CIAA Tournament

2026 CIAA Basketball Tournament

February 24-28, 2026 | Baltimore, MD

#FebruaryIsCIAA

Every year, we come together to create memories and build the legacy of the nation's oldest historically Black athletic conference, the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA). February — recognized nationally as Black History Month — is our time to celebrate and showcase our rich history, culture and HBCU championship basketball.

Bowie State was once again proud to serve as the host institution for this highly anticipated week of men and women’s basketball, a career expo, step show and more.

CIAA Photos

The Bulldogs brought the energy all week long. From the court to the celebrations, CIAA Week delivered unforgettable moments. Relive the week with photos of the games and other activities.

View CIAA Photos

 

Bowie State University mascotsBulldogs on the Loose

There are Bulldogs on the loose in Baltimore, and we need your help spotting them!

During the CIAA Tournament, Bowie State’s mascots Butch and Goldie will be at several locations in downtown Baltimore through an interactive web-based augmented reality (WebAR) experience. Participants can unlock the Bulldogs by scanning a QR code on digital signs featuring Bowie State.

Have someone take a photo of you with Butch and Goldie or capture a photo of them on your phone. Then tag @BowieStateUniversity on Facebook and Instagram and follow us for a chance to win a BSU prize.

You can participate in the Bulldogs on the Loose WebAR experience through any iOS or Android smartphone camera. No app downloads are required.

Locations

  • Market Place & East Pratt St.
  • East Pratt St. & Commerce St.
  • East Pratt St. & Light Plaza
  • West Camden St. & Eislen St. (by Camden Yards)
  • Southeast corner of West Pratt St. & South Sharp St.
  • Northeast corner of East Cross St. & Light St.
  • Hidden QR codes will also be placed throughout the Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor and Baltimore Convention Center

Visit Bowie State University Way, at the corner of Calvert and Saratoga streets, to unlock the Bulldogs where the university was founded in 1865. You’ll receive two contest entries from this location!