REGISTRATION
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Due to massive demand, we introduced the US Open Player Lottery in 2019 to create the fairest registration process.
The US Open welcomes all players, no qualifying events required. Whether you’re a previous US Open medalist or simply enjoyed participating, everyone is eligible to compete. If you've played with us before or are joining us for the first time, you have a chance to secure your spot. This solution has been a great success, relieving players from the rush of entering the moment registration opens. Join us and be part of the excitement at the US Open!
Please be sure to Like us on Facebook or sign up for our email updates so you don’t miss any information.
Even if you don’t win a lottery spot, consider coming to Naples to watch pro and amateur athletes compete at this amazing venue, and enjoy the Biggest Pickleball Party in the World®!
We hope to see you in beautiful Naples, Florida, April 11 - 18, 2026
2026 schedule
Please refer to the Summary Schedule as well as Full Schedule to see which events will run on which days.
2026 US OPEN Lottery + registration
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We're using DUPR as the official and exclusive ratings of the US Open. See our US Open DUPR FAQ.
REGISTRATION FEES
- Amateur / Pro / Champions / Masters Credential: $150
- Junior Credential: $35; Junior players receive a US Open refund of $115.
- Referee Fee + Technology Fee: $35
EVENT FEES
- Pro: $135/event
- Split Age Pro / Champions Pro / Masters Pro: $100/event
- Amateur: $45/doubles event; $50/singles
- Juniors: $25/event
REGISTRATION AND WEATHER INSURANCE
- $25
LOTTERY SELECTION PRIORITIZATION
In order to be eligible for the US Open Player Lottery, you may compete in the event that matches:
a) The age of the lowest team member, AND
b) The skill level equal to or higher of the highest team member
Example of a doubles team:
Player A = 54 years old and 3.752 DUPR
Player B = 47 years old and 4.102 DUPR
The correct event for the above example doubles team is 45-49 Age and 4.0 Skill.
Ratings are determined at the time of registration.
Age is determined as of 12/31/2026.
LOTTERY DATES & TIMES
Dates and times subject to change. All times are Eastern.
January 14 - 20, 2026
General Registration Lottery Period
- You may register ANY time during the General Registration period. Priority IS NOT given according to when you register!
- You must be registered with a partner indicated before the lottery closes. You may initially sign up without a partner so that your name will be on the Players Needing Partners list in order for those players to find each other and edit their registration before the lottery closes.
- Payment is not required until confirmation email sent.
January 28, 2026
Email confirmation sent to all lottery winners.
January 31, 2026
Deadline for all lottery winners to submit payment.
February 2, 2026
Nonpaid teams removed and alternates notified.
March 1, 2026 – REFUND DEADLINE
If you withdraw before March 1st, you will be issued a full refund, less a $25 processing fee and $10 technology fee, without the need to purchase Registration Insurance. No refunds will be issued after March 1st for any reason, unless you have purchased the US Open Insurance Program.
March 15, 2026
Event Player List posted
April 1, 2026
Deadline to bring in a non-registered player as sub
US Open Insurance Program
Insurance must be purchased at time of registration.
If you withdraw before March 1st, 2026, you will be issued a full refund.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Event Formats
All Amateur, Wheelchair, Junior, Champions Pro and Masters Pro events will be run as double elimination with a consolation bracket. The consolation bracket will play for the bronze medal. The winner’s bracket will play for the gold and silver medals.
All Pro and Split Pro Age events will be run as a single elimination.
Pro events played all on one day until the semifinals. Semifinal events will then be played on Friday and Gold/Silver/Bronze matches played on Championship Saturday.
All Pro qualifying events, if needed, will be run as a single elimination.
Please refer to the schedule to see which events will run on which days.
US Open Insurance Program
Insurance must be purchased at time of registration.
If you withdraw before March 1st, 2026, you will be issued a full refund less a $25 processing fee without the need to purchase Registration Insurance. Registration Insurance covers you in the event you must cancel out of the event after the March 1st refund deadline. Registration Insurance will also cover your event fee in the case your event is cancelled due to weather. Please read the US Open Insurance Program.
PLAYER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES
Need A Partner?
Before the Registration Lottery opens go to our US Open Player Connection page to find a partner.
Need A Sub?
If your partner cancels, email registration@usopenpickleball.com to add a new partner. You may choose a new partner who is not already registered in the US Open until April 1st. After April 1st, you must choose a sub from a player already registered in the US Open. Replacement players must be able to play in the same skill/age group that you have a spot in. Keep in mind as you search for a replacement that players may play down in age and up in skill. Replacements must be communicated to registration@usopenpickleball.com by 6 p.m. the day before your event is scheduled to play. Any request for replacements after 6 p.m. will be reviewed by the Tournament Director for approval. Replacements can be found on the players needing partners list.
ZING ZANG CHAMPIONSHIP TICKET LOTTERY
February 1 - 5, 2026
You do not need a ticket to be part of the US Open experience. Come to East Naples Community Park and watch pro and amateur matches on 59 courts for FREE! There is a $5/day parking fee. All proceeds go to Kiwanis. You may also roam and shop in the US Open Expo tents, enjoy great food and a cool beverage in the Beer Garden, while listening to live music each afternoon.
To purchase tickets to watch matches on the famous Zing Zang Championship Court, you will need to enter the TICKET LOTTERY. Please be sure to check back here, Like Us on Facebook, or sign up here for our email updates so you are sure to get lottery information and the link to enter the ticket lottery!
The US Open is a one of a kind pickleball experience. Put April 11 - 18, 2026 on your calendar and come to Naples, FL to join the Biggest Pickleball Party in the World®!
