Wimbledon 2026 Schedule: Complete Guide for Fans and Visitors
The 2026 edition of The Championships, Wimbledon, returns to the historic All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) with a packed calendar that spans three weeks of world‑class tennis. From the opening day of qualifying to the final curtain‑call on Centre Court, this guide provides the full schedule, key match times, and practical information to help you plan your visit or tune in from home.
Dates and Key Milestones
All matches are scheduled in British Summer Time (BST). The tournament runs from Monday, 24 June 2026 to Sunday, 7 July 2026. Below is a quick snapshot of the main milestones:
- 24–27 June – Qualifying rounds (Court No. 1, No. 2, and No. 3)
- 28 June – Main draw begins (Gentlemen’s & Ladies’ Singles, Doubles, Mixed Doubles)
- 3–4 July – Quarter‑finals across all categories
- 5 July – Semi‑finals (Centre Court and No. 1 Court)
- 6 July – Ladies’ Singles Final (Centre Court)
- 7 July – Gentlemen’s Singles Final (Centre Court)
Daily Match Times on the Main Courts
Centre Court and No. 1 Court host the marquee matches, while the remaining courts (No. 2, No. 3, No. 4, and the new Show Courts) accommodate the bulk of the action. Typical start times are as follows:
- Centre Court – 11:00 am (first match), 2:30 pm (second match), 5:00 pm (third match)
- No. 1 Court – 11:00 am, 2:30 pm, 5:00 pm
- Show Courts (No. 2–4) – 11:00 am and 2:30 pm
All matches are subject to weather adjustments. When rain disrupts play, the tournament uses the retractable roof on Centre Court and No. 1 Court, ensuring that the schedule remains as close to the published times as possible.
