Date: Sat, Sep 19, 2026
Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Venue: Raleigh Community Center, Raleigh
Price: Free
Category: Sports
Free Pickleball open play at Raleigh Community Center. Open to all ages. No registration required - just show up with your free Open Play Pass. Get your pass at any Raleigh community center or online at RecLink.
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Pickleball Open Play is a free, drop-in sports session hosted at the Raleigh Community Center where players of all ages can access the courts. To participate, you will need to secure a free Open Play Pass beforehand, which is available online through the city's RecLink portal or in person at any local community center. Since this is a casual open play format, you should bring your own paddles and balls, and wear comfortable athletic shoes. Parking is available in the main community center lot at no cost. This session is an excellent weekend option because it requires zero advance registration and allows your family to stay active together. It is a low-pressure environment where beginners can learn the basics and experienced players can get in some extra practice time.
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Pickleball Open Play runs Sat, Sep 19, 2026, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm.
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