
ippf finals weekend schedule



Every year, the "Elite 8" teams earn an all-expenses-paid trip to the IPPF Finals in New York City. The following is an overview of the schedule of events during IPPF Finals Weekend.
Friday, April 17, 2026
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5-7 p.m. ET
"Elite 8" teams are invited to a Welcome Reception. Teams will have an opportunity to meet many of the NYU Ambassadors, IPPF Advisory Board members, and prior IPPF champions.
Saturday, April 18, 2026
7:45 a.m. ET
Teams flip for Aff/Neg positions in individual rooms at NYU School of Law.
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8:15-9:30 a.m.
Quarterfinal debates will take place in individual rooms.
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9:40 a.m.
Announcement of semifinalists. Sides to be chosen for advancing teams.
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10:10 a.m.
The first semifinal debate will be held.
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11:40 a.m.
The second semifinal debate will be held.
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1:15 p.m.
The final two IPPF teams will be announced.
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​3:30-5 p.m.
The final debate will be held at NYU School of Law.
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5 p.m.
After the final debates, a reception and awards ceremony will be held. Each of the "Elite 8" teams will be honored, and the 2025-26 IPPF World Champion will be named.
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