China Open 2026 Countdown Begins as Beijing Sports Lottery Unveils Carnival Activations
The 2026 China Open has officially entered its countdown phase, bringing Asia’s highest-level and largest comprehensive tennis tournament back to the National Tennis Center. As the premier sporting spectacle of the Golden Week holiday since its establishment in 2003, the tournament continues to expand its footprint. Alongside the main draw action, the Beijing Sports Lottery has announced its return to the China Open Carnival from September 28 to October 11, presenting a series of interactive public engagement initiatives under the theme “Youth Swinging Rackets, Beijing Colors Blooming.”
Carnival Activations at the National Tennis Center
Operating out of a newly constructed exhibition space located on the outer side of the Yingyue Court, the Beijing Sports Lottery booth is designed to blend modern aesthetics with hands-on sports experiences. Visitors attending the carnival can participate in multiple interactive games and explore a specialized exhibition detailing the public welfare and public credibility responsibilities of the sports lottery, which highlights developmental milestones and anti-fraud educational resources.
Organizers have structured several on-site activities for ticket holders and casual attendees. Patrons presenting face-value tickets for the Diamond Court or Lotus Court can exchange them for a 4-yuan Super Lotto ticket. Participants engaging in online lottery knowledge quizzes stand a chance to win customized peripheral merchandise, while instant-win "Top Grab" (Ding Gua Gua) tickets will be available for purchase and immediate redemption at the venue.
Ticket Upgrade Program and Exclusive Benefits
To further incentivize attendance during the tournament window, the Beijing Sports Lottery has partnered with the China Open organizing committee to launch an exclusive ticket upgrade promotion. Spectators who visit the venue’s ticketing center to upgrade their passes by 100 RMB or more will receive an electronic redemption voucher for an 18-yuan Super Lotto package ticket.
According to event logistics, these electronic vouchers remain valid for redemption through October 30 at any authorized sports lottery agency store across the city, though availability remains subject to a first-come, first-served allocation while supplies last.
Highlighting Public Welfare and Upcoming Global Events
Beyond fan engagement, the sports lottery’s presence underscores broader community initiatives, illustrating how lottery public welfare funds contribute to grassroots fitness facility construction, youth sports talent development, and competitive athletics in the capital region.
A notable feature of this year’s exhibition space is a dedicated 2027 World Athletics Championships theme zone. Utilizing visual data displays and informational display boards, the zone outlines the developmental progress and key highlights of the upcoming global track and field event, linking current tennis celebrations with Beijing’s continuing identity as a dual-Olympic city.
Event Schedule and Next Steps
The 2026 China Open runs concurrently with the national holiday period from September 28 through October 11 at the National Tennis Center. Spectators and participants planning to visit the carnival exhibitions can access further updates through official tournament channels and local municipal reporting platforms as the opening matches draw closer.
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