Grab Your Racket! A Major Pickleball Event Is Coming to Honolulu.

The Hawai‘i Pacific Health ESPN Honolulu Open features 33 indoor courts, free clinics and tournaments for every skill level, including corporate teams.

Hawai‘i’s largest indoor pickleball event will take place at the Hawai‘i Convention Center April 10-13 for players and spectators from Hawai‘i and around the world.

The Hawai‘i Pacific Health ESPN Honolulu Open, presented by HMSA, will feature over 33 indoor courts, tournaments for players of various ages and playing levels, corporate team challenges, and a competitive ProAm tournament with prize money.

The event will also include free pickleball clinics, exhibitions and an expansive expo.

“By providing pickleball players and enthusiasts with a premier venue to play, we’ll be able to attract players from around the state and world to compete in this rapidly growing sport,” says Matt Apana, GM of ESPN Honolulu. “Our goal is to grow this into a world-class pickleball event for both participants and spectators to enjoy.”

The event is supported by the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority and is intended to be an annual destination event. Tournament partners include the O‘ahu Pickleball Association, Pickleball Japan and tournament management company Pickleball is Great.

A portion of proceeds from the event will support Hui Mahi‘ai ‘Āina, a nonprofit that provides resources, education, and opportunities for self-sufficiency for the houseless population in Waimānalo and others in need.

“Staying active provides so many benefits for our health and well-being, from reducing the risks of chronic health conditions to improving mental health and enhancing overall quality of life,” says Ray Vara, president and CEO of Hawai‘i Pacific Health. “Pickleball is a great way for people of all ages and athletic abilities to stay active and have fun.”

ESPN Honolulu also launched a new pickleball program airing on Wednesdays at 2:30 p.m., on 92.7 FM and 1420 AM, hosted by Chris Hart. The first show aired Jan. 29.

Visit honoluluopen.com for more information or to register.