India's BCCI announces IPL fan parks across 15 cities in the first phase

India is all set to kick off the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the schedule for the IPL Fan Parks for the first three weekends, aligned with the League's opening phase.

Not confined to stadiums alone, the Fan Parks will be hosted across 15 cities in 11 states during the first three weeks, offering fans an opportunity to experience the excitement of live IPL matches in a vibrant, community-driven environment.

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The Fan Parks will be held over three weekends:

• Week 1: March 28 & 29, 2026

• Week 2: April 4 & 5, 2026

• Week 3: April 11 & 12, 2026

Each weekend will feature five Fan Parks across different zones — North, South, East and West — ensuring wide regional representation and maximum fan engagement.

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Week 1: March 28 & 29, 2026

• Rohtak, Haryana – Chhotu Ram Polytechnic Ground

• Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh – Govt. MVM College Ground

• Nagpur, Maharashtra – Mecosabagh Methodist High School Playground

• Tumakuru, Karnataka – Government Junior College Field

• Krishnanagar, West Bengal – DL Roy Stadium

Week 2: April 4 & 5, 2026

• Mathura, Uttar Pradesh – Amarnath Vidya Ashram

• Jodhpur, Rajasthan – Barkatullah Khan Stadium

• Nizamabad, Telangana – Women’s Educational Society Grounds

• Mysuru, Karnataka – SBRR Mahajana First Grade College

• Bhubaneswar, Odisha – KITS University Stadium

Week 3: April 11 & 12, 2026

• Meerut, Uttar Pradesh – Bhainsali Ground

• Nadiad, Gujarat – Radhe Farm

• Ratnagiri, Maharashtra – Swargiya Pramod Mahajan Krida Sankul

• Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu – Hindustan College of Arts & Science

• Rourkela, Odisha – Sector 17 Ground

Each Fan Park will offer live match screenings and fun activities like music, entertainment, food courts, kids’ play areas, and interactive experiences such as virtual batting, bowling nets, face painting, cheer-o-meters, and 360-degree photo booths.

Since its inception in 2015, the IPL Fan Park initiative has played a key role in expanding the league’s footprint by bringing the thrill and energy of the IPL to fans across India. The 2026 season continues this tradition, ensuring fans in multiple cities can be part of the IPL celebration.

Written by

Ajanta Paul Senior Editor

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Ajanta Paul is a Senior Editor on the Digital team. A natural leader and newshound, she thrives in breaking news and high-pressure situations — and enjoys reporting on community issues that matter to UAE residents.