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Eatertainment Tours: "Taste of KC"
Thursday, July 23, 2026 - 4:30-9:30 pm
Kick off PickleCon weekend with a fun and social Taste of KC Eatertainment bus tour that blends local food, pickleball, and community. Attendees will be picked up at 4:45 PM in front of the PickleCon registration lobby off 13th Street at the Kansas City Convention Center and travel to two pickleball-focused restaurant venues. The first stop is Char Bar Parkville from 5:15–6:45 PM for pickleball play, complimentary food, non-alcoholic beverages, and social time, with alcohol available for purchase including a featured “PickleCon Smash.” The bus then continues to SW19 Stadium from 7:15–8:45 PM for more play, food, drinks, and connection, with scenic views of the KC Royals and Chiefs stadiums along the way. The group returns downtown by 9:30 PM, where attendees can head back to their hotels or continue the night with discounted food and concert tickets in the Power & Light District.
BrickWall Futures Game
Friday, July 24, 2026 - 6-9 pm
Brick Wall Pro Series will present their inaugural Futures Game at PickleCon 2026 on Championship Court opening night! The competition will be stacked with a lineup of up-and-coming professional talent including:
Oscar Serra - 26 years old
Parth Mody - 18 years old
Jayda Maldonado - 16 years old
Natalie Kim - 23 years old
Ava Pisacrita - 21 years old
Mary McGowan - 17 years old
Puppy Yoga
Saturday, July 25, 2026 - 10-11 am
Unwind and recharge at PickleCon with our relaxing Puppy Yoga sessions, where a certified instructor guides you through gentle poses while playful puppies roam freely. It’s the perfect blend of movement, mindfulness, and canine cuddles—ideal for athletes, fans, and families alike. Two 30-minute sessions will be offered.
Celebrity/Pro Smash Showdown
Saturday, July 25, 2026 - 5-7 pm
Catch four local/national celebrities teaming up with four pickleball pros for a high-energy, crowd-pleasing exhibition packed with entertainment and unexpected moments. Welcome to the PickleCon Smash Showdown—where 4 teams battle through a round-robin format before advancing to a single-elimination bracket, all competing for the coveted PickleCon Smash Shield. A live DJ and emcee will keep the energy high from start to finish, with hype commentary, music, and halftime giveaways between the round-robin and bracket play. View the first two celebrities announced here (with the other two announced in the coming weeks and teams paired by May 1)—don’t miss one of the most entertaining events of the weekend.
Farewell Festival
Sunday, July 26 | 3-5 p.m.
Wrap up PickleCon weekend in style on Championship Court with high-energy music, a live DJ and emcee, awards, exhibitions, and interactive games. Show off your best PickleCon costume for a fun, festive send-off! The afternoon features a special exhibition: Kansas City’s frontline heroes—KC FD vs. KC PD—paired with pros for four action-packed teams. Halftime brings giveaway moments, and the celebration continues with the Best Costume Award—because even if you didn’t win on the court, you can still leave a champion. Don’t miss this high-energy finale to an unforgettable PickleCon weekend!
