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Montreal: August 3, 2024 - August 12, 2024
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Toronto: August 4, 2024 - August 12, 2024
Montreal : August 3 - 12, 2024
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Toronto : August 4 - 12, 2024

THE COURTSIDE EXPERIENCE

Participate in our themed activities throughout the week at the National Bank Open meant to celebrate important initiatives and causes.

IGA Family Weekend - in association with VIA Rail Canada and Kamik Canada

Qualifying

Kids, this one’s for you! Get a glimpse of your favourite players and enjoy an array of tennis-related activities.

Available all day

  • Bouncy castles
  • Face painting
  • Mascots

Tennis Canada Fan Zone activities:

  • Rogers Ball Crew Challenge
  • Speed of Serve
  • Har-Tru Knock ‘Em Down Challenge
  • Rogers First Set Tennis
  • NBO Trophy Photobooth
  • Mental Timeout supported by Beneva
  • Play TopSpin 2K25


10:30 AM  – 11 AM | Louise Lapierre Dance | Scène Loto-Québec

  • Dance lessons for everyone, led by Louise Lapierre Danse.

10:30 AM – 11 AM | Cotton Candy | Tennis Canada Fan Zone

  • Satisfy your sweet tooth to start the day! (Free)

11AM – 12PM | Family Yoga | Loto-Québec Stage

  • Yoga session for all with Stéphanie from Projet NamaSTÉ as part of the Mental Timeout supported by Beneva initiative.

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Mini-Tennis for all! | Court 2

  • Mini-tennis session with Tennis Montréal coaches.

12:30 PM – 2 PM | Rogers First Set Tennis | Tennis Canada Fan Zone

  • Want to try tennis at the OBN? Youth will have the chance to dive into the action with a fun Rogers First Set game, guided by a certified instructor. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to unleash your skills on a mini-court and have a blast!

12:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Giant Bubbles by Bulles Animations & Spectacles, Florian Charreau | Esplanade Loto-Québec

  • Let yourself be captivated by giant soap bubbles that sparkle and dance in the air, creating an enchanting spectacle for both young and old!

2 PM – 3 PM | Ball hockey presented by Knapper | Court 9

  • Ball hockey match featuring professional hockey players and ATP players.

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Draws and Prizes | Loto-Québec Stage

  • Many prizes are up for grabs!



More activities will be added throughout the summer, stay tuned!

Don't wait

A big weekend for little fans.

Kids, this one’s for you! Get a glimpse of your favourite players and enjoy an array of tennis-related activities.


Available all day

  • Bouncy castles
  • Face painting
  • Mascots

Tennis Canada Fan Zone activities:

  • Rogers Ball Crew Challenge
  • Speed of Serve
  • Har-Tru Knock ‘Em Down Challenge
  • Rogers First Set Tennis
  • NBO Trophy Photobooth
  • Mental Timeout supported by Beneva
  • Play TopSpin 2K25


10:30AM – 11AM | Louise Lapierre Dance | Loto-Québec Stage

  • Dance lessons and demo for everyone, led by Louise Lapierre Danse.

10:30AM – 11AM | Cotton Candy | Tennis Canada Fan Zone

  • Satisfy your sweet tooth to start the day! (Free)

11AM – 12PM | Zootherapy | Loto-Québec Stage

  • Educational zootherapy activity as part of the Mental Timeout supported by Beneva initiative.

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Introduction to Wheelchair Tennis | Court 2

  • “Have a Go!” Wheelchair Tennis session.

12:30 PM – 2 PM | Rogers First Set Tennis | Tennis Canada Fan Zone

  • Want to try tennis at the OBN? Youth will have the chance to dive into the action with a fun Rogers First Set game, guided by a certified instructor. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to unleash your skills on a mini-court and have a blast!

12:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Celebrity Tournament | Court Rogers

  • Come cheer on local celebrities who will put their talents to the test in a friendly tennis tournament!

3 PM – 3:30 PM | Trivia La Presse | Loto-Québec Stage

  • Join us to challenge your knowledge of Canadian tennis and the National Bank Open in a friendly competitive atmosphere.

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Draws and Prizes | Loto-Québec Stage

  • Many prizes are up for grabs for kids and parents!

