SPORT MODE Major Sporting Events in 2026 This is Pennsylvania’s banner year for sports, where adrenaline, rivalries, and unforgettable plays turn every event into a chance for historic moments. From buzzer-beaters to touchdowns, discover where the action happens, then explore beyond the arena for bustling sports bars, surprising museums, and standout eats just steps from the stadium. Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia Acrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh NCAA Men’s March Madness March 20 & 22, 2026 | Philadelphia Join thousands of basketball fans to catch the first and second round of the NCAA Men’s Tournament inside the recently renovated Xfinity Mobile Arena (formerly Wells Fargo Center), with Saint Joseph’s University as host. Expect high-stakes single-elimination match-ups as 64 teams battle to advance to Sweet 16 weekend. Game Plan: Stay within walking distance at the Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard . Tucked inside a military shipyard turned neighborhood, enjoy 20-plus acres of urban green spaces, a mile-long riverfront trail, and dining options like Gatehouse at The Navy Yard , featuring an outdoor beer garden with pub fare and lawn games. Shift sporting gears with a visit to the world-class Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum , which caters to racing sports car fanatics with displays of rare and famous race cars. Eat, drink, and sightsee on a buffet-style bottomless mimosa brunch cruise along the Delaware River with City Cruises . For dinner, dive into the decadent, pork-packed menu at Bake’n Bacon , where brisket cheesesteaks, bacon-caramel burgers, and smoked bacon mac ‘n’ cheese hit all the right notes. Scan the QR code for more details on major sporting in Pennsylvania. 14 visitpa.com A. ZWARYCH
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