The Association of Pickleball Players (APP) has announced its 2026 event schedule, the organization’s eighth full season of elite pickleball competition. The calendar features 13 nationally televised APP Tour events, additional APP Next tournaments, an expanded APP Selkirk Collegiate Series, Showcase Events, and international competition.

“Another exciting chapter of momentum and growth is upon us, as we launch season eight of the APP,” said APP Founder Ken Herrmann. “Our event portfolio has expanded far beyond just APP Tour events, and we truly have something for everyone. We stay committed to being a resource for pickleball players worldwide, and giving our pro players a global stage to shine.”

APP Tour 2026 The 2026 APP Tour includes 12 stops across the United States, each with national broadcast coverage on CBS Sports and ESPN, alongside extensive livestreaming. Competition remains open to amateurs of all ages and skill levels, as well as professional divisions, including the AARP Champions (50+) and AARP Masters (60+) categories.

The schedule:

Feb. 18-22 – Daytona Beach Open (Holly Hill, FL) Mar. 25-29 – Fort Lauderdale Open (Fort Lauderdale, FL) Apr. 29-May 3 – Sacramento Open (Roseville, CA) May 13-17 – Southern California Open (Newport Beach, CA) May 27-31 – Virginia Beach Open (Virginia Beach, VA) June 10-14 – Vlasic Classic – Cincinnati (Cincinnati, OH) July 22-26 – Chicago Open (Highland Park, IL) Aug. 19-23 – Detroit Open (Novi, MI) Sep. 16-20 – Overland Pa... FULL ARTICLE FOUND ON: https://www.thedinkpickleball.com/app-announces-full-2026-tour-schedule-featuring-13-nationally-televised-events-and-expanded-circuits/