With the 2026 US Open main draw kicking off this Sunday, August 30, landing a seat inside Arthur Ashe Stadium without draining your savings account is usually next to impossible.
While wandering around US Open Fan Week is free, catching the main draw action is an entirely different story–one which usually means facing massive secondary market markups.
That changes tomorrow.
The United States Tennis Association (USTA) and Mayor Zohran Mamdani have officially unlocked a special allocation of 1,000 discounted US Open tickets for just $100 each, available exclusively to New York City residents.
Here’s everything you need to know to lock down a seat before they sell out.
The details at a glance
- Drop Date & Time: Wednesday, August 26, at 10 am EST sharp
- Where to Buy: Exclusively online at USOpen.org/NYCTickets
- Price: $100 flat per ticket
- Ticket Limit: Maximum 2 tickets per buyer
- Format: First-come, first-served (No lottery system!)
- Eligible Dates: Valid for Main Draw matches taking place between Sunday, August 30, and Tuesday, September 8
What seats are included?
Unlike standard ground passes that limit where you can sit, these special $100 tickets cover access across the entire USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, including:
- Arthur Ashe Stadium reserved seating
- Louis Armstrong Stadium reserved seating
- Full Grounds Pass access for outer field courts
This gives local fans access to see the world’s top-ranked Singles and Doubles players during the crucial early and middle rounds of the tournament.
How to prep before 10 am
Because this sale is strictly first-come, first-served (unlike the recent World Cup lottery), these 1,000 tickets will likely sell out in minutes.
- Set an Alarm: Be on USOpen.org/NYCTickets 5 to 10 minutes before 10 am
- Proof of Residency: Make sure your payment method details match a valid NYC billing address, as this sale is restricted to five-borough residents
- Move Fast: You can select up to two tickets total for matches running through September 8
The discount stems from a city initiative aimed at making major NYC sporting events accessible to everyday residents rather than just high-end corporate buyers. Mamdani stated:
This summer, we have shown again and again that sports belong to the people…Today, we are doubling down on that work by making the US Open more affordable for New Yorkers. If the world’s best tennis players are coming to our city, New Yorkers should be able to see them play.
🚨 Set those alarms for 10 am to secure your seats, and good luck!