Melbourne’s extensive list of sporting events also includes one of the four major tennis world Grand Slams, the Australian Open. Usually held in January every year, this tennis tournament is held at Rod Laver Arena, Margaret Court Arena, and the surrounding courts of Melbourne Park.
Visitors of all ages come here to witness their favourite tennis stars in action, the only Grand Slam tennis championship held in the Asia Pacific. The Australian Open is considered one of the world’s top Grand Slams based on prize money, popularity, tradition, and world rankings.
Australian Open, 2025 Tennis Dates, Ground Pass & Finals Ticket Prices
This summer, the Australian Open main draw will begin on Sunday, 12 January and run for 15 days until Sunday, 26 January, giving fans more opportunities to enjoy world-class tennis and entertainment.
As this is an elimination event, booking a ticket to see a particular player is impossible, as the next day’s schedule can only be announced the night prior. This tournament is a highlight of the nation’s summer sporting event calendar.
Activities Calendar – Week 2
Legends Cup – 21 – 24 January
See old rivalries reignite in the Legends Cup when Team Australia takes on Team World. Get in on a Ground Pass from $35.
Pride Day – 24 January
Pride Day returns to the AO in 2025! Come along and proudly celebrate your authentic self at the LBGTQIA+ community sporting event of the summer!
Glam Slam – 24 – 26 January
Get your glam on as AO25 hits differently! See the only LBGTQIA+ tournament held at a Grand Slam!
AO Pickleball Slam – 24 – 26 January
Watch the world’s top pickleball players compete for glory and a share of $100k at the first-ever AO Pickleball Slam! Don’t miss your chance to catch the action.
Emma Memma – 21 January
Hit the Happy Slam with the kids to see Emma Memma! Get your groove on at Ballpark presented by Emirates, Tue 21 Jan, All Abilities Day at AO25.
Lenny Pearce – 22 January
Wrangle the kids for an epic dance party featuring Lenny Pearce. Hitting Ballpark Presented by Emirates, 11:30am-12:00pm or 2-2:30pm Wed 22 Jan at AO25.
Kids Stage Shows
Catch stage shows, games, and challenges led by our hosts, as well as opportunities to take photos with the AO trophies and meet loved cartoon characters EVERY DAY!
AO Juniors – 18 – 25 January
Experience the sparkling talent of tomorrow’s tennis stars as they strive for glory in the thrilling AO Juniors Championship.
Wheelchair Championships – 20 – 25 January
See 16 men, 16 women, and 16 Quads battle it out in the main draw. The AO will also host their first-ever Junior Wheelchair Championships, with four boys and four girls hoping to win the first-ever titles.
Asia Pacific Elite 14 & Under Trophy – 22 – 24 January
See future greats of the game as talented 14/u players from the Asia-Pacific region participate at the Australian Open.
Women and Girls Day – 23 January
Returning for its ninth edition, the AO Inspirational Series will showcase women’s success and empowerment at one of the most highly anticipated off-court events.
AO25 Intellectual Disability Championships – 24 – 26 January
Be part of history at AO25 as Archie Graham (AUS) defends his title against the world’s top players with intellectual disability (ID).
AO25 Deaf Championships – 24 – 26 January
See the world’s top deaf tennis players return to Melbourne to take on our top Aussie players!
AO Pickleball Slam – 24 – 25 Jan [11am – 7pm] & – 26 Jan [2pm – 7pm]
Watch the world’s top pickleball players compete for glory and a share of $100k at the first-ever AO Pickleball Slam! Don’t miss your chance to catch the action.
Pickleball at The Village – 25 – 26 January
Grab a paddle and some pals and join the on-court pickleball action at The Village!
AO LIVE – 3 Weeks of Entertainment
AO LIVE will present a packed schedule of live music across the AO precinct, including bands, solo performers and DJs, culminating in three massive days of entertainment from 23 to 25 January in John Cain Arena under AO LIVE Presents.
Tickets for AO LIVE Presents start from $89 which also includes Ground Pass access for the whole day.
Benson Boone
Thursday 23 January 2025: 5pm – 9pm
Tickets from $99
First up, on 23 January, pop sensation Benson Boone will take to the stage. The American singer-songwriter has over 1.9 billion global streams, reflected in his win for Best Alternative Video at the MTV Video Music Awards.
