SOUTH BEND, Ind. – Notre Dame women’s basketball has announced its promotional schedule for the upcoming 2025-26 season. The Irish will host 16 regular season games in Purcell Pavilion this year with many exciting theme nights and promotions. Promotional highlights include:
- The Bend, 11/9 vs. Chicago State
- Irish Wear Green, 11/21 vs. USC & 1/15 vs. Louisville
- ACC Home Opener, 12/29 vs. Pitt
- Cheer Her Name/City Connect, 1/25 vs. Clemson
- Think Pink, 2/15 vs. NC State
For tickets to all home Notre Dame women’s basketball events, please visit FightingIrish.com/BuyTickets
2025-26 NOTRE DAME WOMEN’S BASKETBALL PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE
Wednesday, Nov. 5 vs. FDU | 7 p.m. ET
Home Opener – Come support the Irish as they tip off the 2025-26 home slate against FDU.
Sunday, Nov. 9 vs. Chicago State | 3 p.m. ET
The Bend – The Irish debut the new “The Bend” uniforms for the first time! The first 2,000 fans in attendance will receive a “The Bend” lapel pin – the first in our collectible pin series giveaway.
Teddy Bear Toss – Fans are encouraged to bring a stuffed animal to toss onto the court during halftime. All stuffed animals collected will be donated to a local charity.
Faculty/Staff Appreciation – Notre Dame faculty and staff can purchase discounted tickets for the game.
Wednesday, Nov. 12 vs. Akron | 7 p.m. ET
Presented by Marine Corps Heritage Foundation
Military Appreciation – Join the Irish in honoring members of each service branch. Veterans and active service members can claim free tickets through Vet Tix. Early arriving fans will receive a red, white and navy blue pom pom!
Student Giveaway – Early arriving students will receive a free t-shirt presented by Marine Corps Heritage Foundation.
Friday, Nov. 21 vs. Southern California | 7 p.m. ET
Presented by Verizon
Irish Wear Green – Join the Irish as they paint Purcell green for this exciting matchup; Notre Dame takes on rival USC. Early arriving fans will receive a green glow stick, presented by Verizon.
Monday, Nov. 24 vs. Central Michigan | 9 p.m. ET
Love Island Night – We’ve got a text! Islanders join Notre Dame women’s basketball for a buzzing night inside the Purcell Pavilion villa – you won’t want to miss it!
Sunday, Dec. 21 vs. Bellarmine| 5 p.m. ET
Holiday Game – Grab your holiday sweater, meet Santa himself in Heritage Hall pregame, and enjoy Christmas themed music, contests and content!
Toiletry Drive – Fans are encouraged to bring toiletry items for women and children to benefit the YWCA North Central Indiana and Hannah’s House.
Sunday, Dec. 29 vs. Pitt | 6 p.m. ET
Presented by Indiana Donor Network
ACC Home Opener – The Irish tip off ACC play at home against Pitt. Early arriving fans will receive the second pin from our collectible pins series giveaway!
Sunday, Jan. 11 vs. UNC | 1 p.m. ET
Legacy Weekend – Join us as the Irish celebrate the 25th anniversary of the 2001 Notre Dame women’s basketball National Championship. Don’t miss a special in-game recognition as the Irish welcome back the 2001 team. Prior to tip off, fans can get a picture with the 2001 Championship Trophy!
Thursday, Jan. 15 vs. Louisville | 6 p.m. ET
Irish Wear Green – Paint Purcell green again with the Irish as they take on the Louisville Cardinals. Early arriving fans will receive a green glow stick, presented by Verizon.
Thursday, Jan. 22 vs. Miami | 6 p.m. ET
STEM Night – Take part in STEM Night with the Irish as Notre Dame students, faculty and staff help spotlight the incredible world of science, technology, engineering and math. Explore interactive exhibits and enjoy an explosive halftime show from Kate the Chemist!
Sunday, Jan. 25 vs. Clemson | 3 p.m. ET
Presented by Dick’s Sporting Goods
Cheer Her Name – Join us at Purcell Pavilion as we celebrate 50 years of women’s varsity athletics at the University of Notre Dame.
City Connect – Show off your South Bend pride and cheer on the Irish! The Irish will wear “The Bend” jerseys and fans will receive a “The Bend” rally towel presented by Pella Windows and Doors of Northern Indiana.
Book Drive – Fans are encouraged to bring new or gently used books to benefit the local community.
Thursday, Feb. 5 vs. Virginia Tech | 7 p.m. ET
Black Excellence Night – Join Notre Dame women’s basketball as we celebrate influential figures and outstanding members of the Notre Dame community who have embodied impact, leadership and achievement as championed during campus events earlier in the year.
The Bend Jerseys – The Irish sport their new “The Bend” uniforms for the final time inside Purcell Pavilion this season.
Sunday, Feb. 15 vs. NC State | TBD
Presented by Beacon Health System
Think Pink – Join Notre Dame women’s basketball for the annual Think Pink game in their support for breast cancer awareness. We encourage all of our fans to wear pink and join in the fight against breast cancer. Early arriving fans will receive a pink glowstick presented by Beacon Health System.
Hope Kit Drive – Fans are encouraged to bring personal care and comfort items to benefit patients undergoing breast cancer treatment.
Thursday, Feb. 26th vs. Syracuse | 7 p.m. ET
Senior Night – Join us at Purcell Pavilion as we recognize our graduating Irish and celebrate their accomplishments pregame. Early arriving fans will receive the final pin in our collectible pin series giveaway.
Student Giveaway – The first 500 students will receive a Fighting Irish hat, presented by Dick’s Sporting Goods.