The race to secure tickets for Wimbledon 2027 is set to begin before the current edition of the grand slam concludes. The All England Club's public ballot remains the most cost-effective way for ordinary fans to access the main show courts.
Wimbledon 2027 Dates
The tournament is scheduled to take place from Monday, June 28, to Sunday, July 11, 2027. This traditional two-week period will bring together the world's finest tennis players.
How to Enter the Ballot
To participate, you must first create a free online myWIMBLEDON account via the official tournament website. After registration, ensure your profile preferences are set to opt-in for ticketing and ballot communications so you do not miss official announcements.
Public Lottery Application Window
The application window for the public lottery typically opens in September or October of the year before the tournament. For Wimbledon 2027, fans should watch for the portal to open in late 2026. The online portal remains open for several weeks, closing strictly at 11:59 pm on the specified deadline.
What You Can and Cannot Request
When submitting your application, you cannot request specific dates, court preferences, or seat locations. The computerised system randomly assigns available tickets, so you could receive anything from a standard opening-day court pass to a coveted seat at the finals.
Fairness Rules
To ensure fairness, the All England Club enforces a strict limit of one application per household. Submitting multiple entries under different names at the same address or through duplicate email accounts will result in disqualification of all associated applications.
If You Are Selected
Successful applicants receive an email notification outlining their allocated court and date, typically arriving in waves from around February 2027. Full payment must be made by the specified deadline, or tickets will be forfeited and re-balloted.
Ticket Limits and Delivery
Each successful applicant can purchase a maximum of two tickets, delivered digitally via the official mobile app closer to the event. The lead applicant must be present at the gates with photo identification, though the second ticket can be transferred to a nominated guest.
Ticket Transfer and Resale Rules
All ballot tickets are strictly non-transferable to the general public and cannot be sold, advertised, or commercially flipped on secondary market websites. The All England Club monitors online platforms, and any ticket listed outside official resale channels will be voided.
Alternatives If You Miss Out
Unsuccessful applicants gain exclusive access to an official online ticket returns shop in the spring. Alternatively, fans can join the famous physical queue on the day of play from 6 am.
