The BNP Paribas Open returns to Indian Wells Tennis Garden from March 4 to 15, 2026, promising another record-breaking event with top players and enhanced fan experiences. Attendance reached 504,268 in 2025, surpassing the previous year's mark. Stars like Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka headline the entry list.
The BNP Paribas Open, the largest two-week combined WTA and ATP tournament outside the Grand Slams, will take place at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, located at 78-200 Miles Avenue, Indian Wells, California 92210. Qualifying rounds begin on March 1, with the main draw starting March 4 and concluding March 15.
Top competitors include 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic in the men's draw, alongside top-ranked Carlos Alcaraz, the 2026 Australian Open winner, and second-ranked Jannik Sinner, who missed the 2025 event due to a suspension. The women's field features top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka, second-ranked Iga Świątek, Americans Coco Gauff (fourth), Jessica Pegula (fifth), and Amanda Anisimova (sixth), plus third-ranked Elena Rybakina, the 2026 Australian Open winner and 2023 BNP Paribas Open champion.
Defending champions are Jack Draper, who defeated Holger Rune 6-2, 6-2 in the men's singles final, and Mirra Andreeva, who beat Sabalenka 2-6, 6-4, 6-3 in the women's final. In doubles, Marcelo Arevalo and Mate Pavic won the men's title, Asia Muhammad and Demi Schuurs the women's, and Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori the mixed.
Fans can purchase tickets online at bnpparibasopen.com/tickets or by calling 1-800-999-1585. Qualifying admission is $10, with free parking. General parking off Miles Avenue is free, while valet and VIP options are available for premium ticket holders.
Food options expand with new vendors like Sweetfin poke bowls in the Food Village, Beecher’s Handmade Cheese in Stadium 1, and Pacha Mamas Peruvian rice bowls in Stadium 2. The upgraded Circle of Palms features the Veroni Charcuterie and Champagne Lounge. Returning restaurants include Nobu Indian Wells and Ristorante Mamma Gina.
Live music enhances the experience, with American Idol winner Abi Carter performing on March 4 at 4:30 p.m. on the Village Stage, followed by Grammy-nominated Sara Evans on March 7, and acts like Sixwire and Zac Barnett of American Authors.
Coverage airs live on Tennis Channel starting at 10 a.m. daily from March 4, with streaming on the official app and Tennis TV.
