U.S. Open Fan Week

Before the U.S. Open turns Flushing Meadows into the center of the tennis universe, the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center throws open its gates for Fan Week, eight days of free practices, exhibitions, concerts and family-friendly programming that offers all the excitement of the year's final Grand Slam—without the price tag.

This year's Fan Week runs August 17–23 and includes a packed lineup of can't-miss events. On Friday, August 21, fans can hear directly from the sport's biggest stars during US Open Media Day inside Arthur Ashe Stadium, followed that evening by Sounds of the Open, the annual free concert that transforms the South Plaza into an open-air music venue. Past performers have included Leon Bridges, DNCE and LANY.

The festivities continue on Saturday, August 22, with Arthur Ashe Kids' Day. And on Sunday, August 23, Open Practice Day offers one final opportunity to watch players prepare for the tournament before the main draw gets underway.