2026 Big Ten Softball Tournament Presented By Allstate

Wednesday-Saturday, May 6-9, 2026 • Maryland Softball Stadium • College Park, Maryland

The University of Maryland will play host to the 2026 Big Ten Softball Tournament Presented By Allstate, Wednesday through Saturday, May 6-9 at the Maryland Softball Stadium. The conference's top 12 teams will compete, looking to capture the Big Ten Tournament title and an automatic berth into the NCAA Tournament.

2026 Big Ten Softball Tournament Bracket

Schedule of Events (Times EDT)

FIRST ROUND: Wed., May 6

QUARTERFINALS: Thur., May 7

SEMIFINALS: Fri., May 8

5 PM | Game #9 - #4 Indiana vs. #1 Nebraska
Links: Watch (BTN) | Live Stats

7:30 PM | Game #10 - #7 Wisconsin vs. #3 UCLA
Links: Watch (BTN) | Live Stats

CHAMPIONSHIP: Sat., May 9

4 PM | Game #11 - Game #9 Winner vs. Game #10 Winner
Links: Watch (BTN) | Live Stats

NOTES: All times EASTERN (local to the site) … game dates and times are approximate and subject to change … all Big Ten Network (BTN) games can be streamed via the web, smartphones, tablets and connected devices through the FOX Sports App. The host institution will choose to play in Session 1 (first two games) or Session 2 (second two games) on Wednesday if host is seeded 5-12 or on Thursday if host is seeded 1-4. The No. 1 and No. 2 seeds will then choose whether to play the first or second game in their respective session. In the event the host institution does not qualify for the tournament, the No. 1 seed shall choose to play in Session 1 (first two games) or Session 2 (second two games) on Thursday as well as whether they want to play in the first or second game in their respective session. In this scenario, the No. 2 seed shall still choose whether to play the first or second game in their respective session. The order of Wednesday’s games will mirror the order of Thursday’s games.

Ticket Information

Buy Tickets Public all session - $64
Single Session Reserved: $25
Single session GA - $19

Parking Information

CAMPUS MAP

Spectator/Media:

Wednesday and Thursday: Parking for fans will be available free of charge in lot 4b, 4j, 9b, and XVL (Xfinity Visitor Lot) all day.
Friday: Parking will be free and available in lots 4b, 4j, and 9b after 4:00 pm. Prior to 4:00 pm, parking restrictions will apply. Fans must pay to park in XVL on Friday.
Saturday: Parking for fans will be available free of charge in lot 4b, 4j, and 9b all day. Fans must pay to park in XVL on Saturday.

Additional Fan Information

Clear Bag Policy will be in effect
The stadium will be cleared following each session
No re-entry within a session. This applies to both all-session and single-session tickets
Folding chairs are not permitted within the venue. Portable seat-backs to attach to bleachers are allowed

Prohibited Items

Maryland Softball Stadium Info The Big Ten promotes good sportsmanship by student-athletes, coaches and spectators. We request your cooperation in helping to maintain a family-friendly environment for fans of all ages, and in supporting the student-athletes, coaches and officials in a positive manner. Profanity or actions to incite, intimidate or threaten others will not be tolerated and are grounds for removal from the site of competition. The list of items and/or activities prohibited during athletic competitions and events include but are not limited to:

Artificial Noisemakers
Backpacks / Bags that are not clear and over 12" x 6" x 12".
Dangerous or Disruptive Behavior
Fireworks / Firearms
Flammables of any kind
Illegal Substances
Laser Pointers
Outside Food or Drink of any kind*
Pets*
Resale of Ticket
Sign Poles or Sign Sticks
Signage, Apparel or other Items that display, depict or represent recognizable symbols and/or words, including nooses and swastikas, that incite, intimidate, or threaten members of the University of Maryland community.
Smoking
Soliciting / Loitering / Trespassing
Skateboards / Bicycles
Strollers
Umbrellas
Video Cameras
Weapons (both real and facsimiles)
Any other items or actions deemed dangerous or disruptive to the fan experience

*Exceptions will be made for those with medical requirements and/or special needs.

Big Ten Links

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