ASB Classic tennis 2027

What it is

The ASB Classic is New Zealand’s leading international tennis tournament and an early stop on the world tour before the Australian Open. It runs as two back-to-back events at the Manuka Doctor Arena in Auckland: a WTA 250 women’s week from 4 to 10 January 2027, then an ATP 250 men’s week from 11 to 16 January. Defending champions Elina Svitolina and Jakub Mensik have confirmed they will return.

What to expect

A relaxed summer atmosphere with world-class tennis. Matches are scheduled by session:

• Day sessions start from 11.30 am.
• Night sessions start from 6 pm (men’s quarter-finals from 6.30 pm). Night matches can start later if day matches run long; there are always at least 30 minutes between sessions.
• Twilight sessions for the women’s semi-finals and final start between 3 pm and 5 pm.

The Order of Play is posted the night before, so tickets are sold per session, not per player. Centre Court needs complete silence during points.

Off court, The Serve fan zone next to the arena has bars, food, big screens and live DJs before and after play. The Bach does quick bites, Nespresso coffee and Duck Island ice cream, and The Yock Plaza has street-food trucks, coffee and cocktails beside a big screen.

Who it suits

Tennis fans, families with older children, and anyone in Auckland in early January wanting a summer day out. Children under 14 must be with an adult, and the organisers do not recommend bringing babies or very young children to Centre Court.

Tickets and booking

• Ground passes ($15 to $28 plus service fee) are great value: outer courts, fan zones and big screens.
• Centre Court tickets are sold per day or night session. Some seats have a restricted view, and you are told when you buy.
• Corporate hospitality and courtside boxes are available through the tournament team.

Buy through Flicket online or at the box office. Tickets from other sellers may be refused entry.

Getting there

The arena is on Stanley Street, on the edge of the city centre near Parnell.

• Train: take any service to Britomart, then walk 10 to 15 minutes up Customs Street and Beach Road onto Stanley Street.
• Ferry: from the North Shore, Waiheke or the Eastern Bays to the Downtown Ferry Terminal, then a flat 15-minute walk.
• Bus: routes along Parnell Rise, Beach Road and Grafton Road stop close by. Check AT Mobile for live times.
• Rideshare and taxi: drop-off and pick-up at Gate 1 on Grafton Mews.
• Driving: parking is limited. There is some metered street parking around Parnell and the university, and the Victoria Street car park is about 15 to 20 minutes’ walk away.

From Auckland Airport, the city centre is about 25 minutes’ drive in light traffic (an estimate). Mobility parking is limited, so contact the tournament team ahead.

Where to stay

The city centre and Parnell are within walking distance. See our things to do in Auckland guide for neighbourhoods and ideas. January is peak season, so book early.

Food and drink

The venue is cashless (Mastercard, Visa, Amex, EFTPOS and Paywave). The event is smoke-free and vape-free. You can bring small amounts of homemade food; branded takeaways and outside alcohol are not allowed.

What to bring

Sunscreen, a hat and water for day sessions, as outer courts and fan zones are in the sun, and a light layer for night sessions. No large bags that will not fit under your seat, no skateboards or bikes, and no pushchairs in the stands.

Make a trip of it

Combine the tennis with a day on the harbour or a trip to Waiheke Island: see our things to do in Auckland guide, then head off on our 10-day North Island road trip.