Celebrate Dad the best way we know how — on the court! Sign up and play with your dad this Father's Day and you'll score an exclusive deal just for showing up.

Choose your reward when you check in:

• 🍺 Buy one drink, get one free

• 🎟️ A coupon for a free open play session

How it works: Sign up for open play, bring your dad, then check in at the bar to pick your offer. It's that easy.

Don't miss this chance to make some memories with Dad — we'll handle the fun, you just show up!

Join us for a fun day of pickleball, food and friends to celebrate the life of Jack Madison. Proceeds will benefit Buddy Up for Life, the non-profit Jack loved, which is dedicated to helping build fitness and life skills for those individuals living with Down Syndrome.

Tournament format is double-elimination and play will begin at 9am at Pickle & Chill at 880 West Henderson Road in Columbus. Divisions include:

• 3.0 and below

• 3.0-3.5

• 3.5-4.0

• 4.0 and above

All rounds are COED (any configuration of gender). Matches will be played on our 12 inside and 10 outdoor courts.

Following the tournament, a social event will begin at 11am with music spun by Matt Ryan Mobile DJ Entertainment and delicious eats from Gordon’s Gourmet Food Truck. Tournament ticket price includes the social event. If you would like to attend the social event only - please visit www.buddyupforlife.com to register. 

About Jack

A native of Bexley and graduate of Columbus Academy, Jack was a competitive tennis player and lover of pickleball who passed away unexpectedly at the age of 20 in January 2023. Through the Jack Madison Memorial Open, we honor his memory and continue his legacy of service, kindness, and generosity. Join us as we keep Jack's memory alive and make a difference in the lives of others through the power of sport and community.

JUNE 14th | 12-2PM | SIGN UP HERE

🎉 It's the most Columbus day of the year, and we're celebrating the only way we know how — with pickleball!

Join us for a special 614 Day mixed-level open play. Whether you're just learning to dink or you've been dominating the kitchen for years, all skill levels are welcome on the court. Come out, mix it up, meet your neighbors, and rally your way through the afternoon with fellow Columbus pickleball lovers.

Six. One. Four.. Let's play.

P&C is throwing the ultimate Pride Party, and we want YOU there in full color. 

Here's what's on:

• 🏓 Open courts — Open play on courts

• 🌈 Best dressed prize — come in your most fabulous Pride outfit, and you could walk away a winner

• 🍹 Drink specials — pride-themed cocktails and mocktails to keep the good times rolling

• 🎵 Vibes on point — music pumping, decorations popping, energy through the roof

Celebrate the eve of MLP Columbus with an exclusive Columbus Sliders social event featuring autographs, sliders, and a special Q&A with a local pro.

5:00–5:30 PM — Meet & Greet

Get face-to-face with your favorite Sliders players! Hang out, snap a photo, grab an autograph, and connect with the Columbus pickleball community while enjoying lite bites and drinks.

5:30–6:00 PM — Q&A with Zoey Weil

Don't miss a moderated Q&A with Columbus native and Florida Smash pro Zoey Weil! Get the inside scoop on pro pickleball life, the upcoming MLP tournament, and more.

$20 entry includes Columbus Sliders meet & greet, team autographs, and lite bites. A great opportunity to connect with players and fans before the tournament tips off Thursday.

Make sure to submit your questions before the event with the link below! Live Q&A will be limited; please submit your questions before the event. The form will close 48 hours before the event.

Sliders Social Q&A Question Form – Fill out form

Sliders Watch & Play – Friday, May 22 | 3:00–5:00 PM

Join us for an afternoon of pickleball, food, drinks, and fun as we cheer on the Columbus Sliders during their match against the Orlando Squeeze at MLP Dallas day 1.

Watch the match live in the lounge on the big screen TV!

• $5 Open Play + Pizza & Drink Specials

It’s the perfect way to support the Sliders at MLP Dallas, hang with the club community, and get hyped for an epic matchup.

• Columbus Sliders Roster: Andrei Daescu, Parris Todd, CJ Klinger, Danni-Elle Townsend, Alex Crum, Alix Truong

• Oralndo Squeeze Roster: Federico Staksrud, Lacy Schneemann, Jack Sock, Milan Rane, Yates Johnson, Alex Walker

Don’t miss it — let’s bring the energy and show up for our squad!

Kick off summer with an unforgettable night of pickleball, music, food, and prizes at our Summer Kickoff Party — the official warm‑up to MLP Columbus!

Enjoy full indoor and outdoor open play, thoughtfully segmented by skill level so everyone gets great games all night long.

• 🎟️ Giveaways featuring: MLP Columbus Tickets & Exclusive Sliders Meet & Greet at MLP Columbus

• 🍔 Yummy food from Grateful Griddle Food Truck

• 🎁 Special prizes and surprises you won’t want to miss

• 🍻Drink specials

• 🎶 Live music

Whether you’re here to play, hang out, or get hyped for MLP, this is the perfect way to start the summer. Bring your friends, enjoy the vibe, and be part of the countdown to one of the biggest pickleball events of the year.

🌸 SUPER SAVER SATURDAY — MOTHER'S DAY EDITION

Saturday, May 9 | 6:00-9:00 PM | SIGN UP HERE

Join our Super Saver Saturday night open play, only $5 for Moms! It will also include a special complimentary drink for all moms in the program. Come spend your Saturday with us and bring your mom!

🩺 Nurse Appreciation Day

Wednesday, May 6 | 3-5 PM | SIGN UP HERE

Healthcare professionals keep our communities moving, and we wanted to give nurses a day of play on us! In honor of Nurse Appreciation Day, we’re offering FREE Open Play to nurses all from 3-5PM.

🎉 Can’t make it? text a picture of your badge to 833-360-7115 to receive a free open play code.
🎉 Valid for free open play for the next week

🍎 Teacher Appreciation Open Play | SIGN UP HERE

Tuesday, May 5 | 4:00–6:00 PM

Teachers give so much both in and out of the classroom—and this event is just for you! Join us for a special Teacher Appreciation Open Play designed to say thank you with great games and great vibes.

✅ Complimentary Teacher Open Play. Can’t make it? Send us a picture of your badge and we will send a complimentary open play code to use for any day of the next week!
✅ Social open play format
✅ A fun, supportive environment for all skill levels

This event is open to all educators looking to unwind, connect, and enjoy some well‑deserved court time. Spots are limited, so be sure to sign up early and treat yourself to a little post‑school fun.

Okara, Açaí Bowl, Pop-up Event

Apr 13 

Written By Emily King

Join us for an Okara, Açaí Bowl Cart, Pop-Up at Pickle & Chill! Friday, May 1st | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Okara is a Columbus-based mobile cart serving fresh açaí bowls at events across the city. Founded by Thiago — a Brazilian immigrant who built something delicious from scratch — Okara is all about food that fuels real life. Honest ingredients, bold flavor, and a story worth knowing. The cart will be set up and ready to serve. Swing by, show some love to a local small business, and grab a bowl while they last!

During the pop-up, we will have 2 open plays:

Advanced Beginner 2.5-3.0 Open Play | 10 AM-12 PM | REGISTER HERE

Intermediate 3.0-3.5 Open Play | 12 PM-3 PM | REGISTER HERE

Pickleball & Bingo Night at Pickle & Chill

We’re bringing it back to old-school Bingo with a pickleball twist! Play traditional Bingo rounds for prizes, then jump on the courts for open play between games. Not a pickleball player?

No problem — Bingo-only spots are available so you can just play and win.

Pricing

Member Bingo+Pickleball | $15.00

Non-member Bingo+Pickleball | $20.00

Member/Non-Member Bingo Only | $5.00