Level up your MLP experience in the VIP Lounge, where you can enjoy the highest-profile matches on championship court in comfort and style. Included in your ticket purchase is access for one person to the VIP Lounge. Two (2) drink tickets, elevated food and drink offerings, and prime seats all included. Enjoy expedited entry with a separate check-in for a seamless, premium experience. Seating is not guaranteed and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
MLP Dallas tournament
Join us Memorial Day weekend for MLP’s 2026 regular season opener at Pickler Universe in Dallas, Texas!
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Dallas
Get ready to kick off a brand-new season of Major League Pickleball as the Dallas Flash host the world’s top professional coed pickleball teams for the regular season opener over Memorial Day weekend, May 22-25 at Pickler Universe!
Ticket Types
COURTSIDE PASS
One courtside ticket to the venue and first come, first serve for the bleachers on Championship Court. Includes access to watch the action on all four MLP match courts, concessions, bar, DJ, sponsor tents, and more. The four-day pass allows ticket holders to see the incredible MLP action of both the Challenger and Premier teams. Doors open one hour before the first scheduled matches.
**Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. A ticket grants entry but does not guarantee a seat. Saving seats is not permitted.**
VIP PASS
Reserved VIP
Experience Major League Pickleball like never before with our Reserved Courtside VIP Pass—your front-row ticket to the action, all inside a fully air-conditioned venue.
Your VIP Experience Includes:
- Reserved Courtside Seating – Access to a guaranteed seat in the VIP section on Championship Court (first-come, first-served; no assigned seats)
- VIP Hospitality – Enjoy a VIP buffet plus three complimentary drink tickets
- All-Access Entry – Watch matches across every court in the venue
- Exclusive Fan Moments – Get up close with player walkouts
- Entertainment & Activations – Live music, giveaways, and interactive fan zones
- Food by Chef Kent Rathbun – Additional food options available for purchase
Limited VIP seats available—secure yours early.
SIGN UP TO PLAY ALONGSIDE MAJOR LEAGUE PICKLEBALL!
Major League Pickleball and Minor League Pickleball (MiLP) are bringing a series of Regional Showdowns – amateur pickleball competitions that will run alongside select Major League Pickleball season events. These events will give amateur athletes the opportunity to compete in a four-player, coed team format (two women and two men) and a three-player, gendered team format (MiLP v3), following official MiLP team rules.
How it Works:
- Open to all ages and skill levels – players are placed into divisions based on their DUPR rating
- Teams may compete independently or under an affiliated MLP Minor League team umbrella
- Division winners earn a “Dream Ticket” an automatic qualification to the MiLP Championships in early 2027
- Every match contributes toward the MiLP National Leaderboard for season-long competition and ranking
- As marquee events, all players will earn double the point system, based on their team’s event placement
How To Watch
All matches available on Pickleballtv and the Pickleballtv App – Additional broadcast details are TBA.
Be Part of the Action — Volunteer with Us!
We are thrilled to have you join us as a volunteer for MLP Dallas, and we want to express our deepest appreciation for your support. Our tournament would not be able to run smoothly without dedicated individuals like you! We hope you have an enjoyable and rewarding experience during the event.
Perks for Volunteers Include:
- An MLP Volunteer T-shirt
- Lunch, waters and snacks on the day of your shift
- A courtside wristband on the day of your shift
DALLAS - TRAVEL
Please find the Courtesy Hotel Block information for MLP Dallas below. The last day to book is Tuesday, April 21, 2026.
Hilton Garden Inn Dallas Lewisville
785 SH 121
Lewisville, TX 75067
MLP Dallas Event Venue
Pickler Universe
2800 N Interstate 35E
Carrollton, TX 75006
FAQs
WHICH MLP TEAMS ARE PLAYING AT THIS EVENT?
Group A:
Columbus Sliders, Dallas Flash, New Jersey 5s, Orlando Squeeze, and Phoenix Flames
Group B:
Bay Area Breakers, Carolina Hogs, St. Louis Shock, Los Angeles Mad Drops, Texas Ranchers, and Utah Black Diamonds
HOW DOES THE EVENT FORMAT WORK?
On Day 1-3, teams will play every team in their group. Group standings are determined by group play match results.
On Day 4, the same seeded team in each group will play each other (i.e.: Group A #1 vs. Group B #1, etc.), with event standings points on the line, based on Sunday match results. Event standings points are based on Day 4’s head-to-head results. #5 and #6 seeds will not play on Day 4.
Teams will walk away with anywhere from 1-25 standings points depending on how they finish:
- 1st – 25 pts
- 2nd – 18 pts
- 3rd – 15 pts
- 4th – 12 pts
- 5th – 10 pts
- 6th – 8 pts
- 7th – 6 pts
- 8th – 4 pts
- Teams finishing 5th in pool play: 1
- Teams finishing 6th in pool play: 0
CAN I VOLUNTEER?
Yes! Our tournament wouldn’t run smoothly without dedicated individuals like you! We hope you have an enjoyable and rewarding experience during the event.
We’d love to have you join our team on-site. For volunteer information, please visit this page to learn more.
As a thank you, volunteers will receive:
- An MLP Volunteer T-shirt
- Lunch, water, and snacks on the day of your shift
- A courtside wristband on the day of your shift
Learn more and sign up to volunteer for MLP Dallas here.
WHAT TIME DO THE DOORS OPEN EVERY DAY?
Doors will open 1 hour before matches start every day.
WHAT IS THE PARKING SITUATION AT THE VENUE?
Parking for MLP Dallas: $20 for General Admission Parking; $50 for VIP Parking at Pickler Universe – Carrollton. Cash and card payment will be accepted on-site. You can pre-purchase your parking pass here.
ARE THERE RESTRICTIONS ON WHAT I CAN BRING INSIDE THE VENUE?
Please do not bring outside food or drink. There will be a variety of concession food and beverage options for purchase.
WHERE WILL MATCHES BE LIVE STREAMED?
All Championship Court matches will be livestreamed on Pickleballtv, with Grandstand Court matches available on the Pickleballtv app. For additional streaming information, check the How to Watch tab.
WHERE CAN I STAY UPDATED WITH LIVE EVENT RESULTS AND CURRENT STANDINGS?
Follow live scores in the Schedule tab and the latest standings here.
ABOUT MLP DALLAS
Get ready to kick off a brand-new season of Major League Pickleball as the 2025 Mid-Season Tournament and 2024 Premier Level Champions, the Dallas Flash, host the world’s top professional coed pickleball teams for the regular season opener!
Experience four days of fast-paced action as MLP teams face off in pivotal matches, earning standing points on their journey towards a spot in the MLP Playoffs in August. Join us at the Pickler Universe for an electrifying Memorial Day weekend!
Minor League Pickleball (MiLP) is coming to Dallas! Registration for this amateur team-format tournament played side-by-side with the pros is available now: Register for MiLP at MLP Dallas here
Jr. MLP will also run alongside Major League Pickleball in Dallas! To learn more and register for the 5-stop Jr. MLP program, visit: https://majorleaguepickleball.co/junior-mlp-2025/
Participating MLP Teams:
- Group A: Columbus Sliders, Dallas Flash, New Jersey 5s, Orlando Squeeze, and Phoenix Flames
- Group B: Bay Area Breakers, Carolina Hogs, St. Louis Shock, Los Angeles Mad Drops, Texas Ranchers, and Utah Black Diamonds
Pickler Universe
2800 N Interstate 35E
Carrollton, TX 75006