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While summer is drawing to a close, things are heating up for tennis fans with the start of the US Open, which runs from August 18 to September 7, at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Queens, New York.
If you plan to attend the event in person, you may be able to enhance the experience with your credit card . For the past few years, American Express and Chase have offered cardholders a range of special perks, such as access to exclusive lounges and giveaways.
Here's a look at some of the benefits that you can take advantage of at the 2025 US Open.
American Express US Open benefits
US Open American Express Fan Experience
Whether you're an American Express cardholder or not, you can visit the 20,000-square-foot Fan Experience located near the Main Entry and across from Louis Armstrong Stadium. It offers free immersive experiences such as a Glow Tennis mixed reality game and a custom tennis ball customization station.
American Express Card Member Lounge
All American Express cardholders (excluding American Express prepaid cards) have complimentary access to a lounge located on the second level of the American Express US Open Fan Experience. The space is air-conditioned and offers drinks, snacks, exclusive Ralph Lauren merchandise, free skincare consultations and more.
You can bring up to two guests, but note that access is on a first-come, first-served basis, so there may be a wait.
The Centurion® Lounge
A more premium Centurion Lounge is available on Aug. 24 for Centurion members and those with Platinum American Express cards, including the American Express Platinum Card® and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express. The lounge is located on the second floor of the Louis Armstrong Stadium, and similar to the Centurion airport lounges, features a selection of complimentary light bites and drinks. Terms apply.
Due to limited capacity, one-hour reservations must be made in advance via Resy. You can also request to be added to the waitlist by visiting the lounge in person, though it's subject to availability.
Each day of the tournament starting at 9:30 am ET, Platinum cardholders can make reservations for up to two people, while Centurion cardholders may book for up to four people. You are limited to a single reservation per card member per day.
Cash-back for on-site purchases
Concessions at the U.S. Open can get pricey, but American Express cardholders can get a one-time $10 statement credit after spending $100 or more at participating on-site merchants with their eligible card. Enrollment is required via the Amex Offers section of your online account. You're limited to one enrolled card per card member.
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American Express® Radios
Free loaner radios with ESPN broadcasts and live U.S. Open updates are available to anyone with an American Express card. You're allowed one radio per card per day, while supplies last.
Best American Express cards for event benefits
American Express cardholders can take advantage of exclusive benefits at sporting events, concerts, Broadway shows and more. Perks can include access to ticket presales, premium seating, cardmember-only lounges and exclusive entrances at major venues. More premium cards can unlock access to "By Invitation Only" experiences, like the Centurion Lounge at the U.S. Open.
The American Express Platinum Card® is a premium card loaded with annual statement credits, entertainment benefits, extensive airport lounge access, elite status perks and more. (Enrollment required for select benefits mentioned)
- Access to 1,550+ airport lounges, including Priority Pass™ Select lounges (enrollment required) and Amex Centurion lounges
- Statement credit offers worth up to twice what the annual fee costs
- Elite status perks for hotels and rental cars (Enrollment required for select benefits mentioned)
- High annual fee
- Many statement credit offers are complicated and are earned in increments or limited to specific purchases
Highlights
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- You may be eligible for as high as 175,000 Membership Rewards® points after you spend $12,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you're approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you're approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
- Get more for your travels with 5X Membership Rewards® points on all flights and prepaid hotel bookings through American Express Travel®, including Fine Hotels + Resorts® and The Hotel Collection bookings. You earn 5X points on flights purchased directly from airlines or through American Express Travel® on up to $500,000 on these purchases per calendar year.
- With over 1,550 airport lounges - more than any other credit card company on the market* - enjoy the benefits of the Global Lounge Collection®, over $850 of annual value, with access to Centurion Lounges, 10 complimentary Delta Sky Club® visits when flying on an eligible Delta flight (subject to visit limitations), Priority Pass Select membership (enrollment required), and other select partner lounges.* As of 07/2025.
- $200 Uber Cash + $120 Uber One Credit: With the Platinum Card® you can receive $15 in Uber Cash each month plus a bonus $20 in December when you add your Platinum Card® to your Uber account to use on rides and orders in the U.S when you select an Amex Card for your transaction. Plus, when you use the Platinum Card® to pay for an auto-renewing Uber One membership, you can get up to $120 in statement credits each calendar year. Terms apply.
