The confetti has settled, the nets have been cut down, and now it's time for the victory lap. The Michigan Wolverines, fresh off their historic national championship victory over UConn, are set to be honored this Saturday with a full day of celebration in Ann Arbor. For the first time since 1989, the basketball program reigns supreme, and the university is throwing a party worthy of the achievement.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 11th. The festivities kick off at 10 a.m. with a parade through the heart of the University of Michigan's campus. The forecast promises perfect parade weather—sunny skies with highs in the 50s—so fans can focus on cheering without an umbrella in hand.
The parade route will begin at the President’s House (815 S. University Ave.) and proceed down State Street, concluding at Yost Ice Arena (1116 S. State St.). Fans are encouraged to line up along South University Avenue and State Street to catch a glimpse of the champions. Be aware that streets along the route will close at 8 a.m.
Following the parade, the celebration moves indoors to the Crisler Center (333 E. Stadium Blvd.) for a special ticketed event starting at 1 p.m., with doors opening at noon. This is your chance to be part of the electric atmosphere as the team is officially honored on their home court.
Tickets for the Crisler Center celebration are available at MGoBlue.com/Tickets. Student tickets are priced at $20 for access to the famed Maize Rage section, while reserved seats in the lower bowl are $75. For those driving in, the university recommends using parking structures on Forest Avenue, Maynard Street, Thayer Street, and Thompson Street.
It's a day destined to become part of Michigan lore. Whether you're lining the streets in maize and blue or joining the roar inside Crisler, this is the perfect opportunity to celebrate a legendary season and show your support for a team that brought the title home.
