The US Open Fan Week to Queens, offering tennis fans free access to the grounds, open practices featuring top players, and exhibition matches ahead of the final Grand Slam tournament of the season. According to tournament organizers, the week-long event runs from August 23 through August 29 at the USTA Billie Jean King in Queens, New York.
Grounds Access and Open Practice Sessions
Visitors can enter the tournament grounds without a ticket during Fan Week, catching early-round qualifying matches as players battle for main-draw spots. The event gives spectators a rare, close-up look at elite athletes during their practice sessions on the tournament’s main showcourts. Schedules posted by the United States Tennis Association outline daily practice times, allowing fans to track when top-seeded players hit the courts to fine-tune their strokes before the tournament kicks off.
Special Exhibitions and Fan Events
Beyond standard training sessions, the schedule includes marquee exhibition events that draw large crowds to the Queens venue. Organizers feature high-profile matches, and interactive tennis clinics designed for families and junior players. These activations aim to make professional tennis more accessible while driving local engagement ahead of the two-week championship fortnight.
Ticketing and Attendance Guidelines
While general admission to the grounds and most practice courts remains free, certain specialty events and signature evening exhibitions require paid tickets. Security protocols at the USTA Billie Jean King in Queens, New York match those enforced during the main tournament, including bag checks and cashless transaction policies across all food and merchandise stands.
Looking Ahead to the Main Draw
Qualifying matches conclude at the end of the week, immediately preceding the official tournament draw and the start of first-round singles matches on Monday. Fans looking for daily updates can check the official US Open website for real-time practice court changes and weather-related schedule adjustments. Share your thoughts on this year’s Fan Week lineup in the comments below.
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