“Where the World Meets Pickleball”
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The 2026 World Pickleball Convention
October 15-17, 2026, Palm Beach
March 3-5, 2027, Chicago
June 17-19, 2027, London UK
The 6th Annual World Pickleball Convention
Uniting Communities and Cultures through the Fastest Growing Sport on Earth
Who is Coming?
• Over 200 Leading Companies will showcase gear, apparel, court tech, travel packages, & more.
• 71% Owner, C Level or Decision Makers comprise the Quali ed Buyers.
• Industry leaders and panelists with over 50 keynote speakers, including brand founders, sports scientists, facility developers, and federation executives.
• Thousands of players (pro & amateur), fans, families and new comers to the sport from all over the US and 14 Countries. This event is designed to be inclusive with something for everyone!
Why Pickleball, Why Now?
• 311% growth in total participation over the last 3 years.
• 24.8 million players in the U.S. in 2024 - up 45.8% from 2023.
• Pickleball is now played in 84 Countries with over 75 million players, and expected to double by 2028.
• In 2021, 86% of Players were aged 50+
• 80% of Players are now between 33 and 75 and played in 84 Countries.
• Senior Participation is holding strong as the largest age group of players.
Core Demographics 2023-2027
“The global pickleball market is expected to surge from 1.5 billion in 2025 to $4.4 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 14.2%.”
-- Market US News
Network Media Coverage - Click to View
The World Pickleball Convention & Conference garners media attention from virtually all major networks as well as specialty media.
Convention Overview
Dates: October 16, 17 & 18, 2026
History: 6th Annual Convention/Expo
Venue: The Palm Beach Convention Center
Key Features:
• 8,000+ Attendees over 3 days.
• 200 + Exhibiting Companies, 1000’s of Products/Brands
• 50 + Global Industry Speakers & Keynotes
• 2026 Indoor Championships - Pro, Senior Pro, Amateur
• 2026 Pickleball Corporate Challenge Championships
• 2026 Veteran’s Pickleball Assoc Tournament
• 2026 Youth Combine & College Scholarship Awards
• Product Demonstrations / Tastings
• Athluxe - The Active Wear Runway Fashion Show - Daily
• Pro / Celebrity Exhibitions
• Networking Events Happy Hour
• Pickleball Fitness & Wellness Workshops
• Pickleball Awards Ceremony
Reach:
Title Sponsor - Exclusive Naming Rights
“The 2026 ‘Your Company’ World Pickleball Convention & Conference
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• Logo above Convention Logo everywhere it appears
• Digital: All email, social media, television, radio, OTT advertising, etc.
• Print: All Print Ads, Banners, Signs, Backdrops, Tickets throughout and leading up to the event.
• Press Conference & Interviews: Opportunity to Speak at Press Conference
• Awards Presentation - Key Executive Presenter
• Premier 30x20 Exhibit Space Size & Placement Included + keynote speaking opportunity.
• Presenter of the Top Scholarship Winner $2,500, Presenter of the Palm Beach Classic Winner.
• Courtside Barrier Logos on All Courts (Double Placement on each court)
• Full-page ad in event program with feature company bio article and 6 Lobby/Floor Banners.
• Hosted Panel Discussion in the Keynote Theater
• VIP Pavillion and access for executives & guests with food and refreshments.
• Convention Commercials every hour.
• VIP Parking, Opening Night Reception, Unlimited Guest Passes.
Presenting Sponsor
• Logo prominently displayed below the Convention Logo as “Presented by...”
• Premium 20x20 Booth Placement & Included
• Courtside Barrier Logos on All Courts (Double Placement on each court)
• Half page ad in event program as well as 2 Lobby and 2 Floor Banners
• Featured Presentation in Conference
• Access to VIP Pavillion for execs and guests with food and refreshments
• Convention Commercials three times daily.
• Cinematic: 1 minute video feature created and aired on Inside World PB and Pickleball Channel.
Gold Sponsor
• Logo prominently displayed below the Convention Logo and 50% larger than other level in all digital & step-n-repeats.
• Priority Pre-Reserved 20x10 Booth Placement & Included (If only 10’x10’ booths available - $5500)
• Featured :30 sec spot on Inside World Pickleball on Pickleball TV
• Half-page Ad in Showguide
• Courtside Barrier Logos on All Courts
• VIP Parking, Opening Night Reception, 10 Guest Passes.
• VIP Parking, Opening Night Reception, 25 Guest Passes. $15,000 $20,000 $6,500
Exhibitor
Indludes Pipe & Drape, Exhibitor Badges (5 per 10x10) and access to Networking Party opening night...
• Exhibit Spaces for the entire event.
• Pipe and Drape
• Access to Demo Courts /Demo Stage + 2 Looks in Fashion Show (activewear) at no additional charge.
• Logo and link on event website.
• Attendee App - scannable
• Access to Daily Networking Events
$1,500
cial Sponsorhips Available
• Showguide Sponsor - Full Page $4500, Half Page $3500
All Official Sponsors include a premium 10’x10’ Corner Booth.
• Court Naming Rights (name one of the 12 courts in your company name $3500)
• Fashion Show (Presenting sponsor of the Daily Fashion Show $5000)
• Youth Combine Scholarships Presentation ($500 College Scholarship in your company name & presentation $3500)
• Swag Bag Sponsorship (Exterior of all Swag Bags with your logo and info $3000)
• Hanging Aisle Banner Naming Rights (name an aisle with your company name/logo $3000)
• Lobby Welcome Banner (Place a banner outside the front door of convention$3000)
• Corporate Challenge Presenting Sponsor ($5,000) Choose one or more to sponsor below...
$1,500
