Kentucky announces Big Blue Madness 2026 date and exhibition plans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 6:44 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Kentucky Wildcats will hold Big Blue Madness 2026 on October 2 at Rupp Arena in Lexington. This date marks a departure from the traditional second weekend of October, allowing the team to prepare for three exhibition games against other schools. So far, the Wildcats have confirmed an exhibition match against Little Rock, while two additional opponents are expected to be announced soon as part of their preseason schedule.
- •Big Blue Madness 2026 is scheduled for October 2.
- •Kentucky can now play three preseason exhibition games.
- •Little Rock will face Kentucky in one confirmed exhibition match.
- •Two additional preseason opponents will be announced soon.
- 6:44 PMYahoo Sports — Big Blue Madness 2026 date announced, and it has a fun twist
"Kentucky is set to have a busier preseason than usual.
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