CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — The complete North Carolina Basketball Schedule for the 2026-27 season is now available. The Tar Heels open with preseason games before a full non-conference slate and the entire ACC Men’s Basketball schedule. Most home games will be played at the Smith Center.
This North Carolina Men’s Basketball Schedule gives fans a clear view of the year, from the first tip through the final regular-season games and the ACC Tournament. The North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball slate mixes home dates, neutral-site contests, and tough ACC road games.
Preseason Games and Early Start
The North Carolina Basketball Schedule begins with three preseason contests against Southern California, Indiana, and Charlotte. These games give the North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball program an early look before the regular season.
Non-Conference Home Games and Neutral Events
The non-conference portion of the North Carolina Men’s Basketball Schedule includes home games against Western Carolina, Wofford, Wyoming, Georgia, Marshall, Monmouth, Butler, The Citadel, and Cal. Neutral-site games feature the Dick Vitale Invitational against West Virginia, the Tobacco Road Classic against NC State, the CBS Sports Classic against Kentucky, and the Nashville Hoops Showdown against Illinois.
Arkansas and the ACC/SEC Challenge
On December 1, the North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball team hosts Arkansas in the ACC/SEC Challenge.
Boston College and the Start of ACC Play
Conference play on the North Carolina Basketball Schedule begins on January 2 at Boston College. The North Carolina Men’s Basketball Schedule includes home games against NC State, Stanford, Virginia, SMU, Georgia Tech, Louisville, Miami, and Duke.
Duke, Louisville and Key Matchups
Major games on the North Carolina Basketball Schedule include home and road matchups against Duke, a home game against Louisville on ESPN, and road tests at Syracuse, Notre Dame, Wake Forest, Virginia Tech, and Pittsburgh. These contests will be important measuring sticks for the North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball team.
Key Games to Watch
- Duke (Feb 13) at Cameron Indoor Stadium
- Duke (Mar 6) at Smith Center
- Louisville (Feb 8) at home on ESPN
- Kentucky (Dec 19) at Madison Square Garden
- West Virginia (Nov 27) in the Dick Vitale Invitational
Greensboro and the ACC Tournament
After the regular season ends, the North Carolina Men’s Basketball Schedule will continue with the 2027 T. Rowe Price ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament at First Horizon Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina.
How to Stay Updated
Tip-off times and television networks for the North Carolina Basketball Schedule will be added as they are officially announced. Fans following North Carolina Basketball can check back for updates throughout the season.
For the latest information on the North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball program, visit the North Carolina Athletics website or follow live coverage on ESPN.
More ACC Schedules
- Full ACC Basketball Schedule 2026-27
- Duke Basketball Schedule 2026-27
- Wake Forest Basketball Schedule 2026-27
- Boston College Basketball Schedule 2026-27
- Virginia Tech Basketball Schedule 2026-27
FAQ
When does the North Carolina Basketball Schedule start?
The Tar Heels open the 2026-27 season with a preseason game against Southern California on October 9 in Greensboro.
Where do the North Carolina Tar Heels play home games?
Most home games on the North Carolina Men’s Basketball Schedule are played at the Smith Center in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
When does ACC play begin for North Carolina?
The ACC portion of the North Carolina Basketball Schedule starts on January 2, 2027, at Boston College.
Is this the complete North Carolina Basketball Schedule?
Yes. This page includes all currently announced preseason, non-conference, and ACC Men’s Basketball games for the North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball team.
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