TECO Line Streetcar Extends Service for 2026 NCAA Men's March Madness in Tampa

As excitement builds for the 2026 NCAA Men's March Madness in Tampa, HART is offering easy, stress-free ways to navigate downtown during the weekend’s events. With thousands of fans expected, local officials encourage attendees to take advantage of alternative transportation options to avoid traffic and parking challenges. This weekend, the TECO Line Streetcar will extend service hours on Sunday until midnight. Ride the Fare-Free TECO Line Streetcar The TECO Line Streetcar provides a fare-free, 2.7-mile route connecting downtown Tampa, the Channel District, and historic Ybor City. Streetcars will operate every 15 minutes throughout the weekend, with service near Benchmark International Arena, the site of the First and Second Rounds of the 2026 NCAA Men's March Madness Tournament. Streetcar Hours During Men's March Madness First & Second Rounds: Thursday, March 19: 7:00 A.M. - 11 P.M. Friday, March 20: 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM Saturday, March 21: 8:30 AM – 2:00 AM Sunday, March 22: 8:30 AM – MIDNIGHT* Extended service Riders can track the streetcar in real-time at www.TECOLineStreetcar.org.  HART Services Airport Service: Visitors traveling between Tampa International Airport and downtown Tampa can take advantage of HART routes 10, 30, and 32. Additionally, the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA)’s 300X connects downtown Tampa and the airport to Pinellas County. Fare: Visitors can pay their HART fare ($4 daily max rate) with the Flamingo Fares app, or via e-wallet (Apple Wallet, Google Wallet, etc.) One-Day Family Pass: Traveling with the family? HART offers a Family Pass on Flamingo Fares for $12.50, which includes unlimited 1-day rides for a Group of 5. Real-Time Trip Planning: Transit app provides real-time bus and streetcar arrival information, ensuring a seamless travel experience. Plan your HART trip For more information on HART service, visit www.goHART.org, follow HART on Facebook and Twitter, or call (813) 254-4278.