SoCon in Asheville
March 5-9, 2026
Welcome to SoCon in Asheville
Get ready for an exciting atmosphere as Asheville rolls out the red carpet for SoCon student-athletes, staff, families, and fans. Cheer on your favorite teams in the Southern Conference Basketball, Wrestling and Volleyball Championships and turn the excitement into a getaway in the Blue Ridge Mountains. With championship games, a vibrant arts scene, award-winning restaurants, local breweries, and breathtaking mountain adventures, Asheville offers endless ways to enjoy your stay. Embrace Southern hospitality, thrilling competition, and unforgettable attractions!
Ingles SoCon Basketball Championships
Don’t miss this opportunity to see some of the nation’s best conference tournament action as the Ingles Southern Conference Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships will take place in March 2026.
Explore Asheville SoCon Wrestling Championships
Get ready for an exciting weekend of college wrestling as the Explore Asheville SoCon Wrestling Championships comes to Kimmel Arena at UNC Asheville in March 2026.
SoCon Week Event Lineup
2026 Business Leader Forum featuring former UNC Head Coach Roy Williams
3pm | Battery Park Hall
In this exclusive forum designed for regional business leaders, Coach Williams will share candid insights from his Hall of Fame career on how to build high-performing, resilient teams, lead with empathy and integrity and drive sustained success through change and adversity.
2026 Hall of Fame at the SoCon Soiree
7pm | Battery Park Hall
The evening brings together alumni, fans, and community leaders for Hall of Fame inductions and Community Champion accolades, spotlighting service, impact, and the shared spirit of the Southern Conference.
Plan Your Stay in Asheville
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SoCon in Asheville
Get ready for an exciting atmosphere as Asheville rolls out the red carpet for SoCon student-athletes, staff, families, and fans.
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