More activities will be added throughout the summer, stay tuned!

Don't wait

A big weekend for little fans.

Kids, this one’s for you! Get a glimpse of your favourite players and enjoy an array of tennis-related activities.


Available all day

  • Bouncy castles
  • Face painting
  • Mascots

Tennis Canada Fan Zone activities:

  • Rogers Ball Crew Challenge
  • Speed of Serve
  • Har-Tru Knock ‘Em Down Challenge
  • Rogers First Set Tennis
  • NBO Trophy Photobooth
  • Mental Timeout supported by Beneva
  • Play TopSpin 2K25

10:30AM – 11AM | Louise Lapierre Dance | Loto-Québec Stage

  • Dance lessons and demo for everyone, led by Louise Lapierre Danse.

10:30AM – 11AM | Cotton Candy | Tennis Canada Fan Zone

  • Satisfy your sweet tooth to start the day! (Free)

11AM – 12PM | Family Yoga | Loto-Québec Stage

  • Yoga session for all with Stéphanie from Projet NamaSTÉ as part of the Mental Timeout supported by Beneva initiative.

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Mini-Tennis for all! | Court 2

  • Mini-tennis session with Tennis Montréal coaches.

12:30 PM – 2 PM | Rogers First Set Tennis | Tennis Canada Fan Zone

  • Want to try tennis at the OBN? Youth will have the chance to dive into the action with a fun Rogers First Set game, guided by a certified instructor. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to unleash your skills on a mini-court and have a blast!

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Draws and Prizes | Loto-Québec Stage

  • Many prizes are up for grabs!

More activities will be added throughout the summer, stay tuned!

Don't wait

A big weekend for little fans.

STARTING ON A HIGH NOTE

1st and 2nd round

DAY

Starting at 11 AM | Friendship Bracelets | Loto-Québec Stage

  • Fun and creative friendship bracelet crafting station. Let your creativity flow!

11 AM – 12 PM | Rogers First Set | Rogers First Set Tennis (Tennis Canada Fan Zone)

  • Want to try tennis at the OBN? Youth will have the chance to dive into the action with a fun Rogers First Set game, guided by a certified instructor. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to unleash your skills on a mini-court and have a blast!


NIGHT - PSYCHO BUNNY NIGHT

5 PM – 6 PM | Rogers First Set | Rogers First Set Tennis (Tennis Canada Fan Zone)

  • Want to try tennis at the OBN? Youth will have the chance to dive into the action with a fun Rogers First Set game, guided by a certified instructor. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to unleash your skills on a mini-court and have a blast!
6 PM – 7 PM | Live Music: Dunberry | Loto-Québec Stage
  • Enjoy a live acoustic performance between sessions featuring musical artist Dunberry.

6:30 PM – 7 PM | Celebrity Tournament Final | Centre Court

  • Come cheer on celebrities from Quebec who will put their talents to the test in a friendly tennis tournament!


More activities will be added throughout the summer, stay tuned!

BE HERE

Feel History Being Made.

11 AM – 12 PM | Rogers First Set | Rogers First Set Tennis (Tennis Canada Fan Zone)

  • Want to try tennis at the OBN? Youth will have the chance to dive into the action with a fun Rogers First Set game, guided by a certified instructor. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to unleash your skills on a mini-court and have a blast!

5 PM – 6 PM | Rogers First Set | Rogers First Set Tennis (Tennis Canada Fan Zone)

  • Want to try tennis at the OBN? Youth will have the chance to dive into the action with a fun Rogers First Set game, guided by a certified instructor. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to unleash your skills on a mini-court and have a blast!

6 PM – 7 PM | Live Music: Julien Charbonneau | Loto-Québec Stage

  • Enjoy a live acoustic performance between sessions featuring Julien Charbonneau.


More activities will be added throughout the summer, stay tuned!

BE HERE

Feel History Being Made.

4 PM – 7 PM | Paint and Sip by Canvas Club | Terrasse Dirty Devil Vodka

  • Join us for a moment of creativity and fun! Hosted by a talented artist, this activity is the perfect opportunity for fans to unleash their inner artist and create a beautiful tennis themed masterpiece while sipping on delicious drinks and enjoying the lively atmosphere of the National Bank Open presented by Rogers.
  • No experience is necessary as the artist will guide you step-by-step through the painting process, ensuring you leave with a one-of-a-kind piece that you can proudly display in your home.

