Roger Federer has not played a competitive point in Flushing since 2021, and he returns here under the Arthur Ashe lights with Andre Agassi, Andy Roddick and John McEnroe for a single exhibition night before the main draw begins. The roof, the 23,000 seats and four generations of champions on one court make this the rare tennis night that plays like a stadium concert. If you have ever wanted to see the Ashe experience without a two-week tournament commitment, this is the ticket to chase.
What to expect
Doors open across the Fan Week grounds well before the evening session, so most fans wander the practice courts, the food village and the outer courts first, then funnel into Ashe for the 7pm start. Inside, expect showmanship over scorekeeping — trick shots, mic work and long ovations between games. The concourse concessions and the plaza screens stay open through the night.
Good to know
- The 7 train to Mets-Willets Point drops you at the gate; the LIRR Port Washington branch also stops there
- This session is ticketed even though most Fan Week programming is not — buy before you travel
- Arthur Ashe has a roof, so the session runs regardless of rain
- Bags are size-restricted at the gates and there is no re-entry once you leave the grounds
- Arrive early to use the same ticket for grounds wandering and player practice sessions
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Common questions
Is this part of the main US Open tournament?
No — it falls during Fan Week, the pre-tournament stretch at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Main-draw play starts the following week.
Who else is on court?
Federer is joined by fellow champions Andre Agassi, Andy Roddick and John McEnroe for the evening exhibition.
Can I see anything else with this ticket?
Yes. Ticket holders can walk the grounds, watch practice sessions and catch outer-court action before the stadium session begins.
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