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20245WOMEN'S FINAL FOUR

2025 NCAA® WOMEN'S FINAL FOUR®

Tampa Bay | Amalie Arena | April 3 - 6

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Women's Final Four Bounce presented by Buick

Hop, skip and jump into Women’s Final Four action with the NCAA Women's Final Four Bounce presented by Buick. Youth ages 18 and under are invited to participate in this unique parade and FREE Women’s Final Four event, joining thousands of fans dribbling their way along the streets of Tampa Bay and into Tourney Town presented by Capital One – the official fan festival of the Women’s Final Four.
 
The first 3,000 participants will receive a FREE basketball and t-shirt.
 
Bounce Registration
LOCATION / Start Line / Registration area
Curtis Hixon Park
600 N. Ashley Drive, Tampa, FL 33602
   
Date
Saturday, April 5
   
Cost
FREE With Registration (Youth ages 18 & under)
 
Registration
Register for FREE by Clicking HERE
Click HERE for FAQs
 
Schedule
Time (ET) Event
9:00 a.m. Registration Begins
11:00 a.m. Bounce Begins
  • Click HERE for the security flyer & bag policy
  • Click HERE for Event & Venue Maps
  • Click HERE for additional parking options throughout Downtown Tampa Bay.

 

QUICK FACTS

 
Event Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025

Event Times: Bounce begins at 11:00 a.m.; Required check-in 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Cost: NCAA Women’s Final Four Bounce is FREE!
 
Registration: Online pre-registration is recommended, as space is limited. Participants must be 18 years of age or younger as of April 5, 2025. Only the first 3,000 registered participants will receive a T-shirt and basketball. 
 
Check-In: Check-in is between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on April 5 at Curtis Hixon Park. Each participant will receive their free t-shirt at check-in and their free basketball as they enter the Bounce route. 
 
Waiver: Waivers must be completed by all participants and chaperones. You must do so onsite at check-in if you did not complete a waiver during online registration. Once waivers are completed, you will receive a wristband allowing entry into Tourney Town presented by Capital One, and Party on the Plaza presented by Buick.
 
Parking: Parking is conveniently available near the Bounce starting point at the William F. Poe Garage, located at the corner of N. Ashley Drive and W. Cass Street. Parking is also available near Tourney Town in the Tampa Convention Center parking garage located at the corner of N. Ashley Drive. and W. Platt Street. or the South Regional Garage located at the corner of Channelside Drive. and S. Florida Avenue. Additional parking is available in private lots or metered spaces throughout the downtown area.
 
Bounce Route:
•    Start Line: Curtis Hixon Park | 600 N. Ashley Drive, Tampa, FL 33602
•    Finish Line: Tourney Town at the Tampa Convention Center
 
Spectators: Parents/Chaperones are encouraged to walk the route with their Bouncer(s). An adult must accompany all Bouncers 12 years old or younger. If you do not accompany your Bouncer(s) on the route, you can meet your Bouncer inside the Parent Pick-Up area located at the finish line at The Tampa Convention Center Channel Entrance.
 
 

Click Here for a full list of Frequently Asked Questions. 

 
 
 
Bounce
 
 
 

QUICK FACTS

 
Event Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025

Event Times: Bounce begins at 11:00 a.m.; Required check-in 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Cost: NCAA Women’s Final Four Bounce is FREE!
 
Registration: Online pre-registration is recommended as space is limited. Participants must be 18-years and younger as of April 5, 2025. Only the first 3,000 registered participants will receive a t-shirt and basketball. 
 
Check-In: Check-in is between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on April 5 at Curtis Hixon Park. Each participant will receive their free t-shirt at check-in and their free basketball as they enter the Bounce route. 
 
Waiver: Waivers must be completed by all participants as well as all chaperones. If you did not complete a waiver during online registration, you must do so onsite at check-in. Once waivers are completed, you will receive a wristband that will allow entry into Tourney Town presented by Capital One and Party on the Plaza presented by Buick.
 
Parking: Parking is conveniently available near the Bounce starting point at the William F. Poe Garage, located at the corner of N. Ashley Drive and W. Cass Street. Parking is also available near Tourney Town in the Tampa Convention Center parking garage located at the corner of N. Ashley Drive. and W. Platt Street. or the South Regional Garage located at the corner of Channelside Drive. and S. Florida Avenue. Additional parking is available in private lots or metered spaces throughout the downtown area.
 
Bounce Route:
•    Start Line: Curtis Hixon Park | 600 N. Ashley Drive, Tampa, FL 33602
•    Finish Line: Tourney Town at the Tampa Convention Center
 
Spectators: Parents/Chaperones are encouraged to walk the route with their Bouncer(s). An adult must accompany all Bouncers 12 years old or younger. If you do not accompany your Bouncer(s) on the route, you can meet your Bouncer inside the Parent Pick-Up area located at the finish line at The Tampa Convention Center Channel Entrance.

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 
What time should I arrive at Curtis Hixon Park? Do I need to bring my own basketball?
Check-in will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Curtis Hixon Park. Registered participants do not need to bring a personal basketball; the NCAA and Wilson will provide each registered Bounce participant with a FREE basketball. 
 
