US Open 2026 Tickets Guide: How to Buy, Ticket Types, Prices, and Sessions

Update (July 10): This article has been updated with the latest 2026 US Open information.

Choosing the Right US Open Ticket

It’s time to rally, because the 2026 US Open is here and serving up world-class tennis. This year, the US Open will take place from Sunday, August 23 to Sunday, September 13 at its home at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, New York. With a variety of session passes and events like US Open Fan Week, get ready to serve up the perfect US Open experience with tickets from Ticketmaster, the Official Fan Ticket Marketplace of the US Open.

Find everything you need to know about US Open ticket options, from Grounds Passes to premium courtside seating.

How Do I Buy US Open 2026 Tickets?

US Open tickets are available for purchase via Ticketmaster, the Official Fan Ticket Marketplace of the US Open. Fans can browse between Grounds Passes, which offer first-come, first-served access to most courts, or reserved seats in Arthur Ashe Stadium, Louis Armstrong Stadium or the Grandstand. Most sessions are sold as Day Sessions or Evening Sessions, with Day Sessions covering more matches and Evening Sessions featuring marquee matchups. Once the tournament begins, last-minute tickets typically remain available via Ticketmaster up to one hour after the first day match begins, subject to availability.

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US Open Ticket Types Compared

Session passes to the US Open are offered in a variety of ticket types that allow fans to purchase based on date, timing, onsite access, section, additional perks and more. Before purchasing tickets, you’ll need to decide when you plan to attend, where you’d like to go and how long you’d like to stay. Following US Open Fan Week and the Qualifying Tournament during Week 1, tennis fans can take their pick between Week 2 and Week 3 ticket types below.

Grounds Pass

Dates: Sunday, August 30 – Tuesday, September 8 (Day Sessions and Evening Sessions)

What’s included:

• General Admission to USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center Grounds
• First-come, first-served access to the General Admission areas of Louis Armstrong Stadium, Grandstand, Field Courts and Grounds*
• Gate entry from opening (times vary by day) to closing for Day Sessions
• Gate entry from 6:00 p.m. ET to closing for Evening Sessions

* Grounds Passes do not have access to Arthur Ashe Stadium

Best for:

• Flexible scheduling with General Admission access to most US Open venues
• Catching multiple players and matchups
• High value with lowest average ticket price

Ticket Price: Starting at $65

Arthur Ashe Stadium

Dates:

• Day Session: Sunday, August 30 – Sunday, September 13
• Evening Session: Sunday, August 30 – Friday, September 11

What’s included:

• Reserved seat in Arthur Ashe Stadium
• First-come, first-served access to the General Admission areas of Louis Armstrong Stadium, Grandstand, Field Courts and Grounds

Best for:

• Reserved seating with the largest seating capacity and variety of ticket tiers
• Biggest matchups, including US Open championship matches
• Access to all venues in USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center

Ticket Price: Starting at $43

Louis Armstrong Stadium

Dates:

• Day Session: Sunday, August 30 – Monday, September 7
• Evening Session: Sunday, August 30 – Saturday, September 5

What’s included:

• Reserved seat in Louis Armstrong Stadium
• First-come, first-served access to the General Admission areas of Grandstand and Field Courts

Best for:

• Reserved seating
• High-level matchups as the No. 2 stadium at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center
• Intimate views due to smaller capacity

Ticket Price: Starting at $139

Grandstand

Dates: Sunday, August 30 – Saturday, September 5

What’s included:

• Reserved seat in Grandstand Stadium
• First-come, first-served access to the General Admission areas of Louis Armstrong Stadium and Field Courts

Best for:

• Reserved seating
• Daytime scheduling exclusively with no evening sessions held
• Early tournament rounds
• Intimate match setting with the site’s smallest stadium capacity

Ticket Price: Starting at $180

US Open Ticket Prices (What to Expect)

Prices for US Open tickets vary based on a number of factors. Primarily, tennis fans can expect price differences between venues, seat locations, day sessions versus evening sessions and the tournament round.

As the tournament progresses, price fluctuations will typically occur based on the sessions’ matchups. Therefore, the best time to buy tickets to the US Open is typically when they first go on sale via Ticketmaster, the Official Fan Ticket Marketplace of the US Open.

• On average, the most expensive tickets are located closest to the court at Arthur Ashe Stadium, followed by reserved seating at Louis Armstrong Stadium.
• Guests at the US Open can also find high value seats in Arthur Ashe Stadium and Louis Armstrong Stadium at lower cost during select matches, particularly earlier in the tournament and within higher sections for reserved seating.
• Grandstand tickets and Grounds Passes offer the best deals with wide-ranging access to USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

You can find US Open tickets in Arthur Ashe Stadium as low as $43, in Louis Armstrong Stadium as low as $139, in the Grandstand as low as $180, and for the Grounds as low as $65.

Grounds Pass vs Stadium Tickets

Choosing between a Grounds Pass and stadium seating at the US Open depends on a guest’s ideal experience, including access, budget, match atmosphere and general fandom.

