Close up of a beach volleyball net at NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship

NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship

In Gulf Shores & Orange Beach

As the weather heats up, so does the competition on Alabama’s Beaches.

May on the Alabama Gulf Coast brings warm weather, sunny skies and high-stake competition as the best teams from across the country battle it out for the NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship. Seventeen teams will travel to Gulf Shores to play the game of a lifetime on our white-sand beaches from May 2-4, 2025. 

View of the court and crowd at the NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship trophy in the sand at Gulf Shores

Hosted by Alabama's Beaches Sports & Events, the city of Gulf Shores and the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), this championship takes place at Gulf Place Public Beach. The first round of championship competition begins on Friday, May 2, and continues with the semifinals and quarterfinals on Saturday. 

NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship trophy in the sand at Gulf Shores

The final two teams will battle it out on the sand on Sunday for the championship. The tournament is carried out with a single-elimination format, with teams consisting of five pairs advancing throughout the weekend. Five collegiate courts and five practice courts will be set up on the beach. 

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Fans watching the NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship in Gulf Shores

NCAA Fan Experience All-Session

Experience all duals played Friday, Saturday, and Championship Sunday, May 2-4, 2025, from the comfort of a covered, elevated platform looking directly onto the three Championship courts. Enjoy complimentary snacks, water, and Coca-Cola products and access to a full-service cash bar. NCAA Fan Experience ticket holders will have access to Courtside seating on a first-come, first-served basis. A complimentary 2025 Official Program is included with your NCAA Fan Experience.  Courtside Seating on any given court is based on availability and is first come, first serve.

Crowd at the NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship in Gulf Shores

Courtside Seating All-Session

Admission to all duals played Friday, Saturday, and Championship Sunday, May 2-4. Courtside seating on any given court is based on availability and is first-come, first-served tiered seating on courts 1-3 and beach chair seating on courts 4 and 5.

Aerial view of the venue and courts at the NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship in Gulf Shores

General Admission All-Session

Admission to all duals played Friday, Saturday, and Championship Sunday, May 2-4. Bleacher seating is based on availability, or bring your own beach towel.

Close-up of a fan cheering on the players at the NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship in Gulf Shores

Fan Four Pack

General admission for four to the championship dual on Sunday, May 4. Bleacher seating seating on any given court is based on availability and is first-come, first-served tiered seating on courts 1-3 and beach chair seating on courts 4 and 5.

What Can I Bring?

Two excited LSU fans attending the NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship in Gulf Shores

Bring your sunscreen, hats, and empty reusable water bottles! It can get warm on our beaches in May, so we encourage you to wear light, comfortable clothing. Chairs are not permitted into the event, but attendees can bring towels and blankets to sit on. Outside food and beverages are not allowed; however, attendees can purchase food and drinks from The Hangout and food vendors inside the event area. Free water stations are available to fill up cups and bottles. Professional cameras and drones are not permitted. Bags will be checked upon entering the event area.

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