2026 PickleCon
PickleCon Access Pass
Your PickleCon Access Pass gives you full access to the event floor for all three days — July 24–26, 2026! Enjoy open play courts, demo courts, the Vendor Village, skills challenges, and more.
Please note: Some experiences such as clinics, tournaments, eatertainment tours, and select activities may require an additional fee.
PickleCon Spectator Pass
The PickleCon Spectator Pass gives you access to the event floor for all three days, July 24–26, 2026. Enjoy watching play on all courts and exploring the exciting Vendor Village throughout the weekend.
Please note: This pass does not include access to participate on any courts, including open play, demo courts, skills challenges, or tournaments. An Access Pass is required to play on courts during the event.
PickleCon Sponsorships
Title/Naming Rights
The Title Sponsor becomes the face and primary brand association with PickleCon — the premier destination for pickleball athletes, fans, and brands. The title partner receives toptier visibility across every touchpoint of the event, from name integration to media,
hospitality, and year-round community engagement.
Event Naming Rights: “PickleCon presented by [Partner Name]” across all event assets.
Logo Visibility: Prominent placement on logo, signage, courts, and credentials.
Championship Court Sponsor: Presenting partner with high-impact logo visibility
across the court and event promotions.
Media Integration: Inclusion in social, paid, and PR campaigns year-round.
Digital Exposure: Dedicated and Inclusion in all official social and email campaigns.
Audience Access: Email and CRM engagement for pre and post-event marketing.
Branded Content: Custom video storytelling highlighting brand partnership.
On-Site Activation: Premier booth location for high-impact fan engagement
KickOff Party Sponsor
Launch the event in style as the presenting partner of the Kickoff Party, with prominent branding, on-site visibility, and recognition across event promotions.
***(Each sponsorship includes - Brand attached to marketing of event, branding onsite,
company listed as partner on website, social posts, dedicated emails to database)
Vendor Mixer Sponsor
Position your brand at the center of connection and collaboration with logo placement and engagement opportunities at this exclusive networking event.
***(Each sponsorship includes - Brand attached to marketing of event, branding onsite,
company listed as partner on website, social posts, dedicated emails to database)
Eatertainment Bus Tour Sponsor
Feature your brand on event tour buses with prominent signage and visibility across related materials, promotions, and experiences.
***(Each sponsorship includes - Brand attached to marketing of event, branding onsite,
company listed as partner on website, social posts, dedicated emails to database)
VIP Area – Championship Court Sponsor
Elevate your brand presence in our exclusive VIP section with premium signage, digital mentions, and hospitality integration.
***(Each sponsorship includes - Brand attached to marketing of event, branding onsite,
company listed as partner on website, social posts, dedicated emails to database)
Puppy Yoga Sponsor
Align your brand with wellness and feel-good moments through logo placement, on-site engagement, and media recognition at this fan-favorite event.
***(Each sponsorship includes - Brand attached to marketing of event, Branding
onsite, Company listed as partner on website, social posts, dedicated emails to
database)
Clinics Area Sponsor
Highlight your brand’s commitment to growth and development through signage, activations, and on-site visibility in the clinics area.
***(Each sponsorship includes - Brand attached to marketing of event, Branding
onsite, Company listed as partner on website, social posts, dedicated emails to
database)
Coffee & Community Networking Sponsor
Fuel meaningful morning conversations with vendors, clubs, and facility owners through branding and activation as the presenting partner of this relationship-driven event.
***(Each sponsorship includes - Brand attached to marketing of event, Branding
onsite, Company listed as partner on website, social posts, dedicated emails to
database)
Farewell Festival Sponsor
Leave a lasting impression as the presenting partner of our closing celebration, featuring logo placement, on-site activation, and event-wide recognition.
***(Each sponsorship includes - Brand attached to marketing of event, Branding
onsite, Company listed as partner on website, social posts, dedicated emails to
database)
Gold Digital Media Package Sponsorship
Gold Package | $3,000
(1) Dedicated email to all attendees.
(2) Dedicated posts on Twitter; (2) dedicated post to Facebook.
Logo and link on “Event Partners” page.
Logo and link included on the (1) “Support our Partners” email that goes to all attendees one week prior to the event.
Silver Digital Media Package Sponsorship
Silver Package | $1,500
(1) Dedicated posts on Twitter; (1) dedicated post to Facebook.
Logo and link on “Event Partners” page.
Logo and link included on the (1) “Support our Partners” email that goes to all attendees one week prior to the event.
Bronze Digital Media Package Sponsorship
Bronze Package | $500
Logo and link on “Event Partners” page.
Logo and link included on the (1) “Support our Partners” email that goes to all attendees one week prior to the event.
PickleCon Clinics
Friday Clinics
Date: Friday, July 24 8am-4pm
Location: Kansas City Convention Center, Hall A- Follow signs to the Clinic Area
Entry Deadline: Sold Until Day Of
Price: $50 for 1hr clinics, $80 for 2hr clinics
Questions? Contact kelsea@triplecrownsports.com
Reminder: An Access Pass is required for entry into the event facility and for participation in PickleCon clinics.
Saturday Clinics
Date: Saturday, July 25 8am-5pm
Location: Kansas City Convention Center, Hall A- Follow signs to the Clinic Area
Entry Deadline: Sold Until Day Of
Price: $50 for 1hr clinics, $80 for 2hr clinics
Questions? Contact kelsea@triplecrownsports.com
Reminder: An Access Pass is required for entry into the event facility and for participation in PickleCon clinics.
Sunday Clinics
Date: Sunday, July 26 8am-5pm
Location: Kansas City Convention Center, Hall A- Follow signs to the Clinic Area
Entry Deadline: Sold Until Day Of
Price: $50 for 1hr clinics, $80 for 2hr clinics
Questions? Contact kelsea@triplecrownsports.com
Reminder: An Access Pass is required for entry into the event facility and for participation in PickleCon clinics.
PickleCon Activities
Eatertainment Tours- Taste of KC
Ease into PickleCon weekend with guided tours of Kansas City’s top local flavors and pickleball spots. It’s the perfect casual kickoff for early arrivals to connect, explore, and play before the main event begins. This bus tour will visit two pickleball restaurant locations (to be announced soon) and will include complimentary food selections, non-alcoholic beverages, and reserved court time to play with new and familiar friends. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase on-site.
Taking place on Thursday evening for early arrivals from 5-8pm. Pick Up will happen outside of the KCCC lobby (2200) off of 13th Street.
Reminder: An Access Pass is required for entry onto the bus and for participation of PickleCon activities.
Puppy Yoga
Join us for one of our two 30-minute Puppy Yoga sessions on Championship Court, Saturday, July 25 from 10–11 a.m.! These sessions blend relaxation, laughter, and plenty of puppy snuggles — the perfect fan-favorite way to kickstart your morning.
BYOM-Bring Your own Mat! (if interested)
Reminder: An Access Pass is required for entry into the event facility and for participation in PickleCon activities.