A US Open Grounds Pass allows tennis fans to customize their visit with first-come, first-served seating at all courts except Arthur Ashe Stadium. With a lower average ticket price, the Grounds Pass gives greater schedule flexibility to move between venues, catch more players during simultaneous matchups or spend time exploring the Grounds while matches are being played.

On the other hand, stadium tickets guarantee fans a seat at one of USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center’s premier venues. Although stadium ticket prices tend to be higher compared to Grounds Passes, dedicated tennis fans can ensure their spot at the most competitive rounds of the tournament with a stadium ticket, along with a wider range of viewing options based on their budget and seat preference.

What’s the Difference Between US Open Day and Evening Sessions?

Day Session

A Day Session ticket grants gate entry to the US Open from opening to 6:00 p.m. ET, with matches typically starting between 11:00 a.m. and noon. Day sessions apply to Arthur Ashe Stadium, Louis Armstrong Stadium, the Grandstand and Grounds Pass tickets. Because more matches need to be completed early in the tournament, day sessions tend to include a higher volume of matchups spread across more courts, giving fans the chance to catch several players during one visit. Day Session tickets are best for first-time attendees, fans attending on a relaxed budget, and any fan eager to move between courts and catch multiple matches in a single visit.

Evening Session

An Evening Session ticket grants gate entry to the US Open from 6:00 p.m. ET to closing, with the first evening match generally starting around 7:00 p.m. Evening sessions are only offered for Arthur Ashe Stadium and Louis Armstrong Stadium; the Grandstand does not hold evening sessions. Evening sessions feature fewer matches than day sessions, but they typically showcase the tournament’s top-ranked players competing and attract the largest crowds. Fans should opt for Evening Session tickets to catch the biggest stars in tennis and soak up the US Open’s nighttime atmosphere, all while avoiding any daytime scheduling conflicts.

How to Choose the Best US Open Ticket for You

While the US Open hosts over one million guests over three weeks, every fan can choose a unique experience tailored to their preferences and needs each year. To find the right pass for you, consider the following:

• First-Time Attendees: Opt for the Grounds Pass to take in the US Open environment with free-ranging access to the Grounds and loose, low-cost General Admission seating
• Big Match Spectators: Grab tickets to Arthur Ashe Stadium, where most of the higher-ranked athletes compete all the way to the US Open finals
• Value Seekers: Buy reserved seats at Louis Armstrong Stadium or the Grandstand for a mix of great views, high-level competition and General Admission access at a lower cost than Arthur Ashe Stadium tickets

US Open Amex Presale Tickets® Explained

Before US Open tickets go on general sale each year, a presale opens exclusively for American Express Card Members. The Amex Presale typically runs one to two days ahead of general on-sale, in late May.

Tickets for the 2026 US Open were available in a presale for American Express Card Members from Tuesday, May 26, to Wednesday, May 27. General sale followed on Thursday, May 28. Tickets remain available via Ticketmaster, the Official Fan Ticket Marketplace of the US Open.

To buy Amex Presale Tickets® to the US Open, cardholders must use their American Express Card for the purchase. American Express Prepaid Cards do not qualify for the presale.

Amex Card Members have access to select events and seats during the presale period, and tickets are subject to availability. While supplies last, purchases are limited to a maximum of eight tickets per Day Session and eight tickets per Evening Session, with no more than 16 total session tickets per date, including all presale and general tickets purchased. In addition, cardholders can buy eight Grounds Passes per date, including all presale and general tickets purchased.

Note: Resale tickets will also be available to purchase before the Amex Presale begins.

Amex Preferred Tickets™ Information:

Eligible American Express® Card Members may purchase Amex Preferred Tickets™ for select events and select seats, during a specified period while supplies last. Tickets are sold by and fulfilled by third party ticket sellers (not American Express), and such tickets are subject to the rules, terms and conditions, prices and fees set by the ticket seller, event promoter and/or the venue. When purchasing tickets, enter the 10-digit customer service phone number on the back of your eligible Card when prompted. See the full terms and conditions.

How to Buy US Open Tickets Last-Minute

Once the tournament begins, tennis fans can still purchase US Open tickets via Ticketmaster up until the start of the match or session. As the Official Fan Ticket Marketplace of the US Open, Ticketmaster offers tickets for purchase that are verified and delivered securely up to one hour after the first match begins each day.

What to Know Before You Go

The US Open takes place at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center within Flushing Meadows-Corona Park in Flushing, Queens, New York. For entry to the US Open, gate times at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center vary by day and session type. Typically, Day Sessions begin earlier during the first two weeks of the tournament, while Evening Sessions passes are not permitted to enter the grounds until 6:00 p.m. ET.

To arrive, guests are encouraged to use public transportation such as the MTA’s 7 train or Long Island Rail Road to the adjacent Mets-Willets Point Station. Guests with disabilities using the LIRR are advised to transfer to the 7 train from the 61st Street-Woodside Station. Rideshares should be directed to the New York Hall of Science parking lot with a complimentary shuttle available to and from the Champion’s Gate.

Before arrival, follow the US Open bag policy, which allows one bag no larger than 12” x 12” x 16” per guest with exceptions for medically necessary bags. Backpacks are not permitted except for single-compartment drawstring bags.

