Australian Open 2026 will unfold at Melbourne Park from 12 January to 1 February.
Kicking off with the increasingly popular Opening Week and concluding with the men’s singles final at Rod Laver Arena, fans can expect three weeks of unforgettable tennis and entertainment.
AO 2025 welcomed more than 1.2 million fans through the gates, proving the year’s first major remains one of the most popular events on the global sporting calendar.
Opening Week will span 12-17 January 2026, an unmissable opportunity for fans to experience AO qualifying, charity matches, open practice sessions and Kids Tennis Day at an affordable price.
The AO 2026 main draw starts Sunday 18 January, and comes to a thrilling conclusion with the women’s and men’s singles finals, respectively, on the nights of Saturday 31 January and Sunday 1 February.
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To ensure you don’t miss next year’s action, there are already a couple of ways to secure your spot at Australian Open 2026.
You can do so through AO Reserve, notable for its exceptional dining and unique Grand Slam experience offering.
AO Reserve is where the thrill of Grand Slam tournament tennis meets relaxed Australian luxury – and the result is curated spaces, menus and experiences as well as exclusive court-side access and premium arena seating.
It’s already set a new standard for international event hospitality, and AO Reserve in 2026 promises more excitement with a program already featuring culinary icon Shimpei Raikuni of Sushi Room, plus celebrated Australian chef Peter Gilmore.
To book, and to keep across more announcements as they land, visit: https://ausopen.com/aoreserve.
You can also enjoy the action at Australian Open 2026 thanks to AO Travel & Experiences.
This is especially valuable for the AO’s many interstate and international fans, and it offers flexibility – you can let the AO’s team of experts create an all-inclusive package that allows you to enjoy the very best of the tournament and its host city, or you can create your own.
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Either way, AO Travel & Experience packages serve as a one-stop shop experience for the best that the Australian Open, and Melbourne, has to offer – think luxurious accommodation, premium AO tickets and experiences both inside and outside of Melbourne Park.
For more information on AO Travel & Experiences, visit: https://ausopen.com/travel.
You can also sign up for AO Extras and unlock exclusive pre-sale access—be one of the first in line for Australian Open tickets, tournament news, AO Shop drops, and more!