Roger Federer to Play in On-Court Celebration with Hall of Famers During Class of 2026 Induction Weekend

NEWPORT, R.I. – The International Tennis Hall of Fame has unveiled the schedule for its 2026 Induction Celebration, set to take place in Newport, R.I., from August 27-29, 2026. This year, tennis legend Roger Federer will be inducted in the Player Category, alongside esteemed broadcaster Mary Carillo in the Contributor Category. Tickets for individual events and full-weekend packages are slated to become available starting February 11 at 10 a.m. EST.

The celebration, which was reimagined in 2025, will once again offer three days of captivating programming in Newport. A highlight will be the return of the Hall of Fame Celebrity Pro Classic on Friday, August 28, where Roger Federer is expected to play in a doubles exhibition alongside other tennis icons. The event also introduces new features, including a Red Carpet Pre-Show and a Watch Party for fans leading up to the main Induction Ceremony.

Attendees will have a unique chance to witness Federer play on a surface reminiscent of where he achieved many of his career triumphs, with tickets beginning at $90. Further details regarding participants in the Celebrity Pro Classic will be revealed in the upcoming months.

Markedly, 2026 introduces an exclusive Red Carpet Pre-Show, offering fans the opportunity to see Federer, Carillo, and other Hall of Famers make special appearances before the Induction Ceremony. Tickets for this pre-show also grant access to the Induction Watch Party, where fans can collectively experience the ceremony on a large screen at the Hall of Fame’s stadium court.

Beyond the main events, the three-day celebration in Newport will feature returning favorites such as "Courting Fashion," an elegant cocktail evening at the historic Marble House mansion, and the "Fit for Fame Blazer Presentation" dinner. The "Fame Fest" will transform the Hall of Fame grounds into an interactive hub with tennis activities, live podcast sessions, food trucks, and more. The festivities will commence with "The Tennis Wave," a pop-up tennis court at Bowen’s Wharf, featuring appearances by Hall of Famers.

Individual tickets for specific events, including the Red Carpet Pre-Show and Watch Party, the Hall of Fame Celebrity Pro Classic, and Courting Fashion, will be available starting Wednesday, February 11, at 10 a.m. EST. For those seeking a comprehensive experience, various ticket packages are offered, ranging from general weekend access and the Induction Ceremony in Horseshoe Court, to VIP privileges, premium seating, and a three-night stay at a luxury Newport hotel. Complete details, including the full schedule and pricing for both individual tickets and packages, are available on the International Tennis Hall of Fame's official website.