How to be successful at U.S. Open Fan Week The biggest tennis stars, dance shows, and more

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So can you actually see tennis?

Yes. The names of champions such as Coco Gauff Venus Williams and Ben Shelton are just a few of the names that you’ll hear throughout Fan Week. The stars compete in tournament matches prior to even the U.S. Open even begins.

However, you’ll still be able to see tennis that is high-stakes if it’s your style, as other less-ranked players vie to be the last players in the finals.

How do I know if have absolutely nothing in tennis?

Fan Week is open to everyone no matter if you’re a seasoned player or have not held a tennis racket.

Okay Please tell me where I should be.

Even Kankam the event’s chief planner acknowledges that it’s a challenge to design a flawless week. However, here are a few points:

Before the show even begins you can watch country singer Dierks Bentley take the stage on the Sunday of Aug. 18, for the first Fan Week show, “Sounds of the Open.” Tickets start at just $30.

Between Monday, August. 19 to Thursday, August. 22 , check out the “quallies.” Officially called the Qualifying Tournament They’re the participant’s last chance to compete during the U.S. Open.

In the qualifying rounds 128 men and 128 females battle for one of the 16 final places. Even though they’re not guaranteed to win but they’re usually placed among the top 250. There’s always a free entry.

Also, on Monday take in a free next-level game between the former world No. 1. player Garbine Muguruza No. 2 Tommy Haas and No. 4 James Blake.

This Tuesday you can witness “Mixed Madness” as doubles teams battle for money. Competing pairs include the legendary Coco Gauff and Ben Shelton; Naomi Osaka together with Nick Kyrgios; and other stunning pairings. Tickets start at $30.

The next Wednesday go to “Stars of the Open” to watch some of the game’s most well-known players compete during exhibition games. This includes the current U.S. Open Champion Novak Djokovic as well as twice-champion Venus Williams, 2022 champion Carlos Alcaraz and more. The tickets cost $30 or more go to USTA Foundation. USTA Foundation.

On Thursday, come hungry. “Flavors of the Open” guests will be able to sample delicious tasting menus created from iron chefs Alex Guarnaschelli and Masaharu Morimoto James Beard Award-winner Kwame Onwuachi Michelin famous restaurateur Simon Kim and many more.

The price is hefty (admission begins at $180) offers cooking demonstrations close-up courtside action, and tasting of the chicken-plus-caviar “Golden Nugget.”

This Friday you can hear from the players directly. The open “Media Day,” registrants will be able to watch interviews and learn about the latest news. The roster last year comprised Coco Gauff Taylor Fritz and Serbian Novak Djokovic, who recently took home an Olympic Gold.

Also, on Friday you can dance the night away at Fan Week’s inaugural block party. There is no ticket requirement.

If you’re in the area on Saturday take your kids to the fun-filled Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day that has been running for over 30 years. There’s an “Play Tennis Zone,” where kids can test at their tennis skills and face-painting and the Dude Perfect performance and more. This is a warm welcome to the future of tennis’s players.

Also, Sunday is the only Open Practice Day, so support your favorite players as they prepare for the tense week to come.

What’s Fan Access Pass?

You can sign up for any Fan Week events through Fan Access Pass which is a digital ticket.

What is the best way to get there?

All tournaments take place in the Queens’ USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

The 7 subway train starting at Grand Central or Times Square. Take the train to Mets-Willets Point and walk under 15 minutes to the center.

You can also ride an LIRR to Penn Station and transfer at the Woodside station. Change onto the LIRR Port Washington Branch for a brief ride to the middle all the excitement, called Mets-Willets Point.

Passengers may also reserve an appointment with Access-a-Ride Paratransit Service. The pick-up and drop-off place is located at the drop-off and pick-up point for buses close to the Champions’ Entry.

Any pro tips?

USTA has partnered with Marvel to distribute limited edition comics with historical tennis heroes and distribute (for no cost) on a first come, second-served basis to those who are who has a Fan Access Pass.

When you sign up and sign up, you’ll have the chance to be a winner of tickets to watch the U.S. Open and can claim a complimentary Wilson junior tennis racquet.

Fans of Fortnite: Don’t forget the interactive gaming area “U.S. Open Advantage Arena,” where you can take a dive in the tennis world.

What’s next?

In 2035 in 2035, the USTA is hoping to draw 17 million more players to play tennis. Kankam the head of the association’s department of entertainment and marketing, stated that it’s events such as Fan Week that create this pipeline.

“It really is all about making the event accessible but also the sport accessible,” she said.

The previous calendar year Fan Week had record attendance. The event has been extended this year to include a second day.

“We’ve never done this many events and experiences,” Kankam added. “It’s really unprecedented.”

We’re calling all “Challengers” fans.

Queens is the site of one of the sport’s most anticipated sporting events: U.S. Open’s Fan Week which includes tennis, concerts and much more. It’s on from August. 19 through 25 within Flushing Meadows, and much of the events are free.

“There truly is something for everyone,” said Nicole Kankam, head of entertainment and marketing for the United States Tennis Association and the organizer behind the tournament.

The organizers aren’t lying She’s not lying! Fan Week promises photo ops as well as meet-and-greets between tennis stars delicious food and drink tastings and countless opportunities to watch famous tennis players compete. There will also be the lion dance and a show featuring The Divine Nine, performances from Ballet Hispanico and more.

“I already have it blocked off on my calendar,” said Alex Ording, president of the Fort Greene Tennis Association.

Katrina Adams, executive director of Harlem Junior Tennis and Education Program She has attended for over 30 years before the program was officially named “Fan Week.”

But where do you begin?

With all the options available There are a lot of things you have to know in order to make the most of your trip.

The first thing to do is What’s Fan Week?

It’s basically a pre-party to celebrate the U.S. Open Championships.

In the years since 1978, international tennis players have played in Flushing Meadows, which is among the top well-known tennis tournaments ever that ranks alongside tennis’s Australian French and Australian Opens as well as Wimbledon. Tickets are now available for several hundred and hundreds of thousands (and sometimes, even more).

This is why in 2017 the USTA the tennis’s governing body created an official week for players who do not want to shell out an extravagant sum. It’s been happening every year in since then, with the exception of an absence of two years due to pandemic.