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US Tennis Open: Money Saving Ticket Ideas and Great Visitor Tips
The US Tennis Open, formally known as the United States Open Tennis Championship, completes the fourth and final tennis major of the Grand Slam. The other three tournaments are the Australian Open, French Open and Wimbledon.
This annual competition takes place in late August and early
September over a two-week period at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Queens, a borough of New York City. You’ll see men's and women's singles, men's and women's doubles, and mixed doubles played on a hard court. There are separate matches for senior, junior, and wheelchair players.
More than 720,000 on-site fans, 100 million television viewers in the U.S. and 64 million online visitors watch the excitement of the US Tennis Open. We are some of those fans! We go every year and highly recommend it! It’s one of the most exciting tennis events anywhere. Be sure to read my attendee tips below.
HOW TO GET DISCOUNT US OPEN TENNIS TICKETS
There are 3 kinds of tickets to buy:
1) Match tickets: admission to Arthur Ashe Stadium (main match) and all grounds.
2) Grounds admission: this allows you entry to all outside courts and grounds ONLY but NOT to the main matches taking place at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
3) Arthur Ashe Kids Day tickets: see information below.
Join the USTA (United States Tennis Association) for special access to discounted seats and early ticket sales for the US Open, Olympus US Open Series and other major tournaments across the country. In addition, you’ll enjoy a 10% discount off USTA and US Open merchandise, as well as discounts on dining, travel, retail, and entertainment at well-known hotels, car rental agencies, sporting good stores, and more. Click here for membership information.
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Check out the USTA's ticket exchange program where you can buy and sell tickets. Watch prices here--some are less than face value, some more.
Snag a completely FREE week during the US Open Qualifying Tournament, August 23-26, 2011, where you'll see the stars of tomorrow compete for a spot in the 2011 US Open! In addition, you'll enjoy fun family activities, see Mardy Fish and Andrea Petkovic with Wilson Racquet Sports (on August 26) as they try to break the record for "most people to bounce a tennis ball on a racquet in one location" and much more!... You'll be able to roam the entire facility freely--it's fantastic!
ATTENDEE TIPS
1. Attend early rounds during the first week (you only need a ground's pass for these...and these tickets are much cheaper). This will give you the opportunity to see top-ranked players up close.
2. Take the subway or Long Island Railroad to the matches. You will avoid big traffic jams and high parking fees.
3. Arrive early. You have to go through a security line before you admittance.
4. Bring your American Express Card—you’ll enjoy lots of special perks.
5. All bags are subject to search. There is a limit of 1 bag per person and it cannot be larger than 12"W x 12"H x 16"L.
6. No knapsacks or backpacks.
7. No bottles except plastic.
8. Sadly, you cannot bring food into the stadium so you are subject to the outrageous prices of available food. However, I suggest that you can bring an empty plastic bottle and fill it up with water once inside.
parents with a morning filled with great entertainment (past performers have included the Jonas Brothers, Jessica Simpson, Justin Bieber, Britney Spears), great giveaways, appearances of super tennis stars, and, of course, great tennis matches. We’ve gone for many years. It’s a good way to motivate your kids toward playing tennis and enjoying the sport in general.
US TENNIS OPEN EVENTS IN NYC
Can't make it to the US Tennis Open Center in Queens? No worries. You can still enjoy the excitment right in Manhattan. Here's how:
1) US Open Live Presented by American Express: Swing by Madison Square Park, 23rd to 26th Streets, between 5th and Madison Avenues, from September 5-11, and watch the US Open Live FREE on a 525-square-foot screen complete with bleachers and additional seating. You can also bring a blanket. No need to bring a picnic though because you'll find cuisine from the Flatiron District's Resto, Eataly (great place), and the Shake Shack. (Food and tennis--nothing better, right!?) You'll soak up the enthusiasm of everyone's love of the game.
2) Sleuth Out Heineken's Secret Pop-Up Party: this isn't called a secret for nothing. The location won't revealed until just before the event. Interested parties need to log on to facebook.com/heinekenlight/summerevents. The selected spot will not hold anymore than 100 people and the only way to gain entrance is to 'like' Heineken Light on Facebook to win a spot in the VIP hideaway.
CATCH THE ACTION UNFOLD AT A LOCAL NYC BAR/RESTAURANT
Prefer to catch the matches on a giant high definition flat screen TV with friends? Here are some options for you:
Bourbon Street Bar & Grille
346 West 46th Street
Between 8th and 9th Avenues
bourbonny.com
Central Bar
109 East 9th Street
Between Third and Fourth Avenues
Centralbarnyc.com
Hurley's Saloon
232 West 48th Street
Between Broadway and Eighth Avenues
hurleysnyc.com
Mr Dennehy's
66 Carmine Street
Between Seventh Avenue South and Bedford Street
mrdennehys.com
Playwright Tavern
202 West 39th Street at 7th Avenue
playwrighttavern.com
The Red Lion
151 Bleecker Street at Thompson Street
redlionnyc.com
Rogue
757 Sixth Avenue
Between 25 and 26 Streets
roguenyc.com
Tonic
727 Seventh Avenue
Between 48th and 49th Streets
tonicbarnyc.com
BEST TRANSPORTATION TO US TENNIS OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS
Delta Tennis Water Taxi: From August 29 - September 11, start the fun before the matches. Ride to the US Tennis Open by Water Taxi! It's free and you can enjoy Delta's signature cocktail, The Ace, as well as cold beer, soft drinks and snacks. The Delta Tennis Taxi will depart from:
•South Street Seaport (Pier 17) 90-minutes before scheduled match times and
By Subway: The subway is THE best way to travel to the US Tennis Open. It’s fast, cheap and you’ll avoid expensive parking fees and traffic. Take the #7 directly to the Shea Stadium/Willets Point station. Need more help to determine the best route for your trip to the US Tennis Open? Use this subway map or automatic trip planner!
For information on subway fares, metrocards and more Click here!
By Bus: If you need help to determining how to take the bus to the US Tennis Open, Use this bus map to help!
By Long Island Railroad: The Long Island Railroad takes you directly the US Tennis Open Center. You can take the Long Island Railroad from Penn Station in Manhattan; Jamaica, Queens; and from all points on Long Island Click here for information on the Long Island Railroad.br>