Kaytranada
Friday 24 January 2025: 5pm – 9pm
Tickets from $99
DJ and producer Kaytranada will take to the AO LIVE stage with Channel Tres. The DJ’s style blends house, hip-hop and electronic beats. The two-time Grammy Award-winning Canadian artist is a household name, having performed at Coachella 2023.
Kesha
Saturday 25 January 2025: 2pm – 7pm
Tickets from $89
Grammy-nominated pop star Kesha, known for hits like “Tik Tok,” “Timber,” and “Die Young,” is set to return to Australia after her last performance at Mardi Gras in 2020. With awards from MTV, AMA, and iHeartRadio, she will close out the AO LIVE series with a show-stopping performance.
Armand Van Helden
Saturday 25 January 2025: 2pm – 7pm
Tickets from $89
Get ready for Armand Van Helden at AO Live! Known for his iconic hits “You Don’t Know Me” and “My My My,” Armand fuses house, hip-hop, and electro for an epic set. Don’t miss his high-energy beats at the Australian Open’s ultimate music event!
AO Topcourt
Introducing your new summer obsession – TOPCOURT is a game-changing spot hitting AO25! Your destination for a fresh fan experience at the tennis with cutting-edge immersive gaming, play zones, live music and DJs on the decks plus the hottest trends in fashion and beauty. Chill. Play. Style.
Game On
powered by Fortress
Far from the roar of Rod Laver Arena, a new arena awaits the next wave of Aussie tennis fans, gamers, and future champions. Powered by Fortress, digital gaming takes centre stage with large-scale interactive games, console and PC tournaments and immersive experiences. Step into the energy, bring your A-game, and claim your spot – it’s Game On.
Play at TOPCOURT
Hit TOPCOURT for more ways to play this summer, whether it’s main-character energy at the Red Bull Rally Padel Arena, a cheeky tourney on the downball courts, or hitting the half-court for some hoops. Playtime starts now at TOPCOURT!
Hit the courts, ace the shots
Why watch when you can play?! Put yourself in the action with tennis play, including POP, Totem, Table Tennis + more!
Hoops
Hit the half-court and shoot some Hoops. Play some pick-up with mates or chill + chat from the bleachers.
Red Bull at TOPCOURT
Red Bull Rally Padel Arena
Hit up Red Bull Rally Padel Arena at TOPCOURT and meet your latest sporting addiction, Padel. This adrenaline-fueled sport mixes tennis and squash into the latest craze in the racquet sports world.
Red Bull Rally Pro
The Red Bull Rally Pro at TOPCOURT is serving up more than just world-class padel, it’s delivering adrenaline-pumping, wall-to-wall action!
Let’s Glow
TOPCOURT is your ultimate beauty and fashion hang at the AO. Whether you’re up for a fresh Kyrgios-fade, fire Coco nails or a bold eye Naomi-style – feel good and look good with exciting pop-ups and retailers ready to slay your summer look.
With selfie ops in every corner and unlimited ways to create your signature style, it’s time for your glow-up at Let’s Glow.
Mecca Summer Club
The Ultimate Beauty Oasis
MECCA SUMMER CLUB at AO TOPCOURT is the ultimate beauty oasis to ace your look between sets. Join us between 12 – 26 January for walk-in beauty appointments, shop courtside glow-up essentials and serve a selfie in the photo booth! Entry is available with any Ground Pass, so you can come for the tennis and stay for the MECCA vibes.
Sidelines
Shop. Snap. Share.
Step into the ultimate only-at-the-AO shopping experience this summer. Explore Bondi Sands Technocolour, AO Shop, Let’s Glow, and Ralph Lauren, where digital meets IRL activations. Slay your style game with custom tennis nails at Let’s Glow, and find exclusive drops and Topcourt vibes. Sidelines is your spot for pop-ups, grid-worthy photo ops, and endless ways to flex your personal look. Don’t just shop – show up, glow up, and own it this summer.
AO Shop – TOPCOURT
Brand new location
Brand new for AO25, TOPCOURT is the game-changing spot where fans can Game + Style + Play + Glow. Enter your shopping era with fresh official merch and gram-worthy photo ops – maybe grab an iconic Dunlop jumbo ball and hit the Hoops half-court? It’s better at the top.
