The Australian Open is turning up the volume in 2026 with the launch of AO LIVE Opening Week, a new four night music program set to ignite the tournament before the first serve is even played.
From 13 to 16 January, TOPCOURT at Birrarung Marr will become an open-air stage hosting international and local electronic artists including Hot Chip, Elderbrook, Cassian and The Presets.
“AO LIVE Opening Week is all about starting the Australian Open with a bang. We’re bringing some of the world’s best electronic artists to one of Melbourne’s most spectacular outdoor stages right under the city skyline at TOPCOURT,” AO Entertainment Experience Producer Gus Carmichael said.
“With tickets priced the same as a week one Ground Pass, fans can experience a world-class music lineup and all the energy of the AO precinct in one unforgettable night.”
The program opens on Tuesday 13 January with Hot Chip, joined by Milo Eastwood and O Honey. On Wednesday 14 January, Elderbrook brings his Grammy-nominated sound to the stage with support from Samantha Loveridge, Juno Mamba and Jordz. Thursday 15 January features Cassian, backed by Willo, OLIIV and bellxsxs, while The Presets close out the series on Friday 16 January with RONA, Harvey Sutherland (DJ Set) and Post Percy.
Presented in collaboration with Live Nation Australia, first release tickets start at $69.
AO LIVE Opening Week is part of a wider AO LIVE festival program that will run throughout the tournament with acoustic sessions in Garden Square, DJ sets on Grand Slam Oval and five major AO LIVE Presents shows at John Cain Arena, featuring artists such as The Kid LAROI, Spacey Jane, The Veronicas, SOFI TUKKER, Reneé Rapp and Peggy Gou.
Tickets for AO LIVE Opening Week go on sale at midday on Thursday 20 November 2025 via Ticketmaster.
