For most of the year, the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Queens is quiet, but for two weeks late in the summer it becomes a bustling hub of activity. The US Open, one of the four Grand Slam tournaments held annually, is known for upsets and thrilling matches that can run long into the night. This year the main draw begins on Aug. 26, and qualifying runs Monday August 18-Thursday August 21.

The US Open schedule features 22 outdoor courts, including four “show courts” (Arthur Ashe Stadium, Louis Armstrong Stadium, Court 17 and the Grandstand), 13 field courts, and 12 practice courts. All courts are equipped with lights, allowing day and evening sessions to be played.

This year, for the first time in a century, the US Open will be played over 15 days — instead of the usual 14. The change was made to provide more opportunities for fans to see top players compete and to accommodate the demands of the game’s biggest stars.

In addition to this schedule change, the USTA is also exploring ways to address the request by many players to shift the final day of the competition. Currently, the US Open is the only Grand Slam tournament that ends on Sunday; the Australian and French Opens both wrap up on Saturday.

The 2025 US Open will feature British tennis players Cam Norrie, who reached the fourth round at Roland Garros and Wimbledon, and Jacob Fearnley, who will play in the main draw for the first time. Follow them and all other players at the US Open on the official website.