As we progress through the summer months, the number of ATP Tour stops in the United States begins to dwindle. With three of the seven already completed, there are just four more tournaments left in the U.S. this year. Now is a great time to learn more about them, when and where they’re happening, and start planning your trip to see your favorite players take the court, and explore the host cities.
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What is the ATP?
The ATP Tour is a yearly worldwide premier tennis tournament in which professional tennis players compete to earn points and vie for the championship.
The U.S. Open
The U.S. Open is the United States’ own Grand Slam tournament is one of the four biggest on the ATP Tour. Hosted in New York, NY, from August 30th through September 13th.
The Cincinnati Open
The Cincinnati Open is an ATP 1000 tournament hosted in Mason, OH, from August 13th-23rd.
The Mudabala DC Open
The Mudabala DC Open is an ATP 500 tournament hosted in Washington, DC. The only combined ATP & WTA 500 in the world, running from July 25th until August 2nd.
The Winston-Salem Open
The Winston-Salem Open is an ATP 250 tournament that takes place at Wake Forrest University in Winston-Salem, NC, from August 22nd through August 29th.
What is the ATP Tour?
The ATP Tour is the premier tournament circuit for professional tennis players, hosted yearly by the Association of Tennis Professionals in many countries worldwide. The 2026 ATP Tour spans 65 tournaments, nearly taking up the full duration of the year, with the more essential tournaments taking place in Spring and Summer.
Tournament tiers
Of the 65 total tournaments that take place along the Tour, they are not all equal in terms of importance or point value. The tiers of the ATP Tour, in descending value, are Grand Slams, ATP Finals, ATP 1000, ATP 500 and ATP 250.
- Grand Slams: The four biggest tournaments of the year, drawing in the biggest crowds, the most exclusive courts, and awarding 2,000 points to the winner. A player receives the Grand Slam achievement by winning all four of these tournaments. The Grand Slams are the Australian Open, Roland-Garros, Wimbledon and the U.S. Open.
- ATP Finals: At years-end, this prestigious competition hosts the eight best singles players and doubles teams to compete in the ultimate tournament.
- ATP 1000: A series of nine tournaments that award 1,000 points to the winner. These tournaments are top-level, with more occurrences but half the points per title than the Grand Slams.
- ATP 500: 16 mid-tier tournaments, offering 500 points to the winners. Great opportunities for smaller/newer competitors to get some points on the board.
- ATP 250: The 30 entry-level tour events awarding 250 points to the winners.
ATP Tour stops in the United States
The United States is happy to host seven tournaments on the ATP Tour, with ATP 250s, 500s, 1000s, and of course, the U.S. Open Grand Slam Tournament.
With three stops down so far this year, only four American-based tournaments remain: The Mudabala Citi DC Open in Washington DC (ATP 500), The Cincinnati Open (ATP 1000), the Winston-Salem Open in North Carolina (ATP 250), and the beloved U.S. Open in New York, America’s Grand Slam.
Let’s go into more detail about these four tournaments, giving you a glimpse inside the competition and the surrounding area, so you can see which stop you’d enjoy travelling for the most!
The 2026 U.S. Open Grand Slam: New York, NY
The most prestigious tournament in the states, and one of the four biggest in the world, the U.S. Open is an incredible tournament where the professionals really show up to compete.
Purse: A record-breaking $90 million, with $5 million to the winner, $2.5 million to the runner-up, and so on.
When & where?
The U.S. Open begins on August 30th, and continues through September 13th in Queens, NY. The 128-player singles tournament is hosted at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center where the players face-off on the outdoor hard courts. Though August 30 marks Day 1 of the singles tournament, fan week and qualifying began as early as August 23!
Planning your stay
Though the tournament takes place in Queens, New York is very commutable, so you stay in whichever part you’d like. Making a vacation of the U.S. Open is an amazing idea, and you can see more of what late-summer NYC has to offer. Whether you stay in Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn or anything in between, the U.S. Open is always just a metro ride away. Use Nofie’s search tool to find the perfect stay for you!
The Cincinnati Open
The Cincinnati Open is the last remaining ATP 1000 stop in the U.S. this year, so it is a great higher-level tournament to travel and go watch!
Purse: Nearly $15 million. ~$10 million for the ATP and just over $5 million for the WTA. The men’s winner takes home ~$1.1 million and the women’s champion takes home ~$750k.
When & where?
The Cincinnati Open will take place in Mason, Ohio, in the greater Cincinnati area. This tournament begins on August 13th and spans ten days, ending on August 23rd. The match is played on hard courts at Linder Family Tennis Center.
Planning your stay
Cincinnati, Ohio is an amazing city with much to do. The Open will take place right outside the city limits, but don’t let that stop you from staying in the heart of town! With Nofie, you can find a rental in your desired location with ease.
The Mudabala Citi DC Open: Washington DC
The 2026 Mubadala DC Open is an exciting ATP 500 tournament in the nation’s capital. It is also proudly the world’s only combined ATP & WTA (Women’s Tennis Association) 500 Tournament!
Purse: $3.68 million across both ATP and WTA events. The ATP has a $2,4 million pool, with 420k going to the winner, while the WTA has a $1.3 million pool with 200k awarded to the winner.
When & where?
The Mubadala Open this year starts on July 25th and ends on August 2nd. Held at the William H.G. Fitzgerald Tennis Center’s outdoor hard courts, this ATP/WTA 500 is a must-see!
Planning your stay
Washington, D.C. is an amazing city to visit, especially in the late summer. The nation’s capital has so much to see as well as the Open, it’s easy to fill your days with tennis, museums, monuments and more! Book with Nofie today!
The Winston-Salem Open: North Carolina
The last ATP 250 in the U.S. is the Winston-Salem Open, held just a week before the U.S. Open. This tournament is an entry-level event, allowing for a lower-stakes contest in late August.
Purse: ~$820k, the winner takes home nearly $110k, while the runner-up wins 63k.
When & where?
The Winston-Salem Open is held at the Wake Forest University Tennis Complex, and runs from August 22nd to August 29th! This event will also be held on outdoor hard courts!
Planning your stay
Winston-Salem is the fifth-biggest city in North Carolina, so there is no shortage of things to do and see. Especially in the late summer, Winston-Salem reaches the ideal climate, perfect for watching the Winston_Salem Open and going out on the town at night. With Nofie’s search tool, you can find rentals in and around the area, and start planning your Winston-Salem Open trip today!
Use Nofie to plan the perfect ATP Tour stop of your own!
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Brody Samson
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About the Author
Brody, a recent Colorado State University undergrad, spent his time in Fort Collins studying Journalism & Media Communication. He interned at College Avenue Magazine and also received a minor in Global & Environmental Sustainability. His lifelong passion for writing drove him to pursue a career in journalism.
In his free time, he can be found hiking, biking or swimming outdoors. He fiercely enjoys competition in sports along with reading, and playing music on the guitar.
