Full Road Schedule
Road Trip Highlights
Charlotte — Spectrum Center
Charlotte offers Southern hospitality, a growing downtown, and affordable game-day experiences. The North Carolina Tar Heels visit Spectrum Center on Fri, Nov 27 to face the West Virginia Mountaineers. Read our Spectrum Center visitor guide →
Washington — Capital One Arena
Washington offers monuments, museums, and a thriving downtown sports district. The North Carolina Tar Heels visit Capital One Arena on Sat, Dec 12 to face the Georgetown Hoyas. Read our Capital One Arena visitor guide →
New York — Madison Square Garden
New York offers iconic venues, world-class dining, and unmatched energy on game day. The North Carolina Tar Heels visit Madison Square Garden on Sat, Dec 19 to face the Kentucky Wildcats. Read our Madison Square Garden visitor guide →
Greensboro — First Horizon Coliseum
The North Carolina Tar Heels visit First Horizon Coliseum on Tue, Dec 15 to face the NC State Wolfpack.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many away games do the North Carolina Tar Heels play in 2026?
The North Carolina Tar Heels play 4 away games in the 2026 season, visiting 4 different cities.
What is the North Carolina Tar Heels's longest road trip in 2026?
The longest road trip is 3 games over 9 days, visiting Washington, Greensboro, New York.
What is the North Carolina Tar Heels's toughest road game in 2026?
The marquee road game is on Fri, Nov 27 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte against the West Virginia Mountaineers.
What is the first away game of the 2026 season for the North Carolina Tar Heels?
The first away game is on Fri, Nov 27 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte against the West Virginia Mountaineers.
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