Paddle-Palooza
A 36-hour Pickleball Marathon
Date and time
Location
Helke Park
829 Randler Avenue Vandalia, OH 45377Refund Policy
About this event
- Event lasts 1 day 12 hours
- Free venue parking
Come join us for 36 hours of pickleball fun at Helke Park! From noon on Friday to midnight on Saturday. Grab your paddles and get ready for a day filled with fun on the courts. Whether you're a seasoned "pro" or a first-timer, there's something for everyone at Paddle-Palooza. Clinics will be held regularly, come and make new friends, and maybe even pick up some new skills along the way. Don't miss out on this exciting event! Mark your calendars now! Overnight camping for both Friday and Saturday nights available. No electric hookup. You can also make a donation through this system in support of this event.
Frequently asked questions
You will receive a participant wristband which allows you to play anytime during the 36 hour marathon on any open court. All participants will receive a "goody bag." If you purchased a ticket that includes an event T-shirt, you wil receive a T-shirt in the size you indicated in your "goody bag."
All participants in pickleball play must be 13 or older. All ages are welcome to enjoy the festivities and participate with our food trucks and other vendors.
We will be playing using the USPA rules. Open play with possibility of one or two challenge courts. We will play standard scoring to 15; win by 2.
Participants will play one match and then move to another court if next pair of couples have paddles on deck. If no paddles are on deck at time of completion, couples are permitted to play a second match.
We will be offering clinics throughout the marathon to participants new to pickleball. Please join us to learn the game from some of our local experts.
This is a fundraiser for the Vandalia-Butler Foundation. Proceeds from sponsorships, ticket sales and donations will be used for community and educational initiatives in Vandalia and Butler Township.
There is a "ticket" on this system where you can make a donation to the event and to support the work of the foundation. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or donating a raffle item, contact Denise Eder at deniseeder1@outlook.com or Frank Beeson at putter007@aol.com. Thank you!!