Eat + drink at TOPCOURT
Serving up epic fried chicken, burritos and burgers at TOP SNACC plus iconic AO faves like the flavour-bomb of a Peach Melbourne soft serve or an Oakberry’s naturally nutritious acai bowl plus loads more. Chat + Chill with snacks to suit every taste at TOPCOURT.
Getting There
Come to the AO on foot, by bicycle or by public transport. You can find everything you need to plan your visit to AO25 right here!
Car
YARRA PARK (OFF-SITE)
Public parking in Yarra Park is available for $10, payable by EFTPOS only. Please note that cash is no longer accepted, and vehicles unable to pay via card will unfortunately not be allowed entry to Yarra Park.
Car parking in Yarra Park is subject to capacity. We advise that you arrive early to secure your parking, as capacity may be reached before the start of the match.
Tram
AO patrons can enjoy free tram travel on the day of their attendance on Route 70 and Route 70a trams between Stop D6-Flinders Street West and Stop 7C MCG 4-7/John Cain Arena from Sunday, 12 January to Sunday, 26 January.
Make sure you have your Australian Open ticket with you when you travel. If you are also catching a train, tram (except for journeys within the free tram zone), bus or regional service to or from the tournament, you’ll need to have a valid Myki for your journey.
Plan your journey to your entrance
If travelling by Tram – Garden Square Entrance is the most convenient
For patrons travelling to Garden Square Entrance, take Route 70 or Route 70a trams to Stop 7B Rod Laver Arena/MCG Gates 1-3.
Travelling to the City Entrance
For patrons travelling to the City Entrance, we recommend you take the Route 70 or Route 70a trams to Stop 7A William Barak Bridge , then walk to the City Entrance.
Travelling to Grand Slam Oval Entrance
For patrons travelling to Grand Slam Oval Entrance, we recommend you take Route 70 or Route 70a trams to Stop 7C MCG Gates 4-7 / John Cain Arena and walk over the footbridge to Olympic Boulevard.
Train
Plan your journey to your entrance
If travelling by Train – City Entrance is the most convenient
Patrons can catch a train to Flinders Street Station, then take a short walk down to Birrarung Marr to the City Entrance.
Travelling to Garden Square Entrance
Patrons can catch trains to Flinders Street Station, Jolimont Station or Richmond Station and then take a tram to Garden Square Entrance.
Last train services
The last train services depart Flinders Street Station at approximately midnight during the week. The Night Network will operate on weekends, with trains departing hourly from Flinders Street Station all night.
Bus
Bus routes that stop within walking distance include:
- Bus 246 (Elsternwick – Clifton Hill via St Kilda) stops at Swan St/Punt Rd (ID 925).
Night Network
PTV will provide bus services on 15 popular transport routes to support patrons in making their way home after late-night matches from Sunday to Thursday during the main draw.
The standard Night Network of trains, trams, coaches, and buses will operate all night on Friday and Saturday nights.
Night Buses:
AO25 night buses will operate if play continues after 11.30pm between Sunday – Thursday. Buses depart 40 minutes after play concludes, with one bus on each route departing between 12:30am and 2am.
Bus pick-up point:
- AO25 night buses will be waiting on the Russell Street side of Federation Square. There will be signage and customer service staff to help direct you to the correct bus.
- The bus routes service a mixture of train, V/Line, tram and bus routes.
Please Note: Not all buses stop at all stations on a line.
Rideshare
There are designated rideshare pick-up locations outside John Cain Arena along Olympic Boulevard and further along Olympic Boulevard near tram stop 7D.
Bicycle
Bicycle parking facilities are provided at the underpass intersection of the William Barak Bridge and Entrance A and at the intersection of Olympic Boulevard and Batman Avenue.
Taxi
A taxi rank is located on Olympic Boulevard, adjacent to Grand Slam Oval. This is for use by taxi vehicles only. Patrons exiting via City Entrance (Birrarung Marr) can utilise the taxi rank located at Flinders Street Station.
Ferry and Water taxi
Services operate on the Yarra River between Southgate and the landing adjacent to Melbourne Park. Water Taxis accommodate parties of up to 12 people. They must be pre-booked.
