Every year, thousands head to Melbourne Park to watch the superstars of tennis battle it out in the fierce summer heat. Despite the heatwaves that occur regularly during the event (temperatures of 35 degrees or higher are common) the Australian Open continues to attract the world's best tennis players and their fans to the southern hemisphere's only Grand Slam tournament.
And even if you don’t make it into an arena, there will be live entertainment, giant screens, incredible drinking and dining options, and pop-up activations to enjoy. The AO Live Festival will also return, with legendary international acts like Kesha, Kaytranada, Armen Van Helden and more on the line-up.
Plus, from January 6 to 11 it's the pre-tournament opening week, with exhibition matches featuring tennis stars and cheaper tickets.
The 2025 tournament begins on Sunday, January 12. Day and night sessions are available, and adult ground pass tickets start at $59. If you're a first-timer and looking for a breakdown of all the important details, we've put one together for you here. Best to book your tickets sooner rather than later – head to the website for more information.