The list of prohibited items at Billie Jean King National Tennis Center includes:

• Alcohol or illegal substances
• Glass bottles, containers or cans (Exception: reusable metal or plastic water bottles no more than 24 ounces)
• Hard coolers or similar containers
• Aerosol cans or noise-making devices
• Video cameras, recording devices or other professional camera equipment
• Computers or laptops
• Weapons of any kind (regardless of permit)
• Animals (Exception: service animals specifically trained to aid a person with a disability)
• Flags, banners or signs
• Tennis racquets (except on Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day and for tennis racquets acquired on the premises)
• Selfie sticks or other telescopic devices

US Open Fan Week

Get immersed in the Grand Slam tennis energy for free during US Open Fan Week. Taking place from Sunday, August 23, 2026 to Saturday, August 29, 2026, US Open Fan Week opens up the Grounds at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center for free activities, speciality food and drink offerings and exclusive ticketed events. Entry requires a free Fan Access Pass, available through the US Open app, for all fans ages 18 and older.

US Open Fan Week traditionally includes access to the US Open Qualifying Tournament, featured player practices and media day, along with Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day powered by Net Generation, which kicks off Fan Week on Sunday, August 23. The 2026 lineup also brings back the second annual Silent Disco and the third annual US Open Block Party at the Fountain Plaza, along with the one-night only exhibition Roger Federer: An Icon Returns to New York, featuring the five-time US Open men’s singles champion with Andy Roddick, Andre Agassi and John McEnroe, at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Tuesday, August 25 at 7:00 p.m. Later, the annual Stars of the Open presented by Chase will take place at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Thursday, August 27 at 6:00 p.m.

The US Open Mixed Doubles Championships presented by Vital Proteins also returns to Fan Week starting on Tuesday, August 25. Held across two days at Arthur Ashe Stadium, Rounds 1 and 2 of the Mixed Doubles Championships will be played on Tuesday, August 25, followed by the Semifinals and Final on Wednesday, August 26.

US Open Finals Fan Fest

As the tournament reaches its final weekend, the celebration continues with US Open Finals Fan Fest. From Saturday, September 12 to Sunday, September 13, Finals Fan Fest takes over the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, offering expanded grounds access, watch parties at Louis Armstrong Stadium and the Fountain Plaza, and fan activities and more.

Stick around after the Women’s Finals on Saturday, September 12, 2026 for the US Open Finals Afterparty featuring Zedd and special guest HoneyLuv at Louis Armstrong Stadium. Gates open at 8:00 p.m. with the performance scheduled to start at 9:00 p.m. For those with a Finals Fan Fest grounds pass, gates open at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 12 and Sunday, September 13. Refer to your Afterparty ticket for gate times.

US Open 2026 Tickets FAQ

Can I buy US Open tickets last-minute?

Yes, fans can still purchase last-minute US Open tickets once the tournament begins via Ticketmaster, the Official Fan Ticket Marketplace of the US Open. Tickets typically remain on sale, subject to availability, for up to one hour after the first match of the day begins. Tickets are delivered as mobile tickets, so they can be purchased, verified and added to the Ticketmaster App within minutes at the venue gate.

What types of US Open tickets are available?

Fans can choose from Grounds Passes, which offer first-come, first-served access to most courts, or reserved seats in Arthur Ashe Stadium, Louis Armstrong Stadium or the Grandstand. Multi-session plans bundling several sessions into one ticket are also available for Arthur Ashe Stadium and Louis Armstrong Stadium.

What is the difference between a Grounds Pass and a stadium seat?

A Grounds Pass does not include a reserved seat. It offers first-come, first-served access to Louis Armstrong Stadium, Grandstand, Field Courts and Grounds, but not Arthur Ashe Stadium. A stadium seat, in Arthur Ashe Stadium, Louis Armstrong Stadium or Grandstand, guarantees a reserved seat for that session, plus first-come, first-served access to lower-tier venues.

What is the difference between Day and Evening sessions?

Day Sessions run from opening to 6:00 p.m. ET and include more matches across more courts, including the Grandstand and Grounds. Evening Sessions run from 6:00 p.m. ET to closing, feature fewer but more high-profile matchups, and are only available for Arthur Ashe Stadium and Louis Armstrong Stadium.

Are resale tickets available on Ticketmaster?

Yes, Ticketmaster’s Verified Resale marketplace offers authenticated and verified resale tickets throughout the US Open tournament. Check Verified Resale listings to find tickets for sold out sessions, premium seating and more.

Do US Open ticket prices drop closer to the match?

Ticket prices for the US Open vary by major factors like date, session number, venue and matchup demand. However, prices are typically lowest when tickets first go on sale, and can fluctuate for sessions as the tournament progresses, but there is no guarantee prices will fall ahead of match day.

Is it easier to find last-minute tickets for Day Sessions or Evening Sessions?

Day Sessions typically have more last-minute ticket availability due to a higher volume of matches, more court usage spread across the grounds and more ticket types offered. Evening Session tickets are limited to Arthur Ashe Stadium and Louis Armstrong Stadium and tend to feature the tournament’s marquee matchups, so last-minute Evening Session tickets can be harder to find and more expensive, especially in the second week.