6 PM – 7 PM | Live Music: Seb Brault | Loto-Québec Stage

  • Enjoy a live acoustic performance between sessions featuring musical artist Seb Brault.


More activities will be added throughout the summer, stay tuned!

BE HERE

Feel History Being Made.

RAISING THE STAKES

3rd round and quarter-finals

4 PM – 8 PM | Oyster Happy Hour | Espace Pique-nique

  • Join us for Oyster Happy Hour, where you can indulge in freshly shucked oysters paired with amazing drinks.

6 PM – 7 PM | Live Music: Jolyane Lemay | Loto-Québec Stage

  • Enjoy a live acoustic performance between sessions featuring musical artist Jolyane Lemay.


More activities will be added throughout the summer, stay tuned!

BE HERE

Feel History Being Made.

1 PM – 2 PM | Yoga & Journaling | Loto-Québec Stage

  • As part of the Mental Timeout initiative supported by Beneva, join us for a yoga session with Stéphanie from Projet NamaSTÉ and a journaling workshop with Yan Cacchione from Motamo.

4 PM – 4:30 PM | Trivia La Presse | Scène Loto-Québec

  • Join us to challenge your knowledge of Canadian tennis and the National Bank Open in a friendly competitive atmosphere.

4 PM – 8 PM | Oyster Happy Hour | Espace Pique-nique

  • Join us for Oyster Happy Hour, where you can indulge in freshly shucked oysters paired with amazing drinks.

6 PM – 7 PM | Live Music: Brittany Kennell | Scène Loto-Québec

  • Enjoy a live acoustic performance between sessions featuring musical artist Brittany Kennell.


More activities will be added throughout the summer, stay tuned!

BE HERE

Feel History Being Made.

CROWNING THE CHAMPIONS

Semi-finals and finals

NIGHT - AUDI NIGHT

4 PM – 8 PM | Oyster Happy Hour | Espace Pique-nique

  • Join us for Oyster Happy Hour, where you can indulge in freshly shucked oysters paired with amazing drinks.

5 PM – 6 PM | Live Music: Andie Therio | Scène Loto-Québec

  • Enjoy a live acoustic performance between sessions featuring musical artist Andie Therio.


More activities will be added throughout the summer, stay tuned!

BE HERE

Feel History Being Made.

4 PM – 5 PM | Live Music: Melt It Up | Scène Loto-Québec

  • Enjoy a live acoustic performance between sessions featuring musical group Melt It Up.


More activities will be added throughout the summer, stay tuned!
BE HERE

Feel History Being Made.

FEEL TENNIS WITH ALL FIVE SENSES

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

Live music, tennis in virtual reality, sponsor activations, free swag, and more means that it's easy to stay entertained between matches.

National Bank Yard

Fans will be greeted by an oversized umpire's chair overlooking a maze of balls and other tennis paraphernalia for a game of Hide and Seek. Be sure to also try Swing Ball in the lounge space, grab your ear piece and not miss the National Bank day August 10th!

Rogers

Play Nintendo Switch tennis in the Gaming Zone, interact with Bianca Andreescu & Félix Auger-Aliassime via touch screen, win instant prizes, listen to live DJ sets & more.

Beneva

A fun interactive tennis match between two people to highlight the contributions of five volunteer committees that play a role in the success of the NBO.

IGA

Sample food, play games and print bags with your photo on them.

STM

Relax in the rest area featuring urban-style furniture and remember that public transportation is free during the NBO with your tickets.

VIA Sounscape

Hop on board for an immersive experience with VIA Rail Canada and get ready to enjoy a complete moment of relaxation!

TENNIS CANADA FAN ZONE

Rogers First Set Tennis

Share the (smaller) court with your favourite playing partner and show off your racquet skills.

Mental Timeout

Explore a variety of mindfulness activities, write a positivity postcard to your favorite player, sign the Positive Court Pledge, and learn more about our mental health initiatives!

Ball Crew Challenge

Test your aim by rolling a ball to a target and see how you measure up against our ball crew!

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