Since the match schedule is forever changing based on previous match results, please check out the official event schedule here for the full list of upcoming matches.
Is there going to be ground passes?
Hi Nola,
I have to admit that the information wasn’t easy to find since there is no mention on the official website’s ticket page.
Delving deeper into their FAQs though, it does state:
“A limited number of AO22 Ground Pass tickets will be available. More Ground Pass tickets may become available closer to the event.”
There are still no details on what date the tickets will go on sale, so all i can suggest is following their Facebook page or one of their other social media channels so you will be notified as soon as tickets go on sale.
Thanks
Michael
I would like to book my flights for next years open and wish to know the dates of the events.
Hi Gary,
The Australian Open is due to run from Monday 20th January to Sunday 2nd February 2020. Additional to this, there is also 5 days of qualifying from Tue 14th to Sat 18th January.
Please refer to https://ausopen.com/tournament-schedule as this has all of the daily start times and which courts are in operation.
Thanks
Michael
I’d like to order a 4 day package for the first week of the Australian Open. I understand that they go on sale 9am AEST Is the purchase by phone or on-line? Am not sure of the process . I live in Canada. Thank you.
Hi Judy,
Usually you can purchase tickets online or through a retailer. Be that you are overseas, online would be the best way.
I would say that the Australian Open website will update all of their links on the day to allow you to buy tickets for the 2019 event (right now it appears you can only buy tickets with the attached dining options).
Thanks
Michael
Hi,
Can I ask what the difference is between a multi session ticket and a single session ticket?
Thanks,
Jaime
Hi Jaime,
Not much information really exists out there really explaining the 2 types of tickets, but going through the ticket booking process, a single-session ticket enables you to visit on either day or evenings events on a single day, while multi-session ticket enables you to attend either day or evenings over multiple sequential days (usually between 2-4 days in a row).
Hope this helps.
Thanks
Michael
When do general admission tickets go on sale in October? Has a particular date been announced yet??
Hi Nick,
Looking at the official website, it’s now mentioned that tickets for the 2019 Australia open go on sale:
– Multi session tickets on sale from Wed 3 Oct, 9am AEST
– Single session tickets on sale from Tue 9 Oct, 9am AEST
Thanks
Michael
What does Ground Pass provide? Does it mean just have access to walk around but not for watching any matches? If so, do I need to buy the ground pass AND ticket to a particular arena? Why one arena ticket is more expensive than the other one?
Hi,
There is no information listed on the official Australian Open website as of yet, as tickets don’t go on sale until October.
Looking at the 2018 event, ground passes give you access to Hisense Arena, Show Courts 2 and 3 and also the outside courts.
Additional to tennis matches, the ground pass also gives access to the AO Live Stage, AO Ballpark and more (this will usually be announced closer to when tickets are on sale).
Thanks
Michael
How much is a 3 day ground pass? When can I buy them?
Hi Alan,
It doesn’t look like you can buy ground passes just yet and have to wait until October 2018.
As for prices, nothing has been released for next year, but if this year was anything to go by, you can expect them to be around $49 for the first weekend, and $59 for the middle weekend.
Thanks
Michael
If I buy a ticket to Margret Court Arena, does that also work as a Grounds Pass allowing access to Hisense Arena and the other show courts?
Hi David,
Margaret Court Arena tickets include access to a reserved seat within Margaret Court Arena as well as all outside courts including Hisense Arena and Show Courts 2 and 3, as well as all the entertainment on offer on Grand Slam Oval, Garden Square and around the Melbourne and Olympic Park precinct. There is no access to Rod Laver Arena.
Best regards,
Jess
Hi,
1.- Does the AO tickets can be purchased on the AUS open web? or must be always thru TIcketek or Ticket Master?
2.- When I purchase a ticket can I chose an specific seat, or are sold by section aleatory?
3.- Usually what I read tickets are on sale on OCtober, how fast usually takes to run out the tickets since the first day they are on sale?
Saludos
Hi Rafael,
The Australian Open tickets are sold through the official ticket seller Ticketek only.
Tickets are sold by type (ground pass, premium seats). If you want to purchase a seat for a final, then the “best available” in your chosen price bracket will be presented to you.
