The Wimbledon Court in Central Park
Grass tennis court with net
Grass court tennis comes to Central Park from June 26 to 29.
From Friday, June 26 through Monday, June 29, 2026, Wollman Rink becomes a full grass tennis court. Wimbledon's own groundstaff install and maintain it, the same team that tends the courts at the All England Club in London. This is the fifth year Wimbledon has staged a summer event in New York, and the first time it has built a playable grass court in Central Park.
Most of the event is free and open to the public. After the Friday afternoon exhibition match, you can walk in any time through Monday with no ticket, subject to capacity at the gate.
What You Can Do Without a Ticket
From Friday afternoon through Monday, entry is free and walk-up. Inside the venue you'll find free tennis clinics with coaches, British-inspired food and drink for purchase, and official Wimbledon merchandise. Traditional Wimbledon fare is part of it, including strawberries and cream, Pimm's, and Champagne Lanson.
The closing day is the one to plan around if you want the full atmosphere. On Monday, June 29, giant screens broadcast the opening day of The Championships live from London, watched from the grass court in Central Park.
The Friday Exhibition Match
The event opens with The Wimbledon Court Invitational, an exhibition doubles match on Friday, June 26. Andre Agassi and Genie Bouchard play James Blake and Caroline Wozniacki. Gates open at 11:00 AM, the opening ceremony begins at 1:30 PM, and the match starts at 2:00 PM.
This match was the one ticketed portion of the event, and tickets were allotted through a free public ballot that closed on June 10. The ballot also covered the on-court playing sessions, where selected fans played on the grass court themselves. Both of those ballots are now closed. Everything after the Friday match is open to the public without a ticket.
Getting In
Location: Wollman Rink, 830 5th Avenue, on the southeast side of Central Park
Entrance: the east side of Wollman Rink, off 5th Avenue
Park entry points: W 59th St and Center Dr, or E 59th St and 5th Ave, then continue to the rink
Parking: none onsite. Public transit and rideshare are encouraged. Rideshare drop-off is at either park entry point above.
What to Know Before You Go
Admission: free and walk-up after the Friday match, subject to capacity
Weather: rain or shine. Severe weather may delay or change programming
Dress: no formal dress code. Wimbledon Whites or tennis-inspired outfits are welcome
Food and drink: British-inspired food, concessions, and bar onsite. Outside food and drink are not permitted. Alcohol requires 21+ and valid ID
Bags: small bags and backpacks are allowed. Anything larger than 6 by 9 inches must be clear. All bags are screened
Accessibility: ADA-accessible courtside seating and accessible restrooms are available. Guest Services is in the Clubhouse
Bring: water bottle (refill stations onsite), sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, a card or cash
For full event details and any schedule updates, see the Wimbledon Court in Central Park FAQ.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Wimbledon Court in Central Park free?
Yes. After the Friday afternoon exhibition match, the event is free and open to the public through Monday, June 29, with no ticket required, subject to capacity at the gate.
The ballot closed. Can I still go?
Yes. The ballot that closed on June 10 covered only the Friday ticketed match and the on-court playing sessions. Everything else, including the tennis clinics, the food and drink, and Monday's live screening, is free and walk-up from Friday afternoon through Monday.
Where is the event held?
The event is at Wollman Rink, 830 5th Avenue, on the southeast side of Central Park. Entry is on the east side of the rink off 5th Avenue, reached through the park at W 59th St and Center Dr or E 59th St and 5th Ave.
Can I play on the grass court?
The on-court playing sessions were filled through the free ballot that closed on June 10, so walk-up play is not available. Spectators can watch the sessions and the rest of the programming without a ticket.
What happens on the last day?
On Monday, June 29, giant screens broadcast the opening day of The Championships live from London, watched from the grass court in Central Park.
Is there parking?
There is no parking onsite. Public transit and rideshare are encouraged, with rideshare drop-off at W 59th St and Center Dr or E 59th St and 5th Ave.
What happens if it rains?
The event runs rain or shine. Severe weather may delay, change, or cancel programming.
