By Matt Dangelantonio for LAist
Originally published on April 8, 2026
Topline:
The UCLA Bruins women’s basketball team will celebrate its 2026 national championship victory at a free event on Wednesday night at Pauley Pavilion.
Why now: The Bruins toppled the University of South Carolina Gamecocks 79-51 on Sunday, capturing the program’s first national championship in the NCAA era.
The details: Doors at Pauley will open at 5 p.m. and the celebration will start at 6 p.m. UCLA says fans will need to enter through the north side of Pauley. Fans who arrive early enough will get a special championship poster. Attendees will also be able to take pictures with the championship trophy.
How to RSVP: Click here for more information and for a link to RSVP for free tickets.