- $300 Digital Entertainment Credit: Experience the latest shows, news and recipes. Get up to $25 in statement credits each month when you use your Platinum Card® for eligible purchases on Disney+, a Disney+ bundle, ESPN streaming services, Hulu, The New York Times, Paramount+, Peacock, The Wall Street Journal, YouTube Premium, and YouTube TV when you purchase directly from one or more of the providers. Enrollment required.
- $600 Hotel Credit: Get up to $300 in statement credits semi-annually on prepaid Fine Hotels + Resorts® or The Hotel Collection* bookings through American Express Travel® using the Platinum Card®. *The Hotel Collection requires a minimum two-night stay.
- $400 Resy Credit + Platinum Nights by Resy: Get up to $100 in statement credits each quarter when you use the Platinum Card® to make eligible purchases with Resy, including dining purchases at U.S. Resy restaurants. Enrollment required. Plus, with Platinum Nights by Resy, you can get special access to reservations on select nights at participating in demand Resy restaurants with the Platinum Card®. Simply add your eligible Card to your Resy profile to book and discover Platinum Nights reservations near you.
- $209 CLEAR+ Credit: CLEAR+ helps get you to your gate faster by using your face to verify you are you at 55+ airports nationwide. You can cover the cost of a CLEAR+ Membership* with up to $209 in statement credits per calendar year after you pay for CLEAR+ with your Platinum Card®. *Excluding any applicable taxes and fees. Subject to auto-renewal.
- $200 Airline Fee Credit: Select one qualifying airline and then receive up to $200 in statement credits per calendar year when incidental fees, such as checked bags and in-flight refreshments, are charged by the airline to the Platinum Card® Account. American Express relies on airlines to submit the correct information on airline transactions to identify incidental fee purchases. If you do not see a credit for a qualifying incidental purchase on your eligible Card after 8 weeks, simply call the number on the back of your Card. Qualifying airlines are subject to change. See terms & conditions for more details.
- Start your vacation sooner, and keep it going longer. When you book Fine Hotels + Resorts® through American Express Travel®, enjoy noon check-in, when available, and guaranteed 4PM check-out.
- $300 lululemon Credit: Enjoy up to $75 in statement credits each quarter when you use the Platinum Card® for eligible purchases at U.S. lululemon retail stores (excluding outlets) and lululemon.com. That's up to $300 in statement credits each calendar year. Enrollment required.
- $155 Walmart+ Credit: Receive a statement credit* for one monthly Walmart+ membership (subject to auto-renewal) after you pay for Walmart+ each month with the Platinum Card®.* Up to $12.95 plus applicable local sales tax. Plus Ups not eligible.
- Whenever you need us, we're here. Our Member Services team will ensure you are taken care of. From lost Card replacement to statement questions, we are available to help 24/7.
- $895 annual fee.
- Terms Apply.
- See Rates & Fees
Balance transfer fee
N/A
Foreign transaction fee
None
Chase U.S. Open benefits
Chase Lounge
The Chase Lounge is located in the Chase Center by the East Gate entrance. You need to make reservations through the Chase Lounge reservation system. Reservations open the day before at 9 am.
At the Chase Lounge, you can enjoy complimentary light refreshments, a U.S. Open hat customization station, a morning grab-and-go coffee bar and live streaming of the tennis matches.
If you aren't able to make a reservation in advance, you'll be able to join a waitlist on-site.
Chase Terrace
If you like the idea of the lounge, but would rather watch the tennis matches in person instead of on a screen, the Chase Terrace may be more up your alley. The Chase Terrace is an exclusive, outdoor lounge located next to the grandstand. It offers shaded seating with food and beverages and elevated viewing of courts 8, 9 and 10.
The Terrace is available to walk-ins, but capacity is limited, so get there early to maximize your chances of attending.
Free cellphone charging
Chase portable chargers are available to rent free of charge at stations across the grounds.
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Best Chase cards for event benefits
All Chase credit cardholders and banking customers have access to Chase Experiences, which unlocks access to exclusive events and experiences. Aside from the U.S. Open, cardholders can also enjoy perks such as ticket presales, preferred seating and access to VIP lounges at select events and venues, including Madison Square Garden, Chase Center and Chase Field. Even better, cardholders can redeem their Ultimate Rewards® points for many of these experiences.
