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Pickle Paradise is turning 1!
Paradise Anniversary Classic Tournament
September 11 - 13 | Pickle Paradise – Elk River, MN
Celebrate our 1-Year Anniversary with three days of great competition, fun, and everything that makes Pickle Paradise special. Whether you're playing for medals, improving your DUPR, or just enjoying an incredible weekend with the pickleball community, this is the tournament you won't want to miss.
Paid Members receive 1 FREE Division Registration (additional divisions at rates below)
Early Bird: $20 per player (before August 20, 2026)
Regular rate: $25 per player (as of August 20, 2026)
Celebrate with Us!
We're celebrating our first year by bringing together players from across Minnesota for a weekend packed with competitive pickleball and plenty of Paradise fun.
What to Expect
🏓 Competitive divisions for every skill level
🎉 Special anniversary celebration throughout the weekend
🏆 Medals, prizes, and plenty of bragging rights
🌴 Paradise atmosphere with great music, food, drinks, and fun
🥤 Full concessions featuring beer, wine, coffee, smoothies, and more
🤝 A welcoming tournament experience for both first-time and seasoned competitors
Whether you're playing your first tournament or chasing another gold medal, the Paradise Anniversary Classic is designed to be competitive, fun, and memorable.
Divisions:
Foundation: DUPR up to 2.99
Competitive: 3.0 - 3.49 DUPR
Advanced: 3.5 - 3.99 DUPR
Premier: 4.0+ (NOT DUPR Reported)
Event Formats
🏓 Mixed Doubles
🏓 Men’s Doubles
🏓 Women’s Doubles
🔥 No Partner? No Problem. Individual Doubles (Register individually and rotate partners throughout the event while competing for an individual championship.)
Registration
Registration is handled through CourtReserve! Click the Links to be brought right to the registration page for your division. Enter your partner’s name (for partner divisions); they will be sent a link to complete their registration and payment.
Guests Registrants are allowed. In your “Partner” field, select “Register Guest” in the drop down and enter their contact information.
No Partner - No Problem: (Individual Doubles)
Men’s Partner:
Mixed Partner:
Women’s Partner:
Play Format
Exact timing is TBD and dates / times may adjust based on registration.
Format:
Round robin pool play
Top teams advance to bracket play
Best 2 out of 3 to 11 for Championship / 3rd place matches
Guaranteed multiple games - depends on number of teams in each bracket
Medals and prizes for top finishers
Prizes
We believe winning should feel worth it. The winner of each team will get a medal and:
🥇 1st Place: $25 Pickle Paradise Credit + Kitchen Drink
🥈 2nd Place: $15 Pickle Paradise Credit + Kitchen Drink
🥉 3rd Place: $5 Pickle Paradise Credit + Kitchen Drink
(And yes — bragging rights included)
The Pickle Paradise Experience
Pickle Paradise is a 7-court indoor facility built specifically for pickleball - including our large championship court with viewing space
During the tournament you’ll enjoy:
Music and themed atmosphere
Smoothie, snack, and specialty coffee bar
Beer, seltzers, and beverages
2nd level mezzanine viewing lounge - spectators welcome!
Social environment between matches
This event is as much a community weekend as it is a competition.