Minnesota Pickleball Tournaments and Events for 2026
Looking for pickleball tournaments in Minnesota this summer? Below are some of the bigger 2026 events across the Twin Cities metro and greater Minnesota, including major tournaments, state qualifier events, indoor club tournaments, charity events, and local community competitions.
Dates, locations, divisions, registration links, and DUPR or sanctioning details can change, so always confirm directly with the tournament organizer before registering or making travel plans.
Quick Tournament Resources
Use these sites to confirm registration, brackets, skill levels, DUPR details, and current tournament status.
- PickleballTournaments.com
- Minnesota Pickleball Events
- Summer Slam & Jam
- Cottage Grove Pickleball Tournaments
- Lucky Shots Pickleball Club
Featured 2026 Minnesota Pickleball Tournaments
These are some of the bigger or more notable events on the Minnesota pickleball calendar, including large summer tournaments, state-level events, and destination-style weekends.
CT Pickleball Minnesota Summer Kickoff
- Dates: May 22-25, 2026
- Location: Chip’s Pickleball Club, Eagan
- Why it stands out: One of the biggest early-summer Minnesota events, with pool play, playoff brackets, vendors, food, drinks, and multiple divisions.
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Summer Slam & Jam
- Dates: August 6-9, 2026
- Location: Maple Grove / Pints & Paddle
- Why it stands out: A major Minnesota summer pickleball event with dozens of divisions, festival energy, live music, and a large player field.
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Minnesota State Pickleball Tournament
- Dates: August 27-30, 2026
- Location: Maple Grove
- Why it stands out: The main Minnesota state tournament, with division limits, qualification priority, and open registration spots when available.
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Minnesota Pickleball South Open
- Dates: July 31-August 2, 2026
- Location: Amber Fields, Rosemount
- Why it stands out: A large outdoor tournament with many divisions and state tournament qualification opportunities.
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Powerball Minnesota Amateur Pickleball Championships
- Dates: September 11-13, 2026
- Location: Pure Pickleball Club, Plymouth
- Why it stands out: A late-summer amateur championship event and one of the stronger indoor events to watch after the main summer schedule.
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2026 Minnesota Pickleball Tournament Calendar
Here are 25 upcoming Minnesota and Twin Cities area pickleball tournaments, sorted by date.
| Date | Tournament | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 22-25 | CT Pickleball Minnesota Summer Kickoff | Eagan | Large early-summer event at Chip’s Pickleball Club. |
| May 29-31 | Minnesota Pickleball Season Opener | Apple Valley | State tournament pathway event. |
| May 30-31 | Round Robin Challenge Series #19 | Shakopee | Round-robin event at DropShot. |
| May 30-31 | May Mayhem at Life Time Bloomington North | Bloomington | Indoor Life Time tournament. |
| May 30 | May Masters of Pickleball | Woodbury | One-day east metro tournament. |
| June 13-14 | Life Time Edina 2026 Summer Classic | Edina | Indoor tournament at Life Time Edina / Southdale area. |
| June 20-21 | Minnesota Pickleball West Open | Crystal | West metro state qualifier-style event. |
| June 25-28 | Independence Invitational | Maple Grove | Multi-day summer tournament. |
| June 26-28 | Alexandria MN Summer Paddle Battle | Alexandria | Greater-Minnesota summer tournament. |
| July 10-12 | Minnesota Pickleball South Metro Open | Bloomington | South metro event with state pathway interest. |
| July 10-12 | Life Time Fridley Summer Classic | Fridley | Indoor Life Time tournament. |
| July 11-12 | Lucky Shots Summer Classic 2026 | Minneapolis | Indoor summer classic at Lucky Shots. |
| July 17 | Minnesota Pickleball North Men’s/Women’s Open | Maple Grove | Men’s and women’s doubles event. |
| July 17-18 | Life Time Champlin Summer Classic | Champlin | North metro Life Time tournament. |
| July 17-19 | 2026 Sunshine Open | Mankato | Regional summer pickleball tournament. |
| July 18-19 | Minnesota Pickleball Mixed Open | Fridley | Mixed doubles tournament. |
| July 18-19 | The Minnesota Open @ MEGA Pickleball | West Metro | Amateur tournament listing. |
| July 24-26 | Summer Challenge @ Pure Pickleball Club | Plymouth | Indoor club tournament at Pure Pickleball. |
| July 31-August 2 | Minnesota Pickleball South Open | Rosemount | Large outdoor tournament at Amber Fields. |
| August 1-2 | NP Minneapolis Classic Powered by Onix | Minneapolis | Metro tournament event. |
| August 6-9 | Summer Slam & Jam 2026 | Maple Grove | Major festival-style pickleball tournament. |
| August 7-8 | Minnesota Pickleball South Men’s/Women’s Open | Victoria | Men’s and women’s doubles event. |
| August 22 | Cottage Grove Summer Scorcher | Cottage Grove | One-day city-hosted outdoor tournament. |
| August 27-30 | Minnesota State Pickleball Tournament | Maple Grove | Main Minnesota state tournament. |
| August 29-30 | Minnesota Majors Q3 | Shakopee | Late-summer Minnesota Pickleball Association major. |
| September 11-13 | Powerball Minnesota Amateur Pickleball Championships | Plymouth | Amateur championship event at Pure Pickleball Club. |
Note: Tournament details can change quickly. Always check the official event listing for current dates, registration deadlines, skill divisions, age brackets, refund policies, and DUPR or sanctioning requirements.
How to Find More Minnesota Pickleball Tournaments
Not every pickleball event makes it onto one central calendar. Larger tournaments are usually listed on PickleballTournaments.com, while smaller club events, round robins, charity tournaments, and last-minute openings often show up through local clubs, Facebook groups, and city recreation pages.
Good Places to Check
- PickleballTournaments.com: Best for larger events, registration, brackets, player lists, and division details.
- Minnesota Pickleball: Good local source for Minnesota Pickleball Association events and round robin series.
- Local indoor clubs: Watch Lucky Shots, Chip’s Pickleball Club, DropShot, Pints & Paddle, and Pure Pickleball.
- City recreation pages: Cottage Grove, Bloomington, Maple Grove, Apple Valley, Woodbury, and other metro cities often post local tournaments.
- Facebook groups: Smaller events and partner requests often show up first in local Minnesota pickleball groups.
What to Check Before Signing Up
Before you register, make sure the event fits how you actually want to play. Some tournaments are relaxed and social, while others are competitive, DUPR-rated, or tied to state tournament qualification.
- Skill level: Confirm your division before signing up.
- Age division: Some events separate players by age and skill.
- Partner requirements: Check whether you need a partner before registering.
- Guaranteed games: Look for minimum game counts, especially for paid tournaments.
- Format: Round robin, pool play, brackets, or a combination.
- DUPR rating impact: Some events affect ratings, while others are more casual.
- Indoor or outdoor play: Weather can matter for summer tournaments.
- Refund policy: Review cancellations, rain delays, and injury-related policies.
Have a Minnesota Pickleball Tournament to Add?
If you know about an upcoming pickleball tournament in the Twin Cities or anywhere in Minnesota, send the event name, date, location, registration link, and basic details so we can consider adding it to this list.