Must-do Activities at the 2026 National Bank Open in Toronto

Whether you are an event seeker looking for a vibrant day or night out with friends, or a family seeking an easy, memorable shared experience – the Tennis Playground has it all.

If you been inspired after watching the WTA’s best take to the court, the National Bank Open also allows fan to pick up a racquet themselves, then wind down with our everyday Happy Hour or ranging food options.

You don’t need to be a tennis expert to check out all that the National Bank Open has to offer, and here’s a peak into what’s new and returning around the grounds at Sobeys Stadium.

What’s New at the Tennis Playground

The Impossible Shot driven by Mercedes-Benz

Dare you try to hit the impossible shot? Even some of your favourite tennis stars can’t hit this one.

Participate in the impossible shot challenge located in the Tennis Canada fan zone. Highest scores on the leaderboard will be eligible to compete to win a special prize on Centre Court.

Toronto Tempo

New to the city of Toronto, and joining us at the National Bank Open this year, is Canada’s first WNBA team – the Toronto Tempo.

Representatives of the team will take part in a special edition of TennisTalk on August 8 and bring the excitement to the court with the Tempo Drill, an interactive basketball challenge. Fans can compete for prizes such as seeing the Tempo play in their first-ever season with gameday tickets and merch to rep Toronto’s newest franchise.

What’s Returning to the Tennis Playground

407 ETR Family Weekend in association with LEGO Canada, Montellier, Nintendo, and Sobeys (Aug. 1-2)

You can’t spell fun without free – well, maybe you can – but the National Bank Open will have loads of free activities on opening weekend that are fun for the whole family.

Show off your artistic side at our Arts and Crafts Station, or become the canvas with our Face Painting and Airbrush Tattoo artists. Also keep an eye out for our mascots among the handful of activities.

Oh, and to enjoy the fun on 407 ETR Family Weekend, how about some free grounds passes? SIGN UP to be notified when grounds passes become available, quantities are limited.

CELSIUS TennisFest Weekend (Aug. 8-9)

Festival season takes over Sobeys Stadium during the National Bank Open round of 16 weekend. We’re throwing it back to the 90s on August 8^th with Retro Night presented by IRIS. Bring out your best 90s-inspired outfits and sing along to all the best music from the era thanks to our live DJ.

That’s not all. Be sure to try out our Dry-Ice bar or attend Paint & Sip – all happening during our all-day happy hour.

August 9^th is all about the fans for Fan Appreciation Night presented by Canadian Tire, featuring on-site surprises. Fine, we’ll spoil one surprise. The first 1,000 fans through the gates on Fan Appreciation Night can score an NBO Hospitality Passport packed with exclusive food and beverage deals throughout the grounds.

The first 600 fans at each session throughout the weekend will also receive a free, limited-edition tote bag upon entry – just another reason to get there early during TennisFest.

Grab your tickets for CELSIUS TennisFest Weekend HERE.

Tennis Canada Fan Zone

A fan favourite returns to Sobeys Stadium. See how your serve compares to the best on tour at the 407 ETR Fastest Serve. Then, once you mastered your delivery, test out your groundstrokes with the Har-Tru Knock ‘Em Down Challenge.

You can even see if you have what it takes to be a part of the National Bank Open’s ball crew with the Rogers Ball Crew Challenge.

As you can see, the National Bank Open has something tailored to everyone from families, night owls, tennis aficionados, and all those in between. Check out what's happening each day around Sobeys Stadium HERE.

Getting hungry? How does our $100 6ix Star Lobster Roll sound? See what food and beverages will be new and returning this year.

The WTA's best return to Toronto next summer for the National Bank Open presented by Rogers Aug 1 to 13 at Sobeys Stadium. Get your tickets today!

Feature Photo: Rosanna U.