Albany Heritage Day Pickleball Tournament: The Albany Heritage Day Pickleball Tournament is set for Saturday, August 2, 2025, at North Park in Albany, Minnesota. The event features competitive and casual pickleball divisions and coincides with Albany’s largest annual celebration. Registration is open until 9:15 PM CST on July 31 and costs $15 per player.
A Full Day of Pickleball and Community Fun
This one-day tournament invites players of all levels to enjoy exciting matches and celebrate community spirit on six new outdoor courts. The tournament is part of Albany Heritage Day, which draws over 1,500 visitors each year.
Because of recent delays, the event was announced on July 21. Organizers are encouraging quick sign-ups to ensure the tournament runs smoothly. “Please help us make it a success by registering now!” the event organizers stated.
A minimum of five teams is required for each division. If a division doesn’t meet that number, gender-based categories may be combined, though players will have the option to withdraw.
Division Start Times and Rules
Men’s Doubles (3.25+): Begins at 8:30 AM
Women’s Doubles (3.25+): Begins at 8:30 AM
Mixed Doubles: Begins at 2:00 PM
Coed FUN Division (2.0–3.25): Begins at 4:00 PM
The FUN Division is designed for novice players and welcomes any team combination, including families and kids. Check-in opens at 8:00 AM.
Teams will be divided by skill after registration ends. Skill levels will not be mixed, but gender groups may be combined if needed.
All matches follow pool play formats with games played to 9 or 11 points, depending on the pool size. Brackets will include:
Winner’s Bracket: Games to 11 or 15, win by 2
Back Draw (for Bronze only): Games to 11, win by 2
Medal Rounds: Best of 3 or first to 15
Every team is guaranteed at least six games.
Additional Rules and Prizes
All paddles must be approved by the United Pickleball Association or USA Pickleball Players using unapproved paddles will be asked to switch. The tournament director may change scoring formats to keep matches on schedule but will apply changes fairly across all divisions.
Players in divisions with six or more teams will compete for prize money. First- and second-place teams will receive cash awards. The final prize amounts will be announced once registration closes.
Refunds (minus processing fees) are available through July 27. If a division is canceled due to low numbers, players will receive a refund minus PB Bracket fees.
A Big Day for Albany and Pickleball
This tournament gives players a chance to compete while celebrating Albany’s largest local event. With a welcoming environment for first-timers and a competitive spirit for experienced players, it promises to be a highlight of the summer.
News in Brief: Albany Heritage Day Pickleball Tournament
The Albany Heritage Day Pickleball Tournament takes place August 2 at North Park. Open to all skill levels, the event features competitive and fun brackets, with medals and prize money up for grabs. Registration closes July 31. Players are encouraged to sign up soon to support the event.