A Pickleball Boom Near Seattle Southside
10 New Pickleball Courts in Seattle and the Surrounding Area
Seattle Southside and the surrounding region is in the midst of a pickleball boom, with many dedicated pickleball facilities recently opened and more planned to open soon.
The developments are exciting news for fans of America’s fastest-growing sport, which is played by nearly 50 million people nationwide.
The new facilities add nearly 150 pickleball courts to the region, including many indoor courts, creating significantly more opportunities to play during fall and winter. Some standouts include The Picklr’s two forthcoming indoor facilities in Federal Way and Tacoma, which will each feature proprietary outdoor surfacing, a pro shop, and private event space, and Side Out Tsunami Pickleball Center in South Seattle.
Located throughout the region in Seattle, Auburn, Federal Way, and Tacoma, all of the new venues are easily accessible from Seattle Southside. We look forward to hosting visiting players at hotels in SeaTac, Tukwila, and Des Moines, and being the launchpad for year-round recreation. If you're interested in booking a sports event, reach out to Explore Seattle Southside for help!
Browse the list below to get a peek at what’s to come.
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Auburn (South King County)
Rally Pickleball Club offers 14 high-quality, cushioned courts, plus video recording and analysis to improve your skills. Learn more.
Courts: 14
Square Footage: 44,000
Location: 2703 C St SW Building 2, Suite A1
Founding Partners: Dillon Eugenio, Chris Pierce, Randy Fuller, and Dave Wilcox
South Seattle (South King County)
Side Out Tsunami Pickleball Center, the largest dedicated indoor facility in the city, is now open in Seattle’s Rainier Beach neighborhood. Learn more.
Courts: 26
Square Footage: 98,577
Location: 2300 26th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144
Picklewood Courts and Kitchen is an elevated, retro-inspired food and pickleball concept in Seattle's SODO neighborhood. With a full-service restaurant and an outdoor beer garden, it offers a unique experience. Learn more.
Courts: 11 (7 indoor, 4 outdoor)
Square Footage: 25,000
Location: 3931 1st Ave S
Founder: Entrepreneur Nathan Talbot & restaurateur Ethan Stowell
Note: Rainier Beach and SODO are just a 15-20-minute drive from most Seattle Southside hotels. Explore places to stay.
Lynnwood (Snohomish County)
Pickleball Kingdom opened in 2025, adding a dozen indoor courts to this city north of Seattle. It offers equipment, room rentals, and on-site catering. Learn more.
Courts: 12
Square Footage: 40,000
Location: 3115 196th St SW
Owners: Siblings John and Mara Hylton
Coming Soon
Federal Way (South King County)
The Picklr is opening a 13-court pickleball facility in Federal Way that will feature premium surfacing, a full pro shop, and private event space. Learn more.
Courts: 14 (2 championship-size courts)
Square Footage: 42,000
Opening: Spring 2026
Location: 27417 Pacific Hwy South, Federal Way, Wa 98003
Franchise Owners: Sanket Mehta and Manish Kapadia
Tacoma (Pierce County)
The Picklr’s forthcoming Tacoma facility will feature two championship-size courts, a pro shop, and event space. Learn more.
Courts: 12 (2 championship-size courts)
Square Footage: 43,000
Expected Opening: 2026
Location: 2401 North Pearl Street
Franchise Owners: Beau and Kami Brooks
North Seattle
The Picklr is developing a 27,000-square-foot facility in Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood, which will feature 10 courts with high-quality proprietary outdoor surfacing, a full pro shop, and private event space. Learn more.
Courts: 10 (1 championship-size court)
Square Footage: 27,000
Opening: 2026
Location: 124 N 35th St
Franchise Owner: Rajiv Khatri
Pickle at the Palms, just north of downtown Seattle, will feature a dedicated pickleball court, a café, and social areas. Learn more.
Courts: 20
Square Footage: 60,000
Opening: Summer 2026
Location: 3435 15th Ave W
The Seattle Parks and Rec Magnuson Park Project, led by Seattle Parks & Rec, will include a dozen lighted pickleball courts in Seattle’s Magnuson Park. Learn more.
Courts: Potential for 25
Opening: Late 2026
Location: 3435 15th Ave W
Ballard Pickleball Club is still in early stages, but a plan to develop this new facility is underway. Learn more.
Courts: 5
Location: 2217 NW 57th St
Founder: Pat Gilbrough
How Seattle Southside Can Help with Your Sports Event
As the regional tourism authority (RTA) for the region, we are happy to offer complimentary planning help, including housing coordination, athlete experiences, funding advocacy, and more. Make your next sporting event one for the record books in Seattle Southside!
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Pickleball Seattle FAQs
Q: Where are the new pickleball courts opening in the Seattle area?
A: New pickleball courts are opening in Seattle, Auburn, Federal Way, Tacoma, and Lynnwood, with several locations planned for 2025 and 2026.
Q: How many new pickleball courts are coming to the Seattle region?
A: The Seattle region is adding nearly 150 new pickleball courts across nine major facilities, including many indoor courts for year-round play.
Q: What is the largest indoor pickleball facility in Washington?
A: Once completed, the Side Out Tsunami Pickleball Center in South Seattle will be Washington’s largest dedicated indoor pickleball facility with 26 courts.
Q: When will the new pickleball venues open?
A: Opening dates range from Spring 2025 to 2026, with several facilities—including The Picklr in Federal Way and Tacoma—set to open by late 2025.
Q: Are the new Seattle pickleball facilities open to the public?
A: Yes, most of the new facilities will be open to the public and will offer drop-in play, memberships, equipment rentals, and event hosting.
Q: What is pickleball?
A: Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. It’s played on a small court with a low net, using a perforated plastic ball and solid paddles.
Q: Why is pickleball becoming so popular?
A: Pickleball is easy to learn, fun for all ages, and offers a great workout without being too intense. Its social nature and accessibility have helped it become the fastest-growing sport in the U.S.