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US Open Pickleball Championships Guide

Every April, Naples, Florida becomes the center of the pickleball world. The Franklin US Open draws thousands of players from 40 countries and tens of thousands of fans to one sun-soaked week of competition, live music, food trucks, and world-class play. The 2026 edition marks 10 years — and it’s shaping up to be the biggest one yet.

  • Date: April 11–18, 2026
  • Venue: East Naples Community Park, Naples, FL
  • Sanctioning Body: USA Pickleball
  • Prize Money: TBA; awarded across Pro, Champions Pro, Masters Pro
  • Surface: Outdoor hard courts
  • Pro — Singles, Doubles, Mixed (DUPR 4.5+ or Pro)
  • Champions / Masters Pro — Doubles (DUPR 4.5+)
  • Pro Split Age — Mixed (one 49U + one 50+; DUPR 4.0+)
  • Amateur — Age + skill: 19U through 80+
  • Junior — Boys & Girls 18U
  • Wheelchair — Singles, Doubles, Hybrid (para + standing)
  • Women’s Doubles — Anna Leigh Waters & Leigh Waters
  • Men’s Doubles — Jack Munro & Len Yang
  • Women’s Singles — Megan Fudge
  • Men’s Singles — Chris Haworth
  • Mixed Doubles — Jack Munro & Megan Fudge
  • General Admission: Free — open access to all 59 courts
  • Championship Court: Lottery required · walk-up tickets available (+$5)
  • Parking: $10/day or $60/week (cashless)
  • VIP Packages: Limited availability
  • Franklin Sports
  • JOOLA
  • Skechers
  • Wilson
  • Engage Pickleball
  • Zing Zang
  • Pickleball Warehouse
  • USA Pickleball
  • Collier County
Do I need a ticket to attend the US Open?

No ticket is required to enter East Naples Community Park and watch matches on 59 courts. Tickets are only needed for the Zing Zang Championship Court, where top pro finals are held.

What’s the best day to attend as a first-time spectator?
Can I bring food and drinks into the venue?
What should I wear and bring to stay comfortable?

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