CityPicklePalooza: Pickleball in the Square 2025

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For the third year in a row, CityPickle is collaborating with Union Square Partnership as part of its free summer programming series to bring pickleball – the fastest growing sport in America – back to Union Square.

The one-day only event will feature two first-class professional courts in the North Plaza of Union Square Park. All New Yorkers and visitors are invited to dive into the fun, popular sport in the middle of one of NYC’s most iconic gathering spots. From pro-led clinics and skills challenges to family-friendly programming and a lively social mixer, the event offers something for everyone – whether you’re a seasoned player, curious newcomer, or just looking for a good time.

The day’s free programming includes:

• MLP Beat the Pros Challenge Presented by DoorDash – Take your chance in a game with a top Major League Pickleball player
• Franklin’s Instructional Pro-Led Clinic
• Nonprofit Clinics with Health Advocates for Older People
• Kids Clinic for children ages 9 to 12
• Open Play court time for players of all levels
• Games, giveaways, samplings, and surprises
• “Down to Flirt” Social Mixer, presented by N!CK’s

Off-court, guests can explore pop-ups, sampling stations, and surprises from partner brands including N!CK’S, RYZE, DoorDash, Playkout, Juice Plus, Electrolit, Dig Inn, Franklin, and more.

Schedule:
9:00 AM RYZE & Shine Intermediate Open Play RYZE & Shine Beginner+ Open Play
10:00 AM Kids Clinic Advanced Open Play
11:00 AM Nonprofit Health Advocates Nonprofit Health Advocates
12:00 PM Advanced Open Play MLP Beat the Pros Presented by DoorDash
1:00 PM Intermediate Open Play MLP Beat the Pros Presented by DoorDash
2:00 PM Beginner+ Open Play Advanced Open Play
3:00 PM Intermediate Open Play Franklin Pro Hour Clinic
4:00PM N!CK’S Social Mixer N!CK’S Social Mixer
5:00PM N!CK’S Social Mixer N!CK’S Social Mixer

CityPicklePalooza kicks off the excitement for Major League Pickleball’s Tournament Finals, which run August 22–24 at CityPickle at Wollman Rink in Central Park.

RSVP Below! Opens Thursday, August 14 at noon