University of Minnesota Athletics
GOPHER MEN'S BASKETBALL 2026-27 PROMOTIONS
Nov. 2 | North Dakota
BUY TICKETS
HOME OPENER
Join us at The Barn by Blue Cross and Blue Shield Minnesota as we tip off the 2026-27 season against North Dakota!
Stop by the marketing table outside of section 107 to get a 2026-27 schedule poster!
Nov. 6 | ST. THOMAS
BUY TICKETS
CROSSTOWN SHOWDOWN
Rep your maroon and gold as the St. Thomas Tommies come to the Barn for the first matchup between the two programs since 1934!
Nov. 12 | southern
MILITARY APPRECIATION
Gopher Men's Basketball honors all active duty and veteran military service members on November 12!
Through a partnership with Vet Tix, a select number of complimentary tickets to active military personnel and veterans. A small fee associated helps Vet Tix distribute tickets to all service members. Sign up for an account and become verified to claim your tickets today!
Nov. 16 | Western illinois
BUY TICKETS
$3 HOT DOG AND SODA NIGHT
Get to The Barn by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota for a Monday night matchup and $3 hot dogs and $3 sodas at the concession stands!
Dec. 8 | illinois
BUY TICKETS
BIG TEN OPENER
Big Ten play is back at The Barn! Be there as the Gophers open against the 2025 Final Four Team Illinois!
STUDENT T-SHIRT GIVEAWAY
The first 750 current University of Minnesota students will receive an exclusive Barnyard t-shirt!
Dec. 16 | texas southern
BUY TICKETS
HOLIDAY HOOPS
Tis' the season for Gopher Basketball! Wear your ugly sweaters out to the game and cheer on the maroon and gold as they take on Texas Southern!
$5 STUDENT TICKETS W/ ANY COLLEGE ID
Staying on campus over break or back in the Twin Cities for the holidays? All current college students can score a $5 student section ticket by showing their valid Student ID at the gate!
Dec. 20 | alcorn state
BUY TICKETS
GOLDY'S KIDS CLUB DAY
Goldy's Kids Club members can purchase discounted tickets to the game! Stop by the concourse to visit the face painter, available throughout the first half!
$5 STUDENT TICKETS W/ ANY COLLEGE ID
Staying on campus over break or back in the Twin Cities for the holidays? All current college students can score a $5 student section ticket by showing their valid Student ID at the gate!
dec. 29 | UTSA
BUY TICKETS
$3 HOT DOG AND SODA NIGHT
Visit participating concession stands to get your $3 hot dogs and $3 soda!
$5 STUDENT TICKETS W/ ANY COLLEGE ID
Staying on campus over break or back in the Twin Cities for the holidays? All current college students can score a $5 student section ticket by showing their valid Student ID at the gate!
EDUCATOR APPRECIATION
Educators can receive discounted admission to the game by emailing GopherSports@umn.edu.
jan. 6 | penn state
BUY TICKETS
YETI TICKET PACKAGE
Fans can purchase a 20oz gold retro "U of M" Yeti and a ticket to sit in the student section!
Yeti Ticket Package
$5 STUDENT TICKETS W/ ANY COLLEGE ID
Staying on campus over break or back in the Twin Cities for the holidays? All current college students can score a $5 student section ticket by showing their valid Student ID at the gate!
jan. 17 | purdue
BUY TICKETS
HOOPS4ALS
The team will be wearing Hoops4ALS shooting shirts as we raise awareness for ALS. Learn more about how you can help promote ALS research!
Hoops4ALS
HIGH SCHOOL TEAM DAY
High Schools that submit current team rosters by January 7th receive FREE admission! Submit your team roster via the form below.
Submit Team Roster
jan. 20 | indiana
BUY TICKETS
GAME SPONSOR: AG AND FOOD DAY
STUDENT NIGHT
The students are back on campus, and we're celebrating with Student Night! Students can enter to win big prizes, including a PlayStation, JBL PartyBox, and more!
STUDENT HAT GIVEAWAY
The first 750 current University of Minnesota students will receive an exclusive Minnesota diamond-cut hat.
TICKET + BEVERAGE PACKAGE
This package includes one game ticket, one free beverage from the concessions (excluding cocktails), and a retro jersey can koozie.
Ticket and Beverage Package
jan. 26 | Washington
BUY TICKETS
GAME SPONSOR: UMN BOOKSTORE
BINGO NIGHT
Grab a friend and come to Bingo Night at The Barn presented by the UMN Bookstore!
The first 1,000 fans to stop at our bingo night table located outside of section 103 can pick up a bingo card. Keep an eye on the videoboard throughout the game to see if your lucky numbers appear to win special prizes!
jan. 31 | wisconsin
BUY TICKETS
GAME SPONSOR: MINNESOTA BIO FUELS
BORDER BATTLE
The Gophers host Wisconsin for a Sunday Border Battle! Help cover The Barn in Maroon & Gold!
feb. 13 | Oregon
BUY TICKETS
FIRST RESPONDERS APPRECIATION
First Responders can receive discounted admission to the game by emailing GopherSports@umn.edu for more information.
feb. 16 | michigan
BUY TICKETS
GAME SPONSOR: MN CORN
THROWBACK GAME
The Gophers are taking it back as they take on the Michigan Wolverines for Throwback night!
STUDENT "SHIRSEY" GIVEAWAY
The first 750 current UMN students will receive a Retro Gold "Shirsey". Must show a valid U-Card!
TICKET + BEVERAGE PACKAGE
This package includes one game ticket, one free beverage from the concessions (excluding cocktails), and a retro jersey can koozie.
Ticket and Beverage Package
feb. 21 | northwestern
SKI-U-MAH STRONG
Gopher Men’s Basketball hosts its annual Ski-U-Mah Strong game, honoring warriors from Masonic Children’s Hospital. Each player is paired with a warrior, celebrating their courage and strength throughout a special game day experience.
EDUCATOR APPRECIATION
Educators can receive discounted admission to the game by emailing GopherSports@umn.edu.
mar. 4 | ohio state
BUY TICKETS
SENIOR NIGHT
The Gophers close out the regular season against the Ohio State Buckeyes! Arrive early and help us celebrate our Senior Class pregame!
season tickets
Season tickets for 2026-27 are on sale now starting at $381 (includes fees). Fans interested in becoming a Gopher Men's Basketball season ticket holder may speak to a season ticket expert by calling 1-800-U-GOPHER or email GopherSports@umn.edu
SEASON TICKET BENEFITS & PRICING
▸ Gopher Score pre-sale access for ticket on-sales, postseason tickets, and more!
▸ Access to Gopher Loyalty Program 
events & other exclusive benefits!
MORE INFORMATION
Call 1-800-U-GOPHER Email GopherSports@umn.edu Request Ticket Information Tickets Help & FAQ
In-Person Help: 3M Arena at Mariucci Ticket Office (M-F 9-4)
Follow Gopher Athletics
Latest News View Schedule Buy Tickets Gopher Sports App Email Updates Subscribe to Podcast Facebook @GopherSports Instagram YouTube
Support Gopher Athletics
