Wimbledon's The Hill in New York brings free tennis watch parties and Rita Ora to NYC next month

The strawberries, scones and serve-and-volley drama of Wimbledon are crossing the pond again this July, and this time, they’re bringing Rita Ora.

Wimbledon’s The Hill in New York is back for its fourth year, transforming Brooklyn Bridge Park into a free, weekend-long tennis garden party with a distinctly British flair—and some serious star wattage. The celebration kicks off Friday, July 11, with a sunset concert by UK pop powerhouse Rita Ora, presented by American Express. Just 5,000 lucky fans will score free tickets via online ballot, and doors open at 6 p.m. sharp.

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Ora, who’s no stranger to Centre Court herself, will headline the waterfront stage with songs from her latest album You & I, including summer-ready banger "Ask & You Shall Receive" and her U.S. dance radio chart-topper "Praising You." “Get ready for some heat,” Ora teased of the one-night-only show.

But the real main event begins the next morning, as the park morphs into New York’s own version of Wimbledon’s iconic Henman Hill (a.k.a. “The Hill”)—complete with florals, white picket fences and plenty of fish and chips. Gates open at 7 a.m. on Saturday, July 12, and Sunday, July 13, with live broadcasts of the doubles and singles finals starting at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m., respectively. After the matches, stay for “sunset screenings” of classic Wimbledon showdowns.

Presented by the All England Lawn Tennis Club, the weekend experience offers New Yorkers a chance to get a taste of the Championships without the airfare to SW19. Expect quintessential British fare, oversized screens with skyline views and all the grass-court intensity you can handle.

Admission is free, but you’ll need to enter the official ballot by July 1 to snag tickets. Winners will be notified on July 8, and a limited number of walk-up spots will be available on the day.

Whether you’re in it for the tennis or the tunes, this is one summer weekend that promises to bring the Wimbledon magic courtside to the East River.