The CIAA hosts approximately 20 ancillary events in Charlotte during the week of the basketball tournament. Some events are invite only or ticketed, but there are several that are free and open to the public.  The programming focuses on the three pllars of the CIAA which are Tradition, Leadership and Community. Please check back frequently as information is updated periodically.

Monday, February 24,  2020
CIAA Tip-Off Banquet (Closed to the public)

Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Middle School STEM Day, Ovens Auditorium/Bojangles Coliseum (registration closed)

Wednesday, February 26, 2020
High School Education Day, Charlotte Convention Center (registration closed)

Thursday, February 27, 2020
CIAA Women's Empowerment Brunch Presented by Nationwide (invite only)
CIAA Minority Business & Leadership Symposium, 8:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. , Charlotte Convention Center 
CIAA Career Expo, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. , Charlotte Convention Center
Diversity & Inclusion Townhall Forum & VIP Reception, (invite only)
CIAA Old School Skate Party, Kate's Skate, 9:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m.

Friday, February 28, 2020
6th Annual CIAA Shoes of Hope Presented by Coke Zero, (invite only)
CIAA Hall of Fame Breakfast, Charlotte Convention Center (PURCHASE TICKETS)
Toyota Fan Fest, Charlotte Convention Center, 12 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Greek Step Show, Charlotte Convention Center, Doors open at 6:00 p.m. 

Saturday, February 29, 2020
Lowe's Super Saturday, Charlotte Convention Center, 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Toyota Fan Fest, Charlotte Convention Center, 12:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
High School Step Show "Step-Off", Charlotte Convention Center, Doors open at 5:00 p.m. 

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Things to Do In Charlotte
The CIAA Tournament has called the city of Charlotte home for the past 14 years. For more information on things to do in and around the city go to Charlotte Regional Visitor's Authority