The APP Fort Lauderdale Open runs March 25–29, 2026 at The Fort in Snyder Park. It’s the first Major of the APP season, with enhanced prize money for pros and Golden Ticket stakes for amateurs.
Basics
The Fort is the APP’s global headquarters. The venue features 43 courts, the world’s first dedicated pickleball stadium, and a lakeside setting minutes from the beach.
- When: March 25–29, 2026
- Where: The Fort, 891 SW 34th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
- Sanctioning: USA Pickleball
- Status: Major / Golden Ticket
- Prize Money: TBA
- Surface: Outdoor hard courts
- Tickets: theapp.global
Divisions
- Pro — Singles, Doubles, Mixed Doubles
- AARP Champions Pro (50+) — Singles, Doubles, Mixed
- AARP Masters Pro (60+) — Singles, Doubles, Mixed
- Amateur — Age and skill brackets (19+ through 70+)
- Junior — 18U Boys and Girls
Results
2025 Gold Medalists
| Division | Champion(s) |
|---|---|
| Men’s Pro Singles | Will Howells |
| Women’s Pro Singles | Pei Chuan Kao |
| Men’s Pro Doubles | Will Howells & Jack Munro |
| Women’s Pro Doubles | Emily Cederquist & Yana Newell |
| Mixed Pro Doubles | Will Howells & Bobbi Oshiro |
Full brackets: 2025 Results
Tickets
- Day passes: theapp.global/tickets
- Multi-day passes: Available through APP Tour site
- Parking: On-site at Snyder Park
Watch
- CBS Sports Network — general broadcast
- ESPN+ — live streaming
Travel
Nearby Airports:
- Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL): 5 min drive
- Miami International (MIA): 35 min drive
Hotels
| Hotel | Distance | Vibe |
|---|---|---|
| Dalmar FTL | 15 min | Boutique |
| W Fort Laud. | 20 min | Beachfront |
| Hyatt Centric | 15 min | Trendy |
| Hilton Marina | 15 min | Waterfront |
Sponsors
- Humana
- AARP
- Selkirk
- JOOLA
- USA Pickleball
- Shriners Children’s
- GEICO
FAQs
How many courts does The Fort have?
The Fort has 43 professional pickleball courts, including 14 weatherproof covered courts and the world’s first dedicated pickleball stadium for Championship Court matches.
Is the tournament held indoors or outdoors?
Matches are played outdoors on hard courts, though 14 covered courts keep play running if weather turns. Championship Court is in the stadium.
Can amateurs play in the Fort Lauderdale Open?
Yes. The APP Tour is unique in that it runs amateur brackets alongside pro divisions. Amateurs register through the APP site and compete by age and skill level.
Is the APP Fort Lauderdale Open a Golden Ticket event?
Yes. Gold medal winners in eligible amateur divisions earn a Golden Ticket, giving them priority pre-registration for the USA Pickleball National Championships later that year.