The tickets do run out fast for finals, so best to plan and be ready when ticket sales open. Ground passes won’t sell out as fast, so you will be able to get those for most days right through the Australian Open Tournament.
Best regards,
Jess
Hi Jess,
I live in Mexico, but I will attend to AO 2019, but Ticketet do not works on the browsers that I have, I asked to a friend to try too , and he had the same results. Are tickets going to be on sale on ticketmaster australia too? that web is much more friendly and works perfectly.
Saludos
Hi Rafael,
Ticketek is the official ticket seller for the Australian Open. Ticketmaster resale might have some tickets that go online, though they will be inflated in price. Maybe you could get a VPN and set your location for Australia? That may overcome browsing issues with Ticketek based on region.
Best of luck
Jess
Can I book ground tickets in advance?
Hi David,
Unfortunately no. Tickets for the Australian Open typically go on sale in around October each year, so you will need to wait until they go on sale to the g general public.
Best regards,
Jess
Hi,
Mistakenly I bought a Ground Pass for the men’s final…
I realized later on that the ground pass it’s only for open court…
Do you think can I still use to watch the final on the screen or something ?
If yes, I would like to do the same for the last week of the tournament.
Thanks
Hi Sana,
There will be screens showing the main events all around Rod Laver Arena, so you will be able to enjoy the main games on the big screen as well as other matches in the outer courts.
Best regards,
Jess
Do I need to buy others ground pass to watch on the screen the others games ?
Hi Sana,
Yes. Day session ground passes include access to the grounds at any time on the day stated on the pass, as well as access to all matches scheduled on Hisense Arena, Show Courts 2 and 3 and the outside courts.
Best regards,
Jess
Hello,
I’ll be in Melbourne during round 4 and quarter finals, but I was told that all the best tickets are sold on pre-sale.
Is this information true? Or if I wait until October for the general public sale, can I still find good seats available (ex. Category 1 seats)?
Thank you so much,
Marcelo
Hi Marcelo,
Unfortunately, yes. Many of the premium seats are purchased during pre-sale or by corporate clients, sponsors and the like.
You can still get good seats during the public sale, but it is best to put the dates in your diary (once released) and try and purchase them as soon as they go on sale. Rod Laver Arena is a large stadium, so seats in the Upper sections are fairly far away. That said, other courts are much smaller, so you may prefer to attend a match at Hisense Arena or Margaret Court to get a little closer for a cheaper price.
Hope this helps,
Jess
Hi,
I can’t take too much time off from work in January but would love to see Federer play. Would you know when the draw will be released or when would be the best time frame to book in order to see Federer play?
Thanks,
Dilee
Hi Dilee,
The draw wont be announced until the weeks leading up to the tournament. If you are confident in his ability to make the finals, then I would book for the last few days of the tournament when all the finals will be played (around 25-28 January).
Kind regards,
Jess
I realise that the Ground Pass tickets for 2018 aren’t being released until October this year. Just as guide for pricing, I’m wondering what the Ground Passes cost for kids and adults in 2017 please?
Thank you!
Hi Tracy,
The 2017 pricing for the Australian Open were as follows:
Ground Passes (+Hisense Arena): From $40
Margaret Court Arena: $41
Rod Laver Arena: $77
Men’s Final: From $403
Women’s Final: $199
Kind regards,
Jess
You say tickets wont go on sale until October/November so why are they on sale on various internet sites now
And the prices you quote above are they the price as the other sites are dearer. As we are travelling from North Qld and have flights etc to book I/m now a bit confused
Hi Elva,
In my other comment, I am quoting the official price as advertised on the Australian Open website. The tickets from third party sites will always be more expensive than the official website as the third party sites charge a commission fee.
If they are on sale already from third party sites, they have probably bulk purchased from the Australian Open and bank on people wanting to book early to charge a premium rate. If you want to purchase from the official seller, then you will need to wait until Ticketek has them on sale in October/November – the prices will be cheaper.
Hope this clarifies things for you.
Kind regards,
Jess
Please provide information including prices on Seniors ticket packages you have available now. We are interested in premium seats and would like a ground pass and tickets to the both mens and womens events and to the Mens final. I am interested in tickets to Rod Laver and Margaret Court Arena and I believe the Hisense tickets are included in the pass. Can you advise? Thank you
Hi Irene,
Tickets wont go on sale until late in 2017 (October/November). We will provide a link from this page once tickets go on sale. So maybe bookmark our page and check back with us later in the year.
