The REPORTER
The Holiday Pickleball Festival is once again set to take place at Grand Park, 19000 Grand Park Blvd., Westfield, beginning Friday, Dec. 13 and running through Jan. 2, 2025.
Organized by the Grand National Racquet Center (GNRC), this event features multiple tournament offerings, beginner and intermediate level clinics, sponsorship opportunities, vendor booths, and corporate outings. It is a collaborative effort involving GNRC, Indiana University pickleball coach Timber Tucker, and Grand Park Sports Campus.
The Holiday Pickleball Festival will utilize the Grand Park Events Center to hold fundraising tournaments and events during the 12 Days of Thanks & Giving, providing a unique venue for players to enjoy the sport during the indoor facility’s slower time of year and raise money to support many organizations in the area such as The Little Red Door Cancer Agency, Ivy Tech of Hamilton County, Westfield Youth Assistance Program, Westfield Youth Sports, Heart and Soul Clinic, Damar Services, and more.
GNRC Owner Birch Dalton recognized the opportunity to bring pickleball to Westfield ahead of the market in 2023 when there wasn’t a lot of options to play indoor pickleball in December. He says he is excited to bring this popular festival back again this year.
“Using the Grand Park Events Center makes sense to help attract major tournaments and events in the future,” Dalton said. “We know that a tremendous asset like Grand Park will create a unique experience for pickleball players.”
Scheduled Tournaments
- 14, Wine, Women & Pickleball: An event where women can enjoy pickleball while supporting the Little Red Door Cancer Agency with a glass of wine and lots of fun activities.
- 15, Ivy Tech of Hamilton County Pickleball Palooza: A co-ed scramble tournament to support Ivy Tech of Hamilton County.
- 20, Dink ‘Til You Drop: All-day pickleball for one low price. Several events offered like open play, clinics, challenges, and more. A portion of your fee benefits Heart & Soul Free Clinic.
- 21, Winter Pickleball Team Smash: Co-ed adult teams of all levels can participate in this tournament hosted by GNRC benefiting Damar Services.
- 27, Westfield Youth Assistance Program: A fun family day offering a clinic and an opportunity to put the skills to work and activities.
- 29, Westfield Youth Sports: A day all about the kids and the ones who make it happen – the parents. Participate in a clinic then show what you learned in an optional tournament.
The festival will also offer court rental opportunities most days, clinics, a New Year’s Slam, and business partnerships for hosting tournaments or employee outings.
For more information, please visit HolidayPickleballFestival.com.