What screams ‘summer’ more than tennis? At this point, it’s synonymous with longer days, warmer nights, and sun-kissed Aussies flocking to venues to get their yearly dose of sports stars in action.
To ring in the new year and welcome the warmer months, Brisbane International is officially back for another round with a lineup sure to dazzle the masses. Tennis legends will be hitting the courts from the end of December for an entire week, so it looks like Brisbane is the official destination of summer 2024.
Here’s everything happening over Brisbane International’s run from 31 December 2023 to 7 January 2024, with a little something for everyone.
Bring On The World’s Best Players
Mere days ago, Rafael Nadal confirmed he’d be attending Brisbane International from the end of December to duke it out with the other world-class players. The 22-time Grand Slam champ will be joined by tennis heavyweights Naomi Osaka, Andy Murray, Aryna Sabalenka, Ben Shelton, Elena Rybakina, Holger Rune, Victoria Azarenka and Grigor Dimitrov, to name a few.
That lineup alone promises days of intense clenching and white knuckles as the audience stare intently at their fave players, praying they leave the court victorious.
14 sessions will take place in total, split evenly over the days and nights for the entire run of Brisbane International, so head here to scope out tickets and more info on when your beloved tennis pro will be wielding a racquet.
Details:
What: Brisbane International
When: 31 Dec 2023 —7 Jan 2024
Where: Queensland Tennis Centre
Price: adult tickets from $25
More info and tickets here.
Fun For The Whole Fam
On New Year’s Day, Brisbane International is throwing a celebration for families far and wide, so it’s as good a time as any to take the whole crew for a day of sunny fun. Family Fun Day offers free entry for kids (ground passes only)* from 31 December to 1 January, with enough activities and events to tucker out the little ones just in time for bed.
Keep an eye out here for more events to be announced closer to the date.
Details:
What: Family Fun Day
When: 31 Dec 2023 – 1 Jan 2024
Where: Queensland Tennis Centre
Price: Adult tickets start from $25
More info and tickets here.
Get Closer To The Action
Fans can see world-class tennis on a ground pass from as little as $25, which is a deal for the casual tennis fan. There’s something exhilarating about being in the thick of the action when it all kicks off.
With five outside match courts, eight practice courts across the Practice Village and player autograph opportunities, Brisbane International offers fans the opportunity to get up close and personal with their favourite players. Plus, this year fans can gather round the ‘The Clubhouse’ and watch all the centre court action of Pat Rafter Arena on the big screen.
Details:
What: Brisbane International
When: 31 Dec 2023 —7 Jan 2024
Where: Queensland Tennis Centre
Price: Adult tickets from $25
More tickets and info here.
To keep an eye out for more events and live music yet to be announced, head to Brisbane International and start planning your summer of tennis.
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*Purchase an adult ground pass ticket for Sunday 31 December or Monday 1 January and add up to four kids ground pass tickets for free, subject to availability.
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