Thursday's practice times and things to do in Greenville

GREENVILLE, S.C. - While the first round of the NCAA Tournament tips off Thursday in Buffalo, Orlando, Salt Lake City and, of course, at the BMO Harris Bradley Center in Milwaukee, the eight teams gathered in Greenville, S.C. will take turns practicing on the court at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.

Those practices, which are free and open to the public, begin at noon when Seton Hall takes the court. The last time slot of the day belongs to Marquette, which will practice from 6:40 p.m. to 7:20 p.m. local time.

Below is a list of the day's practice sessions. All times are Eastern.

Noon - 12:40 p.m. — No. 9 Seton Hall (Game 1)

12:45 - 1:25 p.m. — No. 16 Texas Southern (Game 2)

1:30 - 2:10 p.m. — No. 8 Arkansas (Game 1)

2:15 - 2:55 p.m. — No.1 North Carolina (Game 2)

4:25 - 5:05 p.m. — No. 2 Duke (Game 3)

5:10 - 5:50 p.m. — No. 7 South Carolina (Game 4)

5:55 - 6:35 p.m. — No. 15 Troy (Game 3)

6:40 - 7:20 p.m. — No. 10 Marquette (Game 4)

For those traveling to Greenville, there are plenty of things to do this weekend outside of Thursday's practices and the games on Friday and Sunday. Bon Secours Wellness Arena — affectionately called "The Well" by locals — is about a 10-minute walk from Greenville's Main Street, which offers an eclectic mix of places to eat, drink and shop.

This weekend, there are also multiple special events going on.

Friday — Main Street Fridays: While many Marquette fans in the area will likely be at or on the way to "The Well," a free weekly music series kicks off the season on Main Street at NOMA Square from 5:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. with bands playing two sets at 5:50 p.m and 7:40 p.m. Beer trucks, dancing and a kids area featuring a variety of inflatables will be available.

Saturday — Fan Fest: From 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Main Street there will be full court basketball, games and contests, Bud bar, food trucks, and tournament games on live TV.

Saturday — St. Paddy's Day Dash & Bash: There will be a St. Paddy’s Day Dash & Bash, benefiting Camp Spearhead. Not only featuring a certified 5K run/walk, but the Dash & Bash also offers a family friendly post-race celebration including a Kids Fun Run, costume contest, bounce houses, face painting, musical entertainment, food, and green adult beverages in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. It's $25 to race but otherwise is free to the public.

For more information, including things to do as well as a comprehensive list of places to eat, drink and shop, check out visitgreenvillesc.com. For information about Marquette-specific events, click here.