SAN ANTONIO – UPDATE AT 7:45 p.m.: The 2025 March Madness Music Festival and the Men’s Final Four Tip-Off Tailgate have resumed, according to NCAA officials.
According to an X update, officials said they have reopened gates at both events.
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March Madness Music Festival & Tip-Off Tailgate presented by Nissan have resumed. Gates are reopen at both events.#MFinalFour pic.twitter.com/zWXAXFnrqW
— NCAA Men's Final Four (@MFinalFour) April 5, 2025
NCAA officials are currently setting up the stage for Doechii to perform.
Stay tuned for further updates. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
ORIGINAL STORY: The 2025 March Madness Music Festival has been delayed due to lightning and storms in the area.
The festival has been delayed as Doechii, scheduled to perform at 7 p.m., was ready to take the stage but was pulled aside by NCAA officials.
Officials are recommending to take shelter at this time. However, they said they are not forcing anyone to leave the event.
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A KSAT crew on scene said several concert-goers are beginning to leave the event.
At this time, it’s unclear what time Doechii and Pitbull will perform.
NCAA officials said they will be releasing updates on the Men’s Final Four app for any additional information.
Attendees can also get updates through the Men’s Final Four social media accounts, including Instagram and Twitter.
An NCAA spokesperson told KSAT that they are monitoring the weather with the National Weather Service.
As a reminder, umbrellas are NOT permitted inside the festival.
Stay tuned for further updates. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
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