The electrifying action of MLP returns to Columbus for the 2025 regular season, May 1-4. For the first time since hosting one of its inaugural events in 2022, MLP is back in Ohio—now bigger and better than ever. Hosted by the Columbus Sliders, fans can enjoy four days of fast-paced action as the world’s top professional pickleball teams compete at Pickle & Chill.
Experience the excitement with our Grounds Pass – your gateway to the tournament venue! Immerse yourself in the action with access to all amateur matches and some professional matches outside of the Center Court and Grandstand
One courtside ticket to the venue and first come, first serve for the seating on Championship Court. These tickets will grant you access to sit in the bleachers. It includes access to watch the action on all MLP match courts, concessions, bar, DJ, sponsor tents, and more. Doors open one hour prior to the first scheduled matches.
To level up your MLP experience, buy your ticket to the VIP Lounge and enjoy the highest-profile matches on championship court in comfort and style. Included in your ticket purchase is access for one person to the VIP Lounge. Two (2) drink tickets , lunch, snacks, soft drinks, and prime sideline seats all included.
*Please note that seating is not guaranteed and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.*
Amateur matches will be held next to Championship Court, where Major League Pickleball teams will compete. This tournament follows a PPA-style singles and doubles bracket, identical to amateur events at PPA tournaments.
The electrifying action of Major League Pickleball (MLP) is coming to Columbus for the 2025 regular season, May 1-4. For the first time since hosting one of its inaugural events in 2022, MLP returns to Ohio—now bigger and better than ever. Experience four days of fast-paced action as the world’s top professional coed pickleball teams compete at Pickle & Chill.
Hosted by the hometown Columbus Sliders, MLP Columbus presented by The James at Ohio State marks the second of 10 regular season events on the 2025 MLP calendar. A select lineup of MLP’s 22 teams will face off in pivotal matches, earning standings points on their journey towards a spot in the MLP Playoffs in August and an opportunity to battle for the most difficult championship to win in all of professional pickleball.
9 Participating Premier Level Teams: Atlanta Bouncers, Carolina Pickleball Club, Chicago Slice, Columbus Sliders, Miami Pickleball Club, New York Hustlers, Orlando Squeeze, Phoenix Flames, St. Louis Shock
Don’t miss your chance to witness the energy and excitement of MLP! The 2025 MLP season includes 10 regular-season events, a Mid-Season Tournament, the two-week Playoffs, and the standalone MLP Cup in November.
Stay tuned for the detailed match schedule and streaming information. Be sure to follow MLP on social and join our mailing list to get the latest updates.
Pickle & Chill
880 W Henderson Rd
Columbus, OH 43214
