Forget beach days—pickleball seems to be everywhere this summer, and wherever we look, people are trading in their pool essentials for a workout in the sun.
And on days when you feel like sitting down instead of sweating it out, there are pickle events all over the US that you should check out.
You can cheer on pros like Ben Johns, Dekel Bar, Tyson McGuffin and more in the Vulcan Tournament of Champions and the USA Soccer Championship.
Best of all, tickets to all PPA events are available right here, right now.
Some of them are only $25 before fees on Vivid Seats, too.
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PPA Schedule 2023
A full calendar of all upcoming games and venues and links to purchase tickets can be found below.
| Professional Pickleball Association Games |
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| Vulcan Championship of Champions – Wednesday (Men’s and Women’s Singles) Brigham City Pickleball Courts at Reese Pioneer Park in Brigham City, Utah Wednesday, August 16th at 10 a.m |
| Vulcan Tournament of Champions – Thursday (Professional Mixed Doubles) Brigham City Pickleball Courts at Reese Pioneer Park in Brigham City, Utah Thursday, August 17th at 10 a.m |
| Vulcan Champions Tournament – Friday (Men’s and Women’s Professional Doubles) Brigham City Pickleball Courts at Reese Pioneer Park in Brigham City, Utah Friday, August 18th at 10 am |
| Vulcan Championship of Champions – Saturday (Men’s and Women’s Pro Tournament) Brigham City Pickleball Courts at Reese Pioneer Park in Brigham City, Utah Saturday, August 19th at 10 am |
| US National Tennis Championships – Monday Brookhaven Country Club in Farmers Branch, Texas Monday, November 6th at 12 noon |
| US National Tennis Championships – Tuesday Brookhaven Country Club in Farmers Branch, Texas Tuesday, November 7th at TBD |
| US National Tennis Championships – Wednesday Brookhaven Country Club in Farmers Branch, Texas Wednesday, November 8th at TBD |
| US National Tennis Championships – Thursday Brookhaven Country Club in Farmers Branch, Texas Thursday, November 9th at TBD |
| US National Tennis Championships – Friday Brookhaven Country Club in Farmers Branch, Texas Friday, November 10th at TBD |
| US National Tennis Championships – Saturday Brookhaven Country Club in Farmers Branch, Texas Saturday, November 11th at TBD |
| USA National Tennis Championships – Sunday Brookhaven Country Club in Farmers Branch, Texas Sunday, November 12th at TBD |
What is Pickleball?
No wonder pickleball has become so popular with people of all ages. Rowing is perfect for playing in the sun: it’s tennis meets badminton meets table tennis and it’s a great way to socialize and tap into your competitive spirit. Not to mention, it’s relatively easier to pick up and do low-impact cardio than soccer or running.
But don’t be fooled – pickleball is still a great exercise. According to a 2016 study in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 12 middle-aged gamers burned 40% more calories during a 30-minute game of pickleball compared to about 30 minutes of walking.
Owner of the Las Vegas Night Owls, a professional pickleball team, Caitlin Kerr was set to become a professional soccer player before she injured her knee.
“I needed seven surgeries. I haven’t found a sport that doesn’t hurt my knees — even pickleball.”
“You filled a huge void for me. It is a sport that you can constantly learn. The desire to master it keeps people coming back.”
Pickleball for pride
In honor of Pride Month, Puma is hosting a “Pickleball for Pride” event at City Pickle, Wollman Rink in Central Park on Tuesday, June 20.
The event will feature pickleball coaches, racquets, snacks, drinks, and a host of BYOMA beauty products.
Bioma is known for its affordable, easy-to-access skincare products. For the second year in a row, they are partnering with GLSEN for this event, a nonprofit organization that supports LGBTQIA+ youth by creating safe and inclusive school environments. In honor of Pickleball for Pride, BYOMA is donating $20,000 to support the organization’s work.
Huge parties in 2023
If you want to catch a show after the exciting pickleball contest, there’s no shortage of options this summer.
Here are just five rides we can’t wait to get our hands on in the next few months.
Guns not roses
• Alicia Keys
• Weezer
Drake
• Pick with Phoenix
Want to see who else is on the road? Check out our list of the 52 biggest concert tours of 2023 here to find out.
