Opener!
574 Night – The Irish will don their new “The Bend” uniforms in honor of 574 night!
574 Hat Giveaway – The first 2,000 fans in attendance will receive this year’s 574 hat!
Saturday, Jan. 24 vs. Boston College | 6 p.m. ET
Presented by Verizon
Green Foam Stick Giveaway – The first 3,000 fans in attendance will receive a green LED foam stick, presented by Verizon.
Tuesday, Jan. 27 vs. Virginia | 7 p.m. ET
Coaches vs Cancer / Suits & Sneakers – Join us as we increase cancer awareness and promote healthy living while highlighting the work done through the Celebration of Hope.
Saturday, Feb. 7 vs. Florida State | 4 p.m. ET
Presented by Beacon Health System
Irish Wear Green – The Irish are wearing green at home for the first time in the 2025-26 season!
Rally Towel Giveaway – The first 3,000 fans in attendance will receive a green rally towel, presented by Beacon Health System.
Tuesday, Feb. 24 vs. Duke | 7 p.m. ET
Presented by Dick’s Sporting Goods
PACK PURCELL!
Saturday, Feb. 28 vs. NC State | 12 p.m. ET
Coaches for Autism Awareness – Join us in our mission to raise awareness of autism.
Student Giveaway – Early arriving students will receive a special giveaway, presented by Dick’s Sporting Goods.
Wednesday, Mar. 4 vs. Stanford | 9 p.m. ET
Senior Night – Join us pregame for a special ceremony celebrating the graduating class and their contributions to the Men’s Basketball program.