The U.S. Open Fan Week will take place in New York from August 19th to 25th, providing a fantastic opportunity for local tennis enthusiasts to experience the atmosphere of an international tennis tournament up close. Whether you’re a devoted tennis fan or someone who occasionally watches matches, this week-long event will be a great chance to delve deeper into the world of tennis.
The activities during the Fan Week are open to the public for free, with entrance starting at 10 a.m. each day except for certain specified events. Tennis fans can register for a “Fan Access Pass” on the official U.S. Open website to enjoy additional activities and benefits.
According to information on the U.S. Open website, the “Fan Access Pass” will enhance your Fan Week experience by offering special experiences at the Arthur Ashe Stadium, access to Media Day, special seating for legendary matches, and opportunities to win prizes on the grounds.
The activities include street parties, practice matches, wine tasting provided by sponsors, and tennis-related games. Additionally, there will be qualifying matches as players strive to enter the main U.S. Open tournament.
On August 19th (Monday), the “Legends of the Open” exhibition match will feature retired German tennis player Tommy Haas, retired American player James Blake, and two-time Grand Slam women’s singles champion Garbiñe Muguruza at the Arthur Ashe Stadium from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The following day, the “US Open Mixed Madness” event will showcase a star-studded mixed doubles match, with pairings such as Naomi Osaka and Nick Kyrgios, as well as Coco Gauff and Ben Shelton, with some of the proceeds from these matches being donated to the USTA Foundation, providing tennis and education programs for underserved communities.
On August 21st (Wednesday), the “Stars of the Open” event will take place at the Arthur Ashe Stadium, featuring top players and legendary figures like Novak Djokovic, John McEnroe, and world number one Carlos Alcaraz in exhibition matches, with portions of the proceeds also going to the USTA Foundation.
Thursday will see the “Flavors of the Open” event, where fans can enjoy culinary creations by renowned chefs and American snacks from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Louis Armstrong Stadium.
Friday will introduce a new event, the “US Open Block Party,” offering fans music from DJs, entertainment activities, and appearances by tennis stars from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Fountain Plaza Stage.
On Saturday, the “Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day” will run from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, featuring a mix of family-friendly entertainment and activities for tennis fans of all ages.
According to the U.S. Open website, fans of all ages can experience a variety of family-friendly entertainment and activities at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. This includes watching top players train before the main tournament, enjoying music performances, player appearances at the fan week Fountain Plaza Stage, interactive games, and family activities.
Finally, on August 25th (Sunday), there will be an open practice session where fans can watch top players warm up before the start of the main tournament, along with various activities for fans to participate in on the grounds.
The U.S. Open Fan Week promises to provide participants with a vibrant experience. Free tickets can be obtained on the website through the link provided: [fanpass.usopen.org](https://fanpass.usopen.org).