Australian Open 2027 Dates Confirmed: Three-Week Festival at Melbourne Park
MELBOURNE – Following a record-breaking 2026 tournament that drew over 1.3 million fans, organizers have officially announced the dates for Australian Open 2027. The season’s first Grand Slam will return to Melbourne Park from January 11–31, 2027, continuing its evolution into a massive three-week sports and entertainment spectacle.
The Three-Week Format Returns
The tournament will once again kick off with “Opening Week” starting Monday, January 11. This preliminary week has become a cornerstone of the AO experience, featuring the qualifying competition, open practice sessions with the world’s best players, and the annual Kids Tennis Day, which recently saw nearly 30,000 attendees.
The 2026 Opening Week saw a massive surge in popularity, with 217,999 fans visiting the precinct—nearly doubling the attendance from the previous year. Fans in 2027 can expect the return of fan-favorite events at Rod Laver Arena, including the AO 1 Point Slam, the Opening Week Showdowns, and the high-energy AO LIVE concert series at TOPCOURT.
Main Draw and Sunday Start
The main draw action is scheduled to begin on Sunday, January 17. This marks the fourth consecutive year the tournament has utilized a Sunday start, a scheduling shift that has proven to be a hit with spectators. In 2026, the opening Sunday set a then-record with over 100,000 fans flooding the gates to watch superstars like Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka begin their campaigns.
The tournament will reach its climax on the final weekend, with the singles finals set for Saturday, January 30, and Sunday, January 31.
Tickets and Travel Packages
With the 2027 event less than 10 months away, organizers are already seeing high demand. Fans looking to secure their spot at the “world’s biggest annual sport and entertainment event” can now purchase Travel & Experience packages. These packages offer curated itineraries for both the high-octane first week and the prestigious finals.
For those looking for standard tickets, organizers recommend signing up for “AO Extras.” Members will receive priority access to ticket pre-sales, merchandise drops, and official event announcements.
As Melbourne Park prepares to host the world’s elite players once again, the 2027 Australian Open looks poised to build on the unprecedented momentum of its predecessor, blending world-class tennis with a carnival atmosphere that remains unique in the Grand Slam calendar.