MLP Playoffs - Dallas presented by eisneramper
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MLP PLAYOFFS - DALLAS
The 2026 Major League Pickleball Playoffs kick off in Dallas, Texas, August 7-9!
Join MLP at Pickler Universe as the league’s top teams battle for a chance to advance to the Quarterfinals in Newport Beach.
Ticket Types
GROUNDS PASS
Experience the excitement with our Grounds Pass – your gateway to the tournament venue! Immerse yourself in the action with access to all amateur matches (Jr. MLP and Champions Series Pickleball)
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. 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.**
Platinum VIP PASS
Experience Major League Pickleball like never before with our Platinum VIP Pass—your front-row ticket to the action, all inside a fully air-conditioned venue.
Your VIP Experience Includes:
- VIP Seating – 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.
How To Watch
All matches available on Pickleballtv and the Pickleballtv App, in addition to:
Sunday, August 9
- MSG Network all day (12PM – 7PM ET | 11AM – 6PM CT Local)
Be Part of the Action — Volunteer with Us!
We are thrilled to have you join us as a volunteer for MLP Dallas Playoffs, 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 - PLAYOFFS - TRAVEL
Please find the Courtesy Hotel Block information for MLP Orlando below. The last day to book is TBA.
Hotel TBA
MLP Playoffs – Dallas Event Venue
Pickler Universe – DFW
FAQs
HOW DOES THE MATCH SCHEDULE WORK?
Here is how Round 1, MLP Playoffs – Dallas presented by EisnerAmper, will work:
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Best-of-three match series featuring the No. 5-12 seeds (each matchup will feature two matches with a third played if necessary)
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Seeds No. 5-8 select their First Round opponents from the No. 9-12 seeds
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Series winners advance to the Quarterfinals in Newport Beach and are re-seeded based on regular season standings points
Daily Schedule:Matchups and daily match details will be announced following the final regular season event, Amway MLP Orlando (July 30-Aug 2)
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Friday: 2:00 PM start | 3 matches
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Saturday: 11:00 AM start | 3-5 matches (if necessary matches are required)
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Sunday: 11:00 AM start | 2-4 matches (if necessary matches are required)
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WHICH MLP TEAMS ARE PLAYING AT THIS EVENT?
Matchups and daily match details will be announced August 3rd, following the final regular season event, Amway MLP Orlando. Follow the regular season standings here.
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
Click here for more information and to sign up!
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 Playoffs – Dallas presented by EisnerAmper: $20 for General Admission Parking; $50 for VIP Parking at Pickler Universe – Carrollton. Cash and card payment will be accepted on-site.
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.
CAN I LIVE STREAM MATCHES FROM MY PERSONAL DEVICES OR FILM THE MATCHES FOR PERSONAL USE?
The filming of MLP matches from personal devices is not permitted unless you have obtained written approval from Major League Pickleball prior to the event. Only cell phone photography is permitted.
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 THE EVENT
Major League Pickleball returns to Dallas for the 2026 Playoffs! Join us as the league’s top teams look to survive and advance to the Quarterfinals in Newport Beach before the penultimate MLP Finals in New York City.
See the full schedule here.
ROUND 1 – DALLAS
Best-of-three match series featuring the No. 5-12 seeds (each matchup will feature two matches with a third played if necessary)
Seeds No. 5-8 select their First Round opponents from the No. 9-12 seeds
Series winners advance to the Quarterfinals in Newport Beach.
AMATEUR MATCHES
Jr. MLP and Champions Series Pickleball will run alongside Major League Pickleball Playoffs in Dallas!
Pickler Universe
2800 N Interstate 35E
Carrollton, TX 75006