Schedule of events for 2026 Pickleball World Championships in Dallas

By The Kitchen Team | Oct 28, 2026

The biggest pickleball event of the year gets started later this week in the Dallas suburb of Farmers Branch, Texas.

The Pickleball World Championships will take over Brookhaven Country Club for the fourth straight year, bringing thousands of players, fans, influencers and brands together for 10 days of pickleball, concerts, clinics and other events.

The event has become known for its “Pickleball Boulevard” that features dozens of vendors, pop-up courts in the street and a stage for live entertainment. It’s the world’s largest pickleball festival each year, offering elite competition and nonstop entertainment throughout the week.

Below you’ll find the schedule of events for each day of the Pickleball World Championships, which can also be viewed here.

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Friday, Oct. 30

All day — MLP Nations Cup: A new Major League Pickleball event called the Nations Cup get started with pool play throughout the day. The event features eight international teams — Team USA, Canada, Latin America, Australia, Asia International, Asia Domestic, Europe West and Europe East — and many of the biggest MLP stars.

Saturday, Oct. 31

All day — MLP Nations Cup: Celebrate Halloween with more Nations Cup pool play action. You can count on fans and vendors to be decked out in their best costumes.

Sunday, Nov. 1

All day — MLP Nations Cup: The top teams will compete in a single-elimination bracket to crown a champion.

3 p.m. — Pickleball Boulevard opens and hosts Community Day powered by Farmers Branch.

3:30-5:30 p.m. — Live music: Electric Campfire Band

Monday, Nov. 2

All day — PPA Tour Pickleball World Championships: Pro qualifying rounds in each division (gender doubles, mixed doubles and singles). The top teams and players will advance to the Main Draw.

10 a.m.-noon — King of the Court: A competitive King of the Court format designed for 3.0-3.5 level players. Players will rotate through competitive matchups, with the goal of staying on the winning court and earning the King of the Court title.

Noon-2 p.m. — King of the Court: A competitive King of the Court experience for 4.0-4.5 players, featuring fast-paced rotating matchups and a dedicated challenge court for players looking for competitive play

2-4 p.m. — Live music: Dave Semans.

2:30-4:30 p.m. — Game Maker oldies but goodies: A fun and competitive round-robin event designed specifically for players 50 and older. Players will enjoy multiple games in a social tournament-style format.

5-7 p.m. — Clinic: Pro player Catherine Parenteau.

Tuesday, Nov. 3

All day — PPA Tour Pickleball World Championships: Round of 64 matches.

9 a.m.-noon — PPA camp.

2:30 p.m. — Veterans Play with the Pro: A fun competitive matchup featuring Police vs. Fire in a round-robin-style pickleball competition. Come cheer on the teams and enjoy a unique community-focused pickleball event.

4-6 p.m. — Live music: Country2K

5:30-7 p.m. — Challenge the Pro

Wednesday, Nov. 4

All day — PPA Tour Pickleball World Championships: Round of 64 matches.

9 a.m.-noon — PPA camp.

10 a.m.-noon — Live music: Dave Semans.

Noon-1 p.m. — Play with the Pro 3.0-3.5: An opportunity for 3.0-3.5 players to get on court and play alongside a PPA professional. Participants can experience professional-level instruction and gameplay while learning directly from a pro.

2:30-3:30 p.m. — Meet the Pro: An interactive opportunity for fans and players to meet a PPA professional, connect with the player and experience a more personal interaction with the tour.

4-5 p.m. — Play with the Pro 4.0-4.5+: A premium on-court experience for 4.0-4.5 players. Participants will have the opportunity to play alongside a PPA professional and gain insight directly from the pro.

4-6 p.m. — Live music: The Jukebox Heroes.

5-6 p.m. — Junior PPA Youth Clinic.

6-7:30 p.m. — Vita Pop Clinic.

Thursday, Nov. 5

All day — PPA Tour Pickleball World Championships: Round of 16.

10-11:30 a.m. — Pickle Cup Pong: A fun, social pickleball competition inspired by the classic game of cup pong. Players will compete in a lighthearted format combining pickleball skills with a fun, interactive challenge.

