The World Pickleball Convention 2025: West Palm Beach, FL — The pickleball community is gearing up for the highly anticipated return of the World Pickleball Convention to the Palm Beach Convention Center in June 2025. First launched in 2021 as the National Pickleball Expo, this event has evolved alongside the sport’s explosive growth. What began with 70 exhibitors and 1,400 attendees has now expanded into an international phenomenon.
Pickleball’s Unprecedented Rise
In just a few short years, pickleball has soared in popularity, growing from 1.5 million players to an astonishing 38 million participants this year. This meteoric rise has placed pickleball ahead of tennis and golf in terms of player numbers. Reflecting this boom, the National Pickleball Expo doubled its attendance annually, with nearly 6,000 attendees gathering in Las Vegas last June.
Now rebranded as the World Pickleball Convention, the event has become the sport’s official annual gathering. Alongside this flagship convention, National Pickleball Expositions continues to host the regional National Pickleball Expo, rotating through cities across the U.S.
What to Expect at the 2025 Convention
The World Pickleball Convention promises to be an unparalleled experience for attendees. Highlights include:
- Conference Sessions: Over 50 industry leaders delivering keynote speeches and panel discussions on the future of pickleball.
- Championship Tournaments: Featuring the Collegiate National Championships, the Armed Forces Picklebowl, and the Palm Beach Cup.
- Interactive Exhibitions: Over 150 exhibitors showcasing the latest in pickleball gear, apparel, and travel opportunities.
- Padel Debut: A full Padel court will allow attendees to explore this rapidly growing sport.
Carl Foster, spokesperson and event organizer, emphasized the convention’s inclusivity. “There will be something for everyone at the pickleball expo,” said Foster. “From families new to the sport to advanced players, attendees can expect big discounts on equipment, apparel, vacations, and much more. If it’s related to pickleball, it’ll be there.”
Special Features and Sponsors
This year’s event brings exciting collaborations. Delta Airlines is offering discounted flights for players, while UBER will provide free rides to the venue for those within a 20-mile radius. Swing Sports, an emerging activewear brand, will sponsor the 2025 Activewear Fashion Show, unveiling their latest designs on a runway set directly on the expo floor.
The convention’s on-site tournament, featuring 20 courts, ensures high-energy competition. Meanwhile, the conference portion offers a platform for industry leaders to shape pickleball’s future.
News in Brief: The World Pickleball Convention 2025
The World Pickleball Convention is set to return to Palm Beach in June 2025, highlighting pickleball’s explosive growth and evolving culture. This pickleball event will feature keynote speakers, three championship tournaments, over 150 exhibitors, and a debut for Padel, a rising sport. Sponsored by UBER, Delta Airlines, and Swing Sports, it caters to beginners, pros, and industry professionals. With interactive sessions, a fashion show, and on-site competitions, it promises to be pickleball’s most dynamic event yet.
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