Greater Seattle Drop-in Pickleball Calendar
What happened to the $50,000 Seattle City Councilmember Tammy Morales allocated to Seattle Parks to paint lines for 25 pickleball courts in low-income communities in 2022?
As a result of Seattle City Council Member Tammy Morales' leadership, $50,000 was added to Seattle's 2022 Parks and Recreation (SPR) budget to "support the lining of 25 new pickleball courts on existing tennis courts. Funding was to be targeted to low-income communities."
SPR painted lines for eight pickleball courts on the Rainier Beach Playfield tennis courts in Southeast Seattle at a total cost of about $9600. SPR also painted lines for another eight pickleball courts in two neighborhoods that are not low-income: Lines for four pickleball courts on the Alki Playground tennis courts, and lines for four pickleball courts on the Gilman Playground tennis courts. In total, lining all 16 of these courts required less than 40% of the $50,000 added by the City Council.
Despite the Council's clearly stated intent, SPR decided that it was more important to purchase pickleball nets than to line more pickleball courts. They recently ordered twelve additional semi-permanent pickleball nets for about $30,000. Thus about 60% of the $50,000 budget is being spent on nets. SPR has not yet communicated where these nets will be installed.
We wanted pickleball court lines because once lines are painted at a location, we can raise money for pickleball nets to be placed at that location. That is how most of the semi-permanent pickleball nets in Seattle have been acquired to date. The same can’t be said for pickleball lines: we can’t raise money for pickleball lines. So, this was a wasted opportunity to get more pickleball court lines.
If we want to ensure SPR carries out Council intent next time, a Budget Proviso must be must be passed with any future budget action.
Please thank Council Member Morales and her staff member, Imani Carey, for their leadership in creating more pickleball opportunities for our communities. E-mails of appreciation can be sent to: tammy.morales@seattle.gov and to her staff: imani.carey@seattle.gov .
And better yet, help us re-elect Tammy Morales!!
Playtime Scheduler Update

Time for pickleball only tells you where and when regular drop-in pickleball games are happening. To organize or join one-off games, join Playtime Scheduler's "Greater Seattle Area" region. It is free.
You will be in good company since more than 3000 4000 players have already joined.
Here is how it works. First, you have to register:
- Go to the Playtime Scheduler web site.
- Click the Register button.
- Select Greater Seattle Area, WA as your region.
- Fill in your information. including your zip code and skill level.
- Click on the Register button.
Now, make it suit your needs:
- Click on the My Account button.
- Click on Email Preferences.
- Tell the system when you are available to play pickleball and how far from home you are willing to travel.
That's it. You are now ready to join an existing session or create your own session and invite people to join. When someone creates a new session that fits your availability, your travel zone, and your skill level, you will receive an email.
If you have any question, please email infotimeforpickleball.com.
See you on the courts!
Recent Schedule Changes
- Added Perrigo Park (Redmond)
- Rainier Beach (Seattle) now has official play on MWF evening.
- Starting in April, Friday pickleball at the Mercer Island Community & Event Center Gymnasium will start 15 minutes earlier and last 15 minutes longer.
- Bellevue's Hidden Valley Field House hosts pickleball on Wednesdays and Fridays. (Thanks, Kathryn!)
- Evening open play at St Edward now goes from 6 to 10pm.
- Pickleball at the Queen Anne Community Center now goes until 3pm. (Thank you, Tom!)
- The South Park Community Center is now hosting pickleball on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays until further notice. (Thank you, Jean)
- The Ravenna-Eckstein Community Center is open again for pickleball .
See something? Say something!
Many thanks to all the players and staff members who let us know about schedule changes.Please email schedule change information to infotimeforpickleball.com.
Since most facilities state that "Programs, hours, and fees are subject to change without notice", the information included here cannot be guaranteed to be accurate. Call play locations within 48 hours of play to verify daily schedule. Make sure the location is open when you call. Pray that the person answering the phone is aware of the latest schedule changes and gives you accurate information.
Click on a time below to see the original document that listed that specific time.
Click on a location name for more details about that particular location, such as address, phone number, number of courts, etc....
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
Bitter Lake Outdoor Pickleball and Tennis Courts (Seattle)
No Play: Aug 19 Advanced players Please bring a net if you have one. Too many leaves? Call (206) 684-7250. |
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
Green Lake East Pickleball and Tennis Courts (Seattle)
Weather Permitting. Check Facebook for confirmation on bad weather days. Hosted by Dave Kwok in the morning. Thank him and offer to help. $: Please chip in a few ($2-$4) dollars if you can to help defray the cost of reservations and balls ($300-$400/week). Donate via Venmo Web site: https://www.greenlakepickleball.com. To get email updates, join Green Lake Pickleball. Too many leaves? Call (206) 684-7250. |
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
Perrigo Park (Redmond)
Weather Permitting. Intermediate |
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
Pilchuck Park (Snohomish)
Intermediate |
8:00 a.m. - Noon
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The Lodge at St Edward Park (Kenmore)
2 courts You need a Discovery Pass to park there. $10 |
9:00 a.m. - dusk. |
Everest Park (Kirkland)
The colder it gets, the later it starts. |
9:00 a.m. |
Maple Leaf Reservoir Park (Seattle)
Weather permitting as this is an outdoