2024 NCAA Women’s Final Four Bounce

ABOUT THIS EVENT

Hop, skip and jump into Women’s Final Four action with the NCAA Women’s Final Four Bounce presented by Buick. Youth ages 18 and under are invited to participate in this unique parade and FREE Women’s Final Four event, joining thousands of fans dribbling their way along the streets of Cleveland and into Tourney Town presented by Capital One – the official fan festival of the 2024 Women’s Final Four.

EVENT DATE: Sunday, April 7, 2024

EVENT TIME: Bounce begins at 11:00 a.m.; Required check-in 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

LOCATION: Downtown Cleveland – Cleveland Public Square (50 Public Square, Cleveland, Ohio 44113)

COST: NCAA Women’s Final Four Bounce is FREE!

CHECK-IN

Check-in is between 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on April 7 at Public Square, just outside of Terminal Tower. Each participant will receive their free t-shirt at check-in and their free basketball as they enter the Bounce route.

BOUNCE ROUTE:

Start Line: Public Square, 50 Public Square, Cleveland, OH

Finish Line: Tourney Town at the Cleveland Convention Center’s Lakeside Ave Entrance

REGISTRATION

Online pre-registration is recommended as space is limited. Participants must be 18-years and younger as of April 7, 2024. Only the first 2,500 registered participants will receive a t-shirt and basketball.

SPECTATORS

Parents/Chaperones are encouraged to walk the route with their Bouncer(s). All Bouncers younger than 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. If you do not accompany your Bouncer(s) on the route, you can meet your Bouncer once they have finished inside of the Parent Pick-Up area located at the finish line at the Cleveland Convention Center’s Lakeside Avenue.

WAIVERS

Waivers must be completed by all participants as well as all chaperones. If you did not complete a waiver during online registration, you must do so onsite at check-in. Once waivers are completed, you will receive a wristband that will allow entry into Tourney Town presented by Capital One.

PARKING

Paid parking is available near the start of the Bounce at Tower City Center (1527 W 6th Street, and 801 Canal Road) and near the finish line at Cleveland Convention Center (1141 W 3rd St and 601 Lakeside Ave.). Additionally, street parking and additional surface lots are available around the Bounce start, route and finish areas.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What time should I arrive at Public Square? Do I need to bring my own basketball?

Check-in will take place from 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. within Cleveland Public Square. Registered participants do not need to bring a personal basketball, as each registered Bounce participant will receive a FREE basketball, courtesy of the NCAA and Wilson.

Can a Bounce participant (“Bouncer”) register and attend the NCAA without a parent/guardian?

We ask that all Bouncers aged 12 and under be accompanied by a parent/guardian on the route. If participating in a group, one representative of a parent/guardian will suffice for a group of children. Waivers for EACH PARTICIPANT, (including chaperones, accompanying adult, patrons, etc.) should be completed during registration. If you did not complete a waiver during online registration, you must do so on-site.

How do I register a group of Bounce participants?

If you want to register more than one child in the Bounce (i.e. siblings), the online registration page gives you the option to add participants. Choose “participate as an individual” and choose the number of children you would like to register. You are able to register up to 10 participants at one time. During the registration process, a parent or legal guardian must provide required information for ALL participants. Additionally, legal guardians must approve a waiver form for each participant.

Is a parent/guardian allowed to register their child if the child is not present during on-site registration?

Yes. All event day registration protocol must be fulfilled, but the participant does not need to be present.

Do I need to register other adults attending with my child?

Only children 18 and under need to be pre-registered online. Young children and other friends/family who are not registered are welcome to attend and support the registered participants by lining the route to cheer on those in the Bounce.

Please note: Free basketballs and t-shirts will only be provided to the first 2,500 youth participants.

When is a Bounce participant’s age determined?

All ages are determined as of event day. Therefore, all children ages 18 years and younger as of April 7, 2024 are eligible to participate in the NCAA Bounce.

If more than 2,500 participants are registered, can I still participate in the NCAA Bounce?

If the maximum number of 2,500 participants is exceeded, you are more than welcome to bring your own basketball and walk the NCAA Bounce route. A waiver will still need to be completed on-site by all participants.

Where are the start and finish lines located?

The start line is on 50 Public Square in front of Tower City Center. The finish line is at Tourney Town, located at the Cleveland Convention Center’s Lakeside entrance.

Where will I meet my Bounce participant at the end of the route?

Parents/guardians are encouraged to walk the route with their Bouncer(s). All Bouncers younger than 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. If you get separated or do not walk with your Bouncer, you can meet them in the Parent Pick-Up area near the finish line located inside the Lakeside Ave. entrance of the Cleveland Convention Center (300 Lakeside Ave).

Are pets and/or strollers allowed during the NCAA Bounce?

Yes. Service animals and strollers are allowed in the NCAA Bounce.

What is Tourney Town presented by Capital One and how much does it cost?

Tourney Town presented by Capital One is the epicenter for all NCAA Women’s Final Four fan and community activities, anchored by the Center Court performances. Visitors will enjoy entertainment, celebrity appearances, concerts, food, licensed merchandise, exhibits, games, and interactive displays FREE of charge. For more information on Tourney Town, visit: https://www.ncaa.com/womens-final-four/tourney-town#overview.

Will the NCAA Bounce be canceled for inclement weather?

The NCAA Bounce will not be canceled for inclement weather unless the weather is such that it will threaten the safety of the participants and attendees. Should inclement weather occur, participants will be able to pick up their t-shirts and basketballs in a to-be-determined location on Sunday, April 7th.

What is the bag policy and what items are prohibited from the event?

Guests entering the Cleveland Convention Center should be aware that large bags will not be permitted. Guests with a small clutch not larger than 6.5” w x 4.5” h will be permitted through all entry doors. Bags larger than 6.5” w x 4.5” h, including clear bags, will not be permitted unless identified as medical or parenting bags. All bags are subject to search and/or x-ray.

Bag Searches

All permissible bags will be subject to a search. Guests with prohibited items will be asked to return them to their vehicle prior to entering the venue.

Prohibited Items

To help ensure your safety, the Cleveland Convention Center is preserving all current security measures. These procedures are designed to help our fans have a safe and enjoyable visit to our venue. We apologize for any inconvenience you may experience. Your safety is always our first concern.

The following items will not be allowed at the Bounce or within Tourney Town:

• Backpacks, wrapped packages and bags larger than 6.5”wide x 4.5” high, including clear bags.
• Cameras with lenses smaller than 4” will be permitted, but camera bags will not be permitted.
• Selfie Sticks
• iPads, tablets and GoPros
• Binoculars are permitted, but binocular bags are not permitted.
• Video or audio recording devices
• Laser pointers
• Weapons of any kind
• Bottles, cans, or containers of any kind
• Sharp objects, projectiles, sticks or poles of any kind
• Fireworks
• Pepper spray or mace
• Outside food or beverage items
• Drugs or controlled substances
• Chairs, folding chairs or any other type of individual chair for use
• Helium balloons
• Wrapped gifts
• Large banners or signs, banners or signs with objectionable language, banners or signs on a pole of any kind
• Clothing with offensive language

Keep in mind, when entering Tourney Town, the Cleveland Convention Center will utilize a variety of search techniques at all entry points. Thank you for your cooperation.

Where can I obtain more information about the events surrounding the NCAA Women’s Final Four?

Information regarding all NCAA Women’s Final Four events can be found by visiting NCAA.com/WomensFinalFour.