Roland Garros 2027 Schedule — French Open Dates

How the French Open Draw Works

The French Open uses a single-elimination format across 15 days of competition. Both the men's and women's singles draws start with 128 players, narrowing through seven rounds to crown a champion. Understanding the draw structure helps you pick the best day to attend.

Round-by-Round Breakdown

Week 1: First Round to Third Round (May 23–29)

The tournament opens on Sunday May 23, 2027. The first three days feature first-round matches, with up to 64 singles matches played across all courts. This is the best time to see the most tennis — you'll watch 10–12 matches in a single day session across Chatrier, Lenglen, and the outer courts. Upsets happen frequently in the early rounds, creating electric atmospheres on the smaller courts. Second round runs May 26–27 and third round May 28–29.

Tip: A Grounds Pass during Week 1 offers exceptional value — you'll see more live tennis in one day than any other Grand Slam session.

Middle Sunday & Round of 16 (May 30–31)

The tournament used to have a rest day on the middle Sunday, but since 2022, play continues all 15 days. Fourth-round matches (Round of 16) take place on Sunday May 30 and Monday May 31, and the quality of matchups increases significantly as only top players remain.

Quarter-Finals (June 1–2)

Eight matches decide who reaches the semi-finals, split across Tuesday June 1 and Wednesday June 2, with two men's and two women's quarter-finals each day on Philippe-Chatrier. Tickets are harder to get and more expensive, but the tennis quality is outstanding. See quarter-final tickets.

Semi-Finals (June 3–4)

Women's semi-finals on Thursday June 3, men's semi-finals on Friday June 4. These matches are exclusively on Philippe-Chatrier. The atmosphere is intense, and every point matters. See semi-final tickets.

Finals Weekend (June 5–6)

The Women's Final takes place on Saturday June 5, the Men's Final on Sunday June 6. Both start at 3:00 PM on Philippe-Chatrier. These are the most prestigious sessions and the hardest tickets to secure — browse French Open final tickets early.

Day Sessions vs Night Sessions

Since 2021, Philippe-Chatrier has featured night sessions under the retractable roof. Day sessions typically start at 11:00 AM (11:45 AM on Chatrier during the first week) and include 3–4 matches. Night sessions begin at 8:15 PM and feature one marquee match — often the day's most anticipated matchup. In 2027, night sessions run from May 23 through June 2.

Which Day Should You Attend?

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the French Open 2027 start?

The French Open 2027 begins on Sunday, May 23, 2027, with first-round matches at Roland-Garros in Paris. The tournament runs through the Men's Final on Sunday, June 6, 2027.

How many days does the French Open last?

The French Open 2027 runs for 15 consecutive days, from Sunday May 23 through Sunday June 6. There is no rest day — play continues every day, including the middle Sunday.

What is the best day to go to the French Open?

For the most tennis and best value, attend during Week 1 (May 23–29). For the best matchups, the quarter-finals (June 1–2) or semi-finals (June 3–4) offer elite tennis at slightly lower prices than finals weekend.

How long is the French Open final?

The men's final is best-of-five sets and typically lasts 2.5 to 4 hours, though recent finals have ranged from around two hours to well over four. The women's final is best-of-three sets and usually runs 1.5 to 2.5 hours. Both 2027 finals start at 3:00 PM on Court Philippe-Chatrier.