The University of Kentucky has announced details for the 2025 edition of Big Blue Madness, which will tip off on Saturday, October 11.
The school says that this year’s event promises to be “bigger and bolder
than ever,” and it will feature a full day of entertainment, team introductions, and fan engagement in Rupp Arena.
Big Blue Madness will begin at 6 PM ET. The event will be broadcast on SEC Network+.
BBN United Fan Fest will start earlier in the day in and around Central Bank Center. Details about gaining entry and start time will be announced soon.
Ticket Distribution
Tickets for Big Blue Madness are once again complimentary and will be distributed exclusively online via Ticketmaster.com and through the Ticketmaster app on Friday, September 26, starting at 5 PM ET.
Online orders will have a minimal service fee attached, and there will be a limit of four tickets per household. UK cannot guarantee that all fans will receive tickets. There will be no in-person ticket distribution.
All patrons, regardless of age, require a ticket for Big Blue Madness.
A limited number of tickets will be available for UK students, and information can be found online at UKStudentTix.com. Student lottery registration closes on Tuesday, September 23, at 4 PM ET. With limited quantities available, students may wish to consider ordering through the public distribution on September 26.
Before the Madness begins, fans are invited to experience the BBN United Fan Fest, a brand-new, pre-event celebration designed to bring Big Blue Nation together like never before. BBN United Fan Fest will take place earlier in the day and feature interactive experiences, live entertainment, and exclusive access to Kentucky basketball culture.
Big Blue Madness Presented by Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Bluegrass
- Live team and coach introductions
- SEC Network+ broadcast
- Special effects, performances, and surprises
- Exclusive giveaways and commemorative item
BBN United Fan Fest Presented by Kroger
- Main stage programming, including game rewatches with Kentucky basketball staff members and legends, trivia, and live podcasts
- Autograph sessions with players, coaches, and alumni
- Photo ops with championship trophies and memorabilia
- Food trucks, music, and interactive sponsor activations
- Open to Madness ticket holders; additional details to be announced
BBN United Members Exclusive Sweepstakes
BBN United Members who signed up for the exclusive sweepstakes by September 22 were entered into a pre-drawing of 1,000 complimentary tickets before the public distribution.
They will be notified if they were selected by Wednesday, September 24, so even if they weren’t selected, they can try and get tickets via the public distribution.
Those not already BBN United members are encouraged to join today. Founding BBN United members directly support the future of UK Athletics and contribute to opportunities for Wildcat athletes.
Sweepstakes like the Big Blue Madness ticket raffle will continue throughout the year.
Members gain access to official gear delivered straight to their doors, early access to tickets for select events, are entered into monthly sweepstakes, are invited to experiences and events, access exclusive content, and get to meet and greet players and staff in person, online, and more.