The 2017 Australian Open did not offer seniors tickets, however if you have a concession card, you are entitled to a discount on selected entry tickets.
So to answer your question, there are no ticket packages available as of right now and I am not aware of pricing for the 2018 event. Please check back with us in a few months.
Kind regards,
Jess
Hisence ticket are included but you have to queue up for the unsold seats in the arena on that day.
Better to buy Hesense tickets and sit there most of the day. More shade than other stadiums.
Also you get more matches than Rod Laver Arena.
Plus you can also wander around the outside courts (like you can with all other tickets)
Where can I buy Ground Pass tickets for AO 2018?
Hi Robert,
Tickets wont go on sale until late in 2017 (October/November). Ticketek has been the official ticket seller for years, so I assume they will be the official ticket seller for 2018.
We will provide a link from this page later in the year once tickets go on sale. So maybe bookmark our page and check back with us later in the year.
Kind regards,
Jess
What are categories one to three? I assume not so good seats?
Hi Paul,
Super Row seats are the front row seats in the lower level
Category 1 seats are located at the end of the court (lower level)
Category 2 seats are located on the side of the court (lower level) and the first eight rows of the upper level at the end of the court
Category 3 seats are located in the upper level.
Regards,
Jess
Can tickets ordered through Viagogo be mailed to Switzerland? We will be travelling for months before the Open.
Hi Kathleen,
I have checked their mailing countries and it appears that yes, they can be.
Usually Viagogo offers E-Tickets as well as mailed tickets. However it appears that for Australian Open tickets, mailing is the only option. They state: “Secure and tracked express delivery – We will notify you by email when tickets have been dispatched. Signature required on delivery.”
So simply follow the link here to the Australian Open and put in your home address.
Have a fantastic time on your holiday and enjoy your time in Melbourne!
Regards,
Jess
Hi, I am planning a trip to watch Australian Open 2017, I notice that the official sale of ticket will be in early October. I just wonder why there are a few website that are selling tickets now? How does it work? I am from Asia and grateful if anyone could advise a safe way to secure the tickets.
Thanks, Bella
Hi Bella, this is a great question.
Ticketek Australia is the official partner and ticket seller to the Australian Open. They will have the biggest range of tickets available for all events during the tournament. As you say, their tickets are not yet on sale.
There are also a number of other authorised sellers of Australian Open Tickets. They are allocated a certain number of tickets from the Australian Open and are selling them right now. They will charge a higher price.
I hope you enjoy the Australian Open 2017 season!
Best Regards,
Jess
Hi Jess,
Thanks for your reply! One more question, does Viagogo sell at an official price or they add certain mark up on the tickets? Thanks, Bella
Hi Bella,
The Viagogo tickets are sold for more than through Ticketek. As an independent reseller, Viagogo set their own prices and booking fees. Depending on the event, sometimes ticket prices can be only a few dollars more and at other times, popular tickets that are hard to come by can sell at a premium price.
If you want the cheapest ticket available, you are best to wait and purchase through Ticketek. Just note that Ticketek also places a number of fees on top of their ticket prices including a “payment processing fee” which applies around 2% of the total price to the transaction if you are using a credit or debit card; and a “service/handling fee” which is charged at around $5-6 per transaction. However it will still work out cheaper than Viagogo.
The benefit in purchasing from Viagogo is that you can secure the tickets you want for a particular date now without having to wait. Otherwise, you can wait and save some $$. It is entirely up to you!
I hope this helps!
Regards
Jess
I am planning a trip to Australia in January 2017 and wonder when Aussie Open tickets go on sale and the best way of buying tickets? Thanks, Trevor
Hi Trevor,
You can get your tickets to the Australian Open here.
Enjoy the tennis!
Regards,
Jess
Hello,
Just wondering when tickets for the 2017 Australian Open will go on sale? Thank you, Lauren
Hi Lauren,
If previous years are an indication, tickets wont go on sale until around the first week of October.
Check back as we will update our link to purchase tickets once the 2017 season tickets are available for sale.
Regards,
Jess