Join Events Travel at Australian Open 2026 – the Grand Slam of the Asia-Pacific and Australia’s most iconic sporting event.

The Australian Open isn’t just a tennis tournament; it’s a two-week festival of world-class tennis, gourmet food, fine wine, and vibrant entertainment, all set against the festive backdrop of Melbourne Park. Each year, the AO continues to elevate the fan experience, offering elite tennis, immersive dining, and family-friendly entertainment. Enjoy world-leading culinary experiences from Australia’s top chefs, international and local music acts, interactive games, dynamic brand activations, and vibrant social spaces.

During the first week, experience the excitement as seeded players compete against emerging stars on main arenas, outer courts, and warm-up courts, accessible with a Grounds Pass or reserved tickets. By the second week, the tournament is in full swing with the finals drawing international crowds to Rod Laver Arena. Reserved tickets ensure you don’t miss a moment of the action, with opportunities to upgrade to AO Reserve Hospitality offering exclusive access to lounges and gourmet dining paired with Lower Bowl seats. Ticket upgrades, including the exclusive Super Row, are available to fans who get in early.

As the longest-running Official Travel Agent for the Australian Open since 1997, Events Travel offers comprehensive Australian Open 2026 packages tailored to all tennis fans. Packages include official tickets and hand-picked 4-star and 5-star hotels or spacious apartments located in Melbourne’s CBD, many just a short walk or free tram ride from Melbourne Park. To make your trip seamless, our packages can be enhanced with flights, transport, sightseeing tours, and travel insurance, so you can relax and enjoy the ultimate Grand Slam experience.

Melbourne, Australia’s sporting and cultural capital, sets the perfect stage for your AO adventure. Discover the city’s world-renowned dining scene, charming laneway cafés, boutique shopping, and lush gardens. Beyond the CBD, explore Victoria’s iconic attractions, such as the breathtaking Great Ocean Road, the Yarra Valley wineries, and the charming wildlife of Phillip Island. If you’re looking to extend your journey, venture further to explore Sydney, Perth, Alice Springs, the Great Barrier Reef, or even New Zealand.

Events Travel has been bringing tennis fans to the Australian Open since 1994, and we’re excited to help make your 2026 tennis experience unforgettable. Join us this January for AO 2026 and enjoy summer in Melbourne like never before.

Glenn Hedley,
Director, Events Travel

Melbourne Park map

To be updated for Australian Open 2026.

Rod Laver Arena seating map

To be updated for Australian Open 2026.

Margaret Court Arena seating map

To be updated for Australian Open 2026.

Fast facts

• The first match at the Australian Open, held in 1905, was played on a cricket field, which has since been converted into the Albert Tennis Centre.
• Over 50,000 tennis balls are used during the two-week tournament.
• The AO racquet stringers use more than 60 km of string throughout the tournament, restringing upwards of 5,000 racquets.
• More than 700 journalists and photographers cover the event, with over 100 press conferences taking place.
• Melbourne Arena offers free seating and hosts matches during the first week of the tournament.
• Rod Laver Arena and Margaret Court Arena both require a reserved seat ticket for entry and feature reserved seating.

Australian Open 2026 schedule (unconfirmed dates)

To be updated for Australian Open 2026.

Provisional schedule is subject to change at any time.

AO Reserve Hospitality

To be updated for Australian Open 2026.

• First week packages: If you want to see your favourite players up close, we recommend a first week package. This is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the best of Melbourne Park, where both seeded and non-seeded players can be seen on the outer courts and warm-up courts, accessible with a Grounds Pass or reserved tickets for Rod Laver Arena (RLA) or Margaret Court Arena (MCA).
• Second week packages: The second week is where the biggest matches take place, and a Rod Laver Arena ticket is a must to catch all the action from singles and doubles finals.
• Day vs. Night Sessions:
  • Day Session tickets (RLA or MCA): Once the session concludes, you can stay in Melbourne Park to enjoy the evening festivities and matches on the outer courts.
  • Night Session tickets: Entry begins after approximately 5:00 pm. If you want to explore Melbourne Park earlier in the day, consider adding a Grounds Pass to your package.
• Ticket access:
  • Grounds Passes: Access to Melbourne Park, including outer courts and warm-up courts.
  • Reserved Tickets (RLA or MCA): Access to Melbourne Park and a reserved seat in the arena for your chosen session. Most fans opt for Rod Laver Arena tickets, where the biggest matches are held, particularly during second week. During the first week both RLA and MCA have seeded matches and you can create a custom package with our team to enjoy both arenas.
• AO Premium Experiences: For an elevated experience or to entertain guests, explore AO Premium Experiences, now called AO Reserve. These hospitality packages include Lower Bowl tickets for Rod Laver Arena, gourmet dining, exclusive venues, and more. Contact our team for more details and pricing.
• Travelling with children?
  • Ages 0–3: Free of charge with Grounds Passes and if seated on your lap with a reserved ticket.
  • Ages 3–11: Discounted tickets available for Grounds Passes.
  • Ages 12–18: Considered adults.
  • There are plenty of family-friendly activities, including a daycare and movie theatre, ensuring children of all ages are entertained.

