Feel the energy of HBCU basketball as the CIAA Basketball Tournament returns to Baltimore. Witness top-tier men’s and women’s teams compete for the championship, surrounded by school pride, culture, and nonstop excitement. From tip-off to the final buzzer, this is more than a tournament—it’s an unforgettable weekend. 


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The CIAA Ultimate Raffle

Don’t miss your chance to win big at the CIAA Raffle.

Secure your raffle entry and get your tickets now before January 30th! The excitement is building, the prizes are waiting, and CIAA season is right around the corner. Join the fun, support the culture, and be part of one of the most anticipated basketball events of the year.

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Featured Events 


Advancing the Legacy

February 26-27, 2026

9:00AM - 11:00 AM


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Start of the East Society Day Party

February 28, 2026

2:00PM - 6:00PM


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CIAA Event Schedules

Visit our partner BMC Metro and DC AALU Chapter 

https://aalu-baltimoremetro.com/ciaa-2024 for more updated schedules and events

Explore Baltimore



Lillie Caroll Jackson Museum 

Make History Part of Your CIAA Experience

While in Baltimore for CIAA Weekend, visit the Lillie Carroll Jackson Museum—a powerful cultural landmark that features Lincoln Universityand highlights the extraordinary impact of its alumni.The museum uplifts leaders such as Thurgood Marshall and Clarence Mitchell Jr., whose courage, strategy, and leadership helped shapecivil rights in Maryland and across the nation.

As we celebrate CIAA, this is an opportunity to see how Lincoln men and women transformed education into action and legacy into law. Plan your visit and honor the history that continues to define who we are and where we are going.


BoP Pass

“Bop” is Baltimore slang for a long walk. The free BoP Pass invites you to journey through the same streets as Frederick Douglass, Billie Holiday, Thurgood Marshall and other changemakers whose contributions to history paved the way for the thriving Black businesses and cultural institutions that define the city today. Every new experience earns you points that can be redeemed for exclusive prizes, so start your BoP around Baltimore today!


Black Owned Restaurant Tour


Discover the flavors everyone’s talking about. From mouthwatering dishes crafted with fresh ingredients to a warm, 

welcoming atmosphere, this restaurant offers more than just a meal—it’s an experience. 

Whether you’re planning a casual bite or a special night out, explore the menu, ambiance, and specials waiting for you. 


Visit the website to see what’s cooking and start planning your next delicious stop.


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