National Mall Of Pickleball Releases Full Schedule for 2025
NATIONAL MALL OF PICKLEBALL RELEASES FULL SCHEDULE WITH MORE OPPORTUNITIES TO DINK, RALLY AND DIVE IN THE HEART OF THE NATIONAL MALL
Programming at this year’s event will feature nearly 250 hours of pickleball on America’s Front Yard and celebrate “Moves That Serve”
Happy National Pickleball Day! Back by popular demand, the Trust for the National Mall and Humana are once again bringing America’s favorite sport—pickleball—to America's Front Yard. Join us September 19-21 at 12th St SW, right outside of the Smithsonian Metro Station, for three, free days of pickleball fun.
This year’s event, “Moves that Serve,” celebrates the inclusive, accessible, and fun spirit of pickleball. With programs ranging from Center Court pro showdowns to open play, the event is open to all ages and experience levels. Stay tuned for additional information on opportunities for walk-on play, advance court sign-ups, pickleball lessons and clinics with pickleball pros from the USA Pickleball Ambassadors, Association of Pickleball Players (APP) and D.C. Pickleball Team (DCPT), and more!
Ahead of America’s 250th anniversary, the event will also celebrate the Trust for the National Mall’s work to preserve this iconic open space where people can gather to play, learn, reflect, and connect with and be a part of history.
To spotlight the power of partnership and community, the Trust is inviting duos from across the country to participate in the Ultimate Duo Challenge on Saturday, September 20th. Eight pairs of finalists will play for the title of National Mall of Pickleball’s Ultimate Duo. Submit your duo here by August 15th here.
Courts will be available to reserve ahead of time beginning Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 12:00pm ET HERE. See an overview of the schedule below.
SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
Friday, September 19
· In the Kitchen: Presented by the Humana Foundation in partnership with the Emeril Lagasse Foundation, In the Kitchen will feature healthy and nutritious recipes to fuel players’ minds and spirits throughout the weekend.
· DMV Invitational Tournament: Local leagues will compete on the courts for some friendly competition.
· Media Match: Members of the Washington Press Corps will take to the courts for some friendly competition and their chance to be crowned the best press picklers in D.C.
· Play with the Pros Raffle: Enter your name for a chance to face off with the pros on Center Court.
· Knock Out: Anyone who considers themselves a pickler will be invited to play on Center Court and play for the title of National Mall of Pickleball Knock Out Champion in a friendly game of knock out to close out the courts each day.
Saturday, September 20
· Veteran Volley: Our armed service members know the true meaning of what it takes to ‘serve.’ To honor their commitment and service, US Veterans of all ages will participate in a round-robin style tournament.
· Ultimate Duo Challenge: Finalists from across the U.S. will participate in a tournament for their chance to be named the National Mall of Pickleball’s Ultimate Duo.
· Changemaker Cup: We’ll search for teams from non-profit organizations dedicated to serving the senior community across health and well-being, celebrating their devotion and empowerment of healthy aging.
· Play with the Pros Raffle: Enter your name for a chance to face off with the pros on Center Court.
· Knock Out: Anyone who considers themselves a pickler will be invited to play on Center Court and play for the title of National Mall of Pickleball Knock Out Champion in a friendly game of knock out to close out the courts each day.
Sunday, September 21
· APP + DCPT Showcase: Professional athletes from the Association of Pickleball Players and D.C. Pickleball Team will face off against each other on Center Court.
· Play with the Pros Raffle: Enter your name for a chance to face off with the pros on Center Court.
· Knock Out: Anyone who considers themselves a pickler will be invited to play on Center Court and play for the title of National Mall of Pickleball Knock Out Champion in a friendly game of knock out to close out the courts each day.
About Trust for the National Mall
As the leading nonprofit, nonpartisan philanthropic partner of the National Park Service, the Trust for the National Mall is dedicated to restoring, enriching and preserving the National Mall. The Trust brings private funding, project expertise and in-kind support to help elevate the National Mall and its historic purpose, especially critical as we approach America’s 250th in 2026. The Trust raises funding, leads capital restoration and sustainability projects, mobilizes volunteer operations and provides innovative educational experiences to ensure the National Mall, with 36 million visits each year, endures as a vibrant civic stage for all. To learn more and to support our mission visit www.nationalmall.org, information@nationalmall.org, @thenationalmall.
About Humana
Humana Inc. is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers, and our company. Through our Humana insurance services, and our CenterWell health care services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.
About Humana Foundation
The Humana Foundation was established in 1981 as the philanthropic arm of Humana Inc. and is focused on health equity, working to eliminate unjust, avoidable and unnecessary barriers in health and healthcare. The Foundation fosters evidence-based collaborations and investments that help people in underserved communities live connected, healthy lives. As a steward of good health, the Foundation creates healthy emotional connections for people and communities and is shaping a healthier approach to nutrition to support lifelong well-being. For more information, visit humanafoundation.org