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Wimbledon tickets: the two official routes to a seat
In short
Wimbledon 2027 (28 June - 11 July) sells tickets through two official routes: the Public Ballot, a draw that opens in September 2026, and The Queue, the famous daily line at the gates. Expect GBP 75-100 for early rounds and GBP 240-315 for the finals. Never buy through unofficial resellers.
Why Wimbledon works differently
Wimbledon is the only Grand Slam with two entirely different, official ways to buy tickets. Rather than simply selling to whoever clicks fastest, Wimbledon spreads demand through a system designed to give a fairer shot to more people. That makes Wimbledon 2027, planned for 28 June to 11 July at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London, a bit different to prepare for than the other Grand Slams.
Both routes are official and give access to the same courts, but the approach differs a lot. Which one suits you mostly comes down to your patience and flexibility.
Route 1: the Public Ballot
This is the only way to get tickets for the show courts (Centre Court, No.1 Court, No.2 Court) at face value without queuing overnight. You sign up through a myWimbledon account on wimbledon.com. The application window usually opens and closes in September, the year before the tournament: for Wimbledon 2027 that means sometime in September 2026, with a fixed deadline after which you can no longer apply.
The system works as a draw. Of all applicants, roughly one in ten gets picked. Those who are lucky are allocated tickets for a specific day and court, but can't choose it themselves: the All England Club decides that. Draw results usually come out in spring of the tournament year itself.
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Application window | September 2026 (the year before) |
| Odds of being picked | Roughly 1 in 10 applicants |
| Choose day/court | No, assigned by the All England Club |
| Early-round price | GBP 75 - 100 (± EUR 85-115) |
| Finals price | GBP 240 - 315 (± EUR 275-360) |
These figures are estimates that can change year to year; check the exact 2027 prices on the official website.
Route 2: The Queue
This is the famous Wimbledon tradition that made the tournament known worldwide. On every day of play, the All England Club holds back a limited number of tickets (around 500 per court, for Centre Court, No.1 Court and No.2 Court), which go on sale at the gates that morning. Only people standing in the official queue are eligible.
Join in the evening
Numbered card in the morning
Tickets at the gate
Tickets through The Queue cost, in principle, the same as through the Ballot: expect roughly GBP 75 to GBP 100 for early rounds too, with higher prices for later rounds. The upside is that you choose which day you go; the downside is that you might have to wait hours, or even an entire night.
Important: The Queue doesn't apply for the last four days of the tournament on Centre Court. Those tickets are sold exclusively in advance, through the Ballot or other official channels.
Watch out for resale and unofficial channels
Warning: because demand for Wimbledon tickets far outstrips supply, unofficial resellers pop up every year offering tickets outside the Ballot and The Queue, often at heavily inflated prices. Wimbledon itself runs a limited, official resale platform for people who can't use their ticket, and recommends buying or selling only through that official route. Tickets bought through unofficial channels run a real risk of being turned away at the gate.
Following Wimbledon without traveling to London
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Frequently asked questions
When do I need to apply for the Ballot?
Applications for Wimbledon 2027 usually open in September 2026. Mark that window in your calendar in good time, since you can't apply after the closing date.
Can I choose my own court and day through the Ballot?
No. If your application is successful, the All England Club assigns you a day and court. You have no say in that, which helps keep the distribution of available tickets fair.
How much should I budget for Wimbledon tickets?
The exact 2027 prices aren't set yet. Budget roughly GBP 75 to GBP 100 (EUR 85 to 115) for regular rounds and GBP 240 to GBP 315 (EUR 275 to 360) for the finals, plus travel and possibly accommodation in London. Check the official website for the final figures.
What if I can't or don't want to wait in The Queue?
The Ballot is an alternative, if you're willing to apply months in advance and accept whichever day you're assigned. If you'd rather watch from home, you can follow the tournament through Napoleon Sports.