US Open Tennis 2027 in New York: Info & Tickets

The US Open is a tennis tournament held every year in New York from the last week of August through the second week of September. It’s one of the four Grand Slam tournaments of the International Tennis Federation, alongside the Australian Open, French Open, and Wimbledon in London. In 2027, the tournament runs from August 30 to September 12. Here’s everything you need to know about the US Open.

What to know about the US Open tennis tournament in New York

• The US Open began in 1881 in Newport, Rhode Island, under the name US National Championship. It emerged just a few years after tennis was invented in 1874, making it one of the oldest tennis competitions in the world. The tournament took the name US Open in 1969.
• Since 1978, the US Open has been held at the US Tennis Association National Tennis Center in Queens, New York, within Flushing Meadows Corona Park. The USTA National Tennis Center was renamed the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in 2006, honoring American tennis player Billie Jean King.
• Matches are spread across 32 courts at the complex. The main matches take place in Arthur Ashe Stadium, the primary court. Opened in 1997, it stands as the world’s largest tennis stadium, with a capacity of over 22,500 spectators.
• The US Open features five categories: men’s and women’s singles, men’s and women’s doubles, and mixed doubles. Singles is the premier category, showcasing the best players on the ATP circuit. One important detail: the tournament is played on a hard court surface called Laykold—a combination of concrete and asphalt covered with an acrylic layer, unlike the clay courts at the French Open or the grass courts at Wimbledon.
• The US Open draws more spectators than any other Grand Slam tennis tournament. The tournament attracted over 957,000 spectators in 2023—a record, far ahead of the 600,000 who attended the French Open.

Book your tickets for the US Open tennis tournament in New York

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• Before booking, know that ticket prices increase as the tournament progresses. First-week prices are significantly cheaper than second-week prices. The men’s singles final can reach premium prices, especially for seats close to the court.
• Tickets fall into two main categories: Morning and Evening. Morning tickets give you access to the stadium starting at 11 am and allow you to watch all matches throughout the day until the stadium closes. You’ll have a reserved seat in Arthur Ashe Stadium, the main court, but can watch matches on other courts if seats are available. Evening tickets provide access from 7 pm onward for the day’s final matches. These cost less than Morning tickets and offer the unique atmosphere of evening play—a smart choice if you want to save money.

How to reach Flushing Meadows Stadium

• The USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center is easily accessible via Line 7 of the New York subway. If you’re staying in Manhattan, take the subway from Times Square or Grand Central Terminal and exit at Mets-Willets Point. The ride from Times Square to Flushing Meadows takes about 40 minutes.
• The stadium sits right across from the station, so finding your way is straightforward. During the US Open, everything is clearly marked, and you can simply follow the crowd and signs. Safety is not a concern. At the end of the evening, you won’t be alone heading back to Manhattan.

Map to the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center

Frequently asked questions

Where is the US Open tennis tournament held?

The US Open tennis tournament takes place in New York, in the Queens neighborhood. The stadium, managed by the US Tennis Association, is located within Flushing Meadows Corona Park. The stadium borders the former sites of the 1939–1940 and 1964–1965 World’s Fairs.

Who has won the US Open the most times in New York?

Among men, three players share the record for most singles titles: Jimmy Connors, Pete Sampras, and Roger Federer, each with 5 US Open wins. Among women, Chris Evert and Serena Williams have each won the singles tournament 6 times. The all-time record across all categories belongs to Bill Tilden, with 16 titles from 1913 to 1929. In the modern era since 1969, American Bob Bryan holds the record with 9 titles. Records to beat!