US Open 2026: Dates, Schedule & How to Watch
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The US Open 2026 runs August 23 – September 13 in New York. Free Fan Week starts August 23.
Main draw: Aug 30 · ESPN exclusive · Alcaraz & Sabalenka defend
The US Open 2026 runs August 23 – September 13 at Flushing Meadows, New York. Free Fan Week starts August 23, and the 15-day main draw begins Sunday, August 30. Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka defend their titles. Watch on ESPN (exclusive through 2037) with selected matches on ABC.
The year's final Grand Slam is almost here. The 2026 US Open brings the world's best tennis to New York for three weeks of hard-court drama — and this year's schedule has a fresh format. Here's everything you need to know.
US Open 2026: Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fan Week (free) | August 23 |
| Mixed doubles (revamped) | August 24-26 |
| Main draw starts | Sunday, August 30 |
| Finals | September 12-13 |
| Tournament ends | September 13 |
US Open 2026: Defending Champions
| Champion | Title |
|---|---|
| Carlos Alcaraz | Men's singles |
| Aryna Sabalenka | Women's singles |
How to Watch the US Open 2026
- 📺 US TV: ESPN exclusive (through 2037) — ESPN, ESPN2, and selected Sunday matches on ABC
- 📱 Streaming: ESPN+ and the ESPN app — every court available
- 🎾 Free option: ABC finals are available with a TV antenna
- 🌍 International: Local broadcasters in each country
US Open Fan Week: Free Tennis in NYC
Starting August 23, the National Tennis Center opens its gates free for Fan Week — grounds access, qualifying matches, practice sessions with the pros, and family activities. It's one of the best free sports experiences in New York.