10-11 a.m. — JOOLA x TOGETHXR Morning Movement: Strengthen, stretch, and recharge! Join us for the JOOLA x TOGETHXR Morning Movement, a fun, energizing Pilates session right on the Pickleball Boulevard Stage! Whether you’re a Pilates pro or trying it for the first time, this is your chance to build strength, improve flexibility, and enjoy some feel-good movement alongside the pickleball community. FREE to attend with a valid Grounds, Courtside, or VIP ticket. Space is limited, so be sure to register and secure your spot!

Noon-1:30 p.m. — King of the Court: A competitive King of the Court experience for 3.0-3.5 players. Players will rotate through matchups as they compete to stay on the winning court.

2-3:30 p.m. — King of the Court: A competitive King of the Court experience for 4.0-4.5 players. Players will rotate through matchups as they compete to stay on the winning court.

2-3 p.m. — JOOLA x TOGETHXR Midday Movement: Strengthen, stretch, and recharge! Join us for the JOOLA x TOGETHXR Midday Movement, a fun, energizing Pilates session right on the Pickleball Boulevard Stage! Whether you’re a Pilates pro or trying it for the first time, this is your chance to build strength, improve flexibility, and enjoy some feel-good movement alongside the pickleball community. FREE to attend with a valid Grounds, Courtside, or VIP ticket. Space is limited, so be sure to register and secure your spot!

4-6 p.m. — JOOLA Queen’s Court/DJ: Level 4.0-4.5.

4-6 p.m. — Live music: The Burning Sky Band.

6-8 p.m. — Connor Garnett Skills Lab: In this 2-hour clinic with Connor Garnett, you’ll get behind-the-scenes access to the strategies pros use to win, broken down in a simple, fun and highly actionable way. Sharpen your skills, understand the why behind each shot and leave playing smarter pickleball immediately.

7 p.m. — Celebrity Pickleball Showdown: Actor and entrepreneur Mark Wahlberg headlines the MUNICIPAL Celebrity Pickleball Showdown, a marquee night of celebrities and sports personalities taking the court alongside the Carvana PPA Tour’s top pros on Powerball Championship Court at Brookhaven Country Club. The exhibition will be broadcast live on Tennis Channel.

Friday, Nov. 6

All day — PPA Tour Pickleball World Championships: Quarterfinals.

8-11 a.m. — Amateur Warmup

11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. — King of the Court 3.0-3.5: A competitive King of the Court event for 3.0-3.5 players. Players will rotate through matchups and compete to remain on the winning court.

12:30-2:30 p.m. — King of the Court 4.0-4.5: A competitive King of the Court event for 4.0-4.5 players. Players will rotate through matchups and compete to remain on the winning court.

2:30-4:30 p.m. — Wooden paddle tournament: A unique pickleball tournament where players compete using wooden paddles. This event offers a fun throwback twist on traditional pickleball and creates a different style of play than a standard tournament.

6-8 p.m. — Holbrook After Party: A fun, cowboy-themed round robin for 3.5-level players. Expect competitive pickleball, themed entertainment and a lively atmosphere.

6:30-8 p.m. — Live music: Clayton Mullen.

Saturday, Nov. 7

All day — PPA Tour Pickleball World Championships: Semifinals

8-11 a.m. — Amateur Warmup

11-11:30 a.m. — Kids Intro to Pickleball Class: A beginner-friendly introduction to pickleball designed specifically for kids. Participants will learn the basics of the sport in a fun and welcoming environment.

Noon-12:30 p.m. — Meet the Pro: A fun opportunity for fans and players to meet a PPA professional, interact with the player and learn more about life on the professional pickleball tour.

Noon-2 p.m. — Live Music: DJ Honey T

1:30-2:30 p.m. — Play with the Pro: A unique opportunity for 3.0-level players to get on court and play alongside a PPA professional while receiving tips and insight from the pro.

4-5:30 p.m. — King of the Court 4.0+: A competitive King of the Court experience for 4.0+ players. Participants will rotate through competitive matchups and battle to remain on the winning court.

4-6 p.m. — Waterloo: A celebration of ABBA

6-8 p.m. — Parent and child mini tournament: A family-focused pickleball experience designed for parents and children to compete together. Teams will participate in a fun round-robin format focused on competition, teamwork and family fun.

Sunday, Nov. 8

All day — PPA Tour Pickleball World Championships: Finals

8-10 a.m. — Amateur Warmup

10:30 a.m. — Championship Sunday Watch Party

Find more information and sign up for events here.

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