Can a Bounce participant (“Bouncer”) register and attend the NCAA without a parent/guardian?
We ask that all Bouncers aged 12 and under be accompanied by a parent/guardian on the route. If participating in a group, one representative of a parent/guardian will suffice for a group of children. Waivers for EACH PARTICIPANT (including chaperones, accompanying adults, patrons, etc.) should be completed during registration. If you did not complete a waiver during online registration, you must do so onsite. 
 
How do I register a group of Bounce participants?
If you want to register more than one child to participate in the Bounce, the online registration page allows you to add participants. You can register up to 10 participants at one time. 
 
Is a parent/guardian allowed to register their child if the child is not present during on-site registration?
Yes. All event-day registration protocols must be fulfilled, but the participant does not need to be present. 
 
Do I need to register other adults attending with my child?
Only children 18 and under need to be pre-registered online. Young children and other friends/family who are not registered are welcome to attend and support the registered participants by lining the route to cheer on those in the Bounce. 
 
Please note: Free basketballs and t-shirts will only be provided to the first 3,000 youth participants. 
 
When is a Bounce participant’s age determined?
A participant’s age is determined by how old they are on event day. Therefore, you must be younger than 18 years old as of April 5, 2025, to participate in the NCAA Bounce. 
 
If more than 3,000 participants are registered, can I still participate in the NCAA Bounce?
If the maximum number of 3,000 participants is exceeded, you are still welcome to walk the NCAA Bounce route. A waiver must be completed to participate. 
 
Where are the start and finish lines located?
The start line is at Curtis Hixon Park. The finish line is at Tourney Town, located at the Tampa Convention Center.  
 
Where will I meet my Bounce participant at the end of the route?
Parents/guardians are encouraged to walk the route with their Bouncer(s). All Bouncers 12 years old or younger must be accompanied by an adult. If you get separated or do not walk with your Bouncer, you can meet them in the Parent Pick-Up area near the finish line located at the Channel Entrance of the Tampa Convention Center.
 
Are pets and/or strollers allowed during the NCAA Bounce?
Service animals and strollers will be permitted. Please note large strollers and wagons are not permitted in the Tampa Convention Center. A secure stroller storage location can be found at the Channel Entrance near the Bounce finish line.  
 
What is Tourney Town presented by Capital One and how much does it cost?
Tourney Town presented by Capital One is the epicenter for all NCAA Women’s Final Four fan and community activities, anchored by the Center Court performances. Visitors will enjoy entertainment, celebrity appearances, concerts, food, licensed merchandise, exhibits, games, and interactive displays FREE of charge. For more information on Tourney Town, Click Here.
 
Will the NCAA Bounce be canceled for inclement weather?
The NCAA Bounce will not be canceled for inclement weather unless the weather is such that it will threaten the safety of the participants and attendees. Should inclement weather occur, participants will be able to pick up their t-shirts and basketballs in a to-be-determined location on Saturday, April 5.
 
What is the bag policy and what items are prohibited from the event?
Large bags are not permitted at Curtis Hixon Park or the Tampa Convention Center. Guests may bring a small clutch, not larger than 6.5” w x 4.5” h. Bags larger than 6.5” w x 4.5” h, including clear bags, will not be permitted unless identified as medical or parenting bags. All bags are subject to search and/or x-ray. 
 
Click HERE for the security flyer & bag policy
 
Bag Searches
All permissible bags will be subject to a search. Guests with prohibited items will be asked to return them to their vehicle before entering the venue. 
 

Prohibited Items

To help ensure your safety, Curtis Hixon Park and the Tampa Convention Center are preserving all current security measures. These procedures are designed to help our fans have a safe and enjoyable visit to our venue. We apologize for any inconvenience you may experience. Your safety is always our first concern.
 
The following items will not be allowed at the Bounce or within Tourney Town:
●    Backpacks, wrapped packages, and bags larger than 6.5” wide x 4.5” high, including clear bags
●    Cameras with lenses smaller than 4” will be permitted, but camera bags will not be allowed
●    Selfie Sticks
●    iPads, tablets, and GoPros
●    Binoculars are permitted, but binocular bags are not allowed
●    Video or audio recording devices
●    Laser pointers
●    Weapons of any kind
●    Bottles, cans, or containers of any kind
●    Sharp objects, projectiles, sticks, or poles of any kind
●    Fireworks
●    Pepper spray or mace
●    Outside food or beverage items
●    Drugs or controlled substances
●    Chairs, folding chairs, or any other type of individual chair for use
●    Large strollers or wagons (not permitted in the Tampa Convention Center; secure stroller storage will be available).
●    Helium balloons
●    Wrapped gifts
●    Large banners or signs, banners or signs with objectionable language, banners or signs on a pole of any kind
●    Clothing with offensive language
 
Please note that security screenings will be at all Curtis Hixon Park and Tourney Town at the Tampa Convention Center entry points. Thank you for your cooperation. Click HERE for the security flyer & bag policy
 
Where can I obtain more information about the events surrounding the NCAA Women’s Final Four?
Information regarding all NCAA Women’s Final Four events can be found by Clicking Here