Those with the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) or Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees) get even more event benefits, including access to the Sapphire Dining series.
The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card packs a punch for a $95 annual fee card, offering annual travel credits, comprehensive travel protections and more.
- You can transfer rewards to all of Chase's travel partners including World of Hyatt, Southwest Rapid Rewards and many more
- Long list of travel and shopping protections
- $50 annual Chase Travel hotel credit
- Has an annual fee
- Requires a high credit score
Highlights
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- Earn 75,000 bonus points after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.
- Enjoy benefits such as 5x on travel purchased through Chase TravelSM, 3x on dining, select streaming services and online groceries, 2x on all other travel purchases, 1x on all other purchases
- Earn up to $50 in statement credits each account anniversary year for hotel stays through Chase TravelSM
- 10% anniversary points boost - each account anniversary you'll earn bonus points equal to 10% of your total purchases made the previous year.
- Count on Trip Cancellation/Interruption Insurance, Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver, Lost Luggage Insurance and more.
- Complimentary DashPass which unlocks $0 delivery fees & lower service fees for a min. of one year when you activate by 12/31/27. Plus, a $10 promo each month on non-restaurant orders.
- Member FDIC
Balance transfer fee
Either $5 or 5% of the amount of each transfer, whichever is greater
The Chase Sapphire Reserve® is a standout premium credit card with plenty of luxury perks and statement credits to justify its annual fee.
- Access over 1,300 airport lounges worldwide with a complimentary Priority PassTM Select membership, plus every Chase Sapphire Lounge® by The Club with two guests.
- Up to $300 in annual travel credit each account anniversary year
- You can transfer rewards to all of Chase's travel partners including World of Hyatt, Southwest Rapid Rewards and many more
- Top-tier travel and shopping protections
- High annual fee
- Requires a high credit score
Highlights
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- Earn 150,000 bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.
- Get $3,000 in annual value with Sapphire Reserve.
- Earn 8x points on all purchases through Chase TravelSM, including The EditSM and 4x points on flights and hotels booked direct. Plus, earn 3x points on dining worldwide & 1x points on all other purchases
- $300 annual travel credit as reimbursement for travel purchases charged to your card each account anniversary year.
- Access over 1,300 airport lounges worldwide with a complimentary Priority PassTM Select membership, plus every Chase Sapphire Lounge® by The Club with two guests. Plus, up to $120 towards Global Entry, NEXUS, or TSA PreCheck® every 4 years
- Get up to $150 in statement credits every six months for a maximum of $300 annually for dining at restaurants that are part of Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables.
- Count on Trip Cancellation/Interruption Insurance, Auto Rental Coverage, Lost Luggage Insurance, no foreign transaction fees, and more.
- Get complimentary Apple TV+, the exclusive streaming home of Apple Originals. Plus Apple Music — all the music you love, across all your devices. Subscriptions run through 6/22/27 — a value of $288 annually
- Member FDIC
Balance transfer fee
Either $5 or 5% of the amount of each transfer, whichever is greater
Other cards to consider for entertainment purchases
While many U.S. Open credit card perks are limited to American Express and Chase cardholders, there are other credit cards that can help you save money at the tournament as well.
The Citi Custom Cash® Card is also worth considering since it earns 5% cash back on purchases in your top eligible spend category each billing cycle, up to the first $500 spent (then 1%). One of those categories is live entertainment, which includes sporting event tickets. The card has no annual fee and cardholders also have access to various ticket presales and other perks through Citi Entertainment.
The Citi Custom Cash® Card is an especially simple and rewarding cash back card because you'll automatically earn bonus rewards where you spend the most.
- Offers a long intro APR on balance transfers
- Easy-to-earn welcome bonus
- No annual fee
- Bonus cash back categories are capped
- Charges a foreign transaction fee
Rewards
- Earn 5% cash back on purchases in your top eligible spend category each billing cycle, up to the first $500 spent, 1% cash back thereafter
- Earn unlimited 1% cash back on all other purchases
- Special Travel Offer: Earn an additional 4% cash back on hotels, car rentals, and attractions booked on Citi Travel℠ portal through 6/30/2026
Balance transfer fee
5% of each balance transfer ($5 minimum)
Foreign transaction fee
3%
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