- Following a recordbreaking 2024 event, the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) Tour returns to Cary Tennis Park from April 1-6, 2025, for the North Carolina Open—one of the tour’s top-performing stops.
- Pickleball enthusiasts of all skill levels can now register to play where the pros play, competing on the same world-class courts as the sport’s biggest stars.
- Tickets are on sale now for each day and format of the event.
CARY, N.C. (March 11, 2025) – Following last year’s record-breaking success, the PPA Tour’s North Carolina Open is set to bring thousands of fans and top-ranked professional talent to Cary Tennis Park once again from April 1-6, 2025. This year’s lineup includes world #1 female player Anna Leigh Waters, world #1 male player Ben Johns, Jack Sock, Genie Bouchard, and Tyson McGuffin—all competing at one of the most anticipated stops on the tour.
“We’re thrilled to welcome the PPA Tour back to Cary, solidifying our town as the East Coast’s go-to venue for professional pickleball,” said Cary Mayor Harold Weinbrecht. “Last year’s event was one of the highest-grossing and best-attended on the tour, proving that Cary’s energy, hospitality, and premier facilities make it the perfect stage for the fastest-growing sport’s biggest moments.”
Amateur registration is now open through March 28, offering players the rare opportunity to compete on the same courts as the pros and experience the intensity of a professional tournament. Spots are limited, and event organizers are encouraging early registration.
"The North Carolina Open has become one of the biggest highlights on our calendar," said Connor Pardoe, Founder & CEO of the PPA Tour. "The energy and excitement from the people in Cary is unmistakable and makes playing there a real joy. Amateur players in North Carolina have the incredible opportunity to compete for medals while brushing shoulders with the best pro players in the world. Imagine playing baseball alongside Corey Seager or basketball with [Michael] Jordan. In no other sport can you have this kind of experience and we are honored to be able to offer it."
For fans looking to experience one of the PPA Tour’s most exciting stops, tickets for professional matches are available now through Tixr.
Year-round, Cary venues host premier sporting events and organizations, including those at the USA Baseball National Training Complex, NCAA soccer national championships at WakeMed Soccer Park, professional tennis tournaments at Cary Tennis Park, and training camps for the U.S. Olympic Swimming Team at the Triangle Aquatic Center.
With a thriving dining scene, award-winning parks, and accommodations ranging from boutique stays to world-class luxury, Cary delivers a top-tier experience—both on and off the court.
About Cary, North Carolina
With excellence and innovation in its DNA, Cary is a thriving community of over 190,000 people representing more than 60 nationalities at the heart of North Carolina’s renowned Research Triangle region. Cary consistently ranks among the most desirable places to live, work, have fun, and do business in the United States. Known for its safe neighborhoods, extensive network of bike-friendly parks and greenways, environment stewardship, robust business climate, and premier sports venues, Cary remains a place of inspiration and opportunity. With a “people first” philosophy, this local government values collaboration, experimentation, learning, and adaption, making Cary an exceptional place to call home and an inspiring destination for visitors. For more information, visit carync.gov, and follow @caryncgov on social media.
About Cary Tennis Park
Spanning 24 acres, Cary Tennis Park is one of the largest public tennis facilities in the Southeast and the largest in North Carolina. Hosting dozens of sanctioned tournaments per year and drawing more than 300,000 visitors annually, the park features 32 championship courts, including one stadium court with permanent seating, seven covered courts, and four permanent 36’ QuickStart/pickleball courts, scenic bridges, and lush landscaping—creating a world-class setting for competition at every level. It has received the 2019 USTA Featured Facility award along with the 2006 Racquet Sports Industry Facility of the Year. The public park also provides a comprehensive array of tennis and pickleball programs, as well as events and services for all ages and skill levels. Cary Tennis Park is part of Cary Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources which was honored as the 2023 USTA NC Outstanding Parks & Recreation Department. For more information, visit carync.gov/tennis and follow @carytennispark on Instagram.
About Carvana PPA Tour
Founded in 2019, the Carvana PPA Tour is where pickleball’s top athletes go head-to-head to determine the best male and female players in the world. The Carvana PPA Tour organizes and conducts tournaments at world-class facilities across the country, establishes player rankings, and showcases the world’s best pickleball week in and week out. Inviting amateur players to also compete and “play where the pros play,” the Carvana PPA Tour offers divisions for every age group and skill level. Characterized by a uniquely festive and fun atmosphere, Carvana PPA Tour events deliver unparalleled experiences for fans on-site, including pro player meet-and-greets, clinics, food, beverages, live entertainment, giveaways, games, shopping, and VIP upgrades. For more information, go to ppatour.com, and follow on Twitter/X, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn.
Primary Contacts
If you have specific questions about Town services or operations, dial 311 anywhere in Cary, (919) 469-4000 outside town limits, or email 311@carync.gov.
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