Melbourne

Melbourne is a dynamic, cosmopolitan city that blends cutting-edge style with a relaxed, carefree spirit. Renowned for its creative arts, world-class dining, stunning galleries, cosy cafés, boutique shops, and spectacular sporting events, the city is brimming with unforgettable experiences.

In the heart of the CBD, discover hidden laneways adorned with vibrant street art, while just to the north, you’ll find bohemian shopping strips and some of the finest Italian cuisine outside of Italy. A short walk or complimentary tram ride from the city centre will take you to the iconic MCG and Melbourne Park, home of the Australian Open.

For the intrepid traveller, Melbourne offers endless opportunities: within an hour or two, explore enchanting wineries, majestic national parks, charming alpine towns, and breathtaking coastal drives.

With its wealth of attractions and vibrant spirit, Melbourne is the perfect backdrop for your Grand Slam adventure.

Climate

January is mid-summer in Melbourne, bringing average highs of 26ºC and lows of 19ºC, minimal rainfall, and mostly sunny days. On particularly hot days, the roofs of Rod Laver Arena and Margaret Court Arena may be closed, offering air-conditioned comfort and ensuring uninterrupted, enjoyable tennis action.

Enhance your trip

Customised packages — add extra travel services to an existing package or tour.

Bespoke trips/group travel — create a customised itinerary with our expert team, available for individuals and groups of all sizes (including corporate groups and incentives).

See what we can offer below and get in touch for a free quote, recommendations or more information.

The default currency for this event is AUD ($). Invoices can be paid in AUD, USD, GBP, EUR or NZD.

Payment requirements and dates

Super early bird and early bird period (before 31 July 2025)

A deposit of 25% is due to confirm your booking, plus any ticket upgrades and extras*.

The balance of 75% is due by 20 September 2025**.

Regular period (31 July 2025 onwards)

A deposit of 50% is due to confirm your booking, plus any ticket upgrades and extras*.

The balance of 50% is due by 20 September 2025**.

*If your booking includes extra travel services, different payment terms may apply to be confirmed on quoting (e.g. flight tickets require full payment to confirm while car rental can be paid on pick-up).
** Bookings made after the balance due date will require full payment to confirm, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

How to make payment

Payment instructions for direct transfers (EFT) and credit card payment links will be provided within your invoice on booking.

How to pay in other currencies and fees

Invoices can be paid in AUD, USD, GBP, EUR or NZD. If you elect to pay your invoice in a different currency to the event default currency, your invoice will be converted at the best available daily mid-market rate.

If paying an invoice in AUD

Payments via direct transfer (EFT) incur no additional fees (including no SWIFT fees or additional bank fees).

Payments using Visa or Mastercard incur a 1.7% merchant fee. Payments using American Express incur a 1.98% merchant fee.

If paying an invoice in USD, GBP, EUR or NZD

Payments via direct transfer (EFT) incur no additional fees (including no SWIFT fees or additional bank fees).

Payments using Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Google Pay or Apple Pay incur a 1.98% merchant fee.

Events Travel cannot be held liable for, or incur any costs associated with, fees charged by your bank or credit card issuer when making payments.

Below is a summary of a few important terms and conditions. For complete terms and conditions please read more here: Booking Terms and Conditions. A PDF copy will be provided on booking or can be downloaded at any time.

Summary of important terms and conditions

• Prices are listed per person in AUD.
• Invoices can be paid in AUD, USD, GBP, EUR or NZD on request.
• All payments are non-refundable in case of cancellation — we highly recommend all clients purchase travel insurance at the time of booking. We issue policies with Cover-More or Go Insurance and offer a 10% discount off any annual policy purchased for Australian residents. We also offer inbound policies for foreign residents travelling to Australia with Cover-More.
• Changes to bookings may incur amendment fees per change (plus supplier fees e.g. airline fee and fare difference to change a flight ticket).
• Full cancellation applies and there are no refunds or credits for unused services.
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• Events Travel cannot be held liable for, or incur any costs associated with, fees charged by your bank or credit card issuer when making payments.
• Events Travel has been an Official Travel Agent for the Australian Open since 1997 and has proudly helped fans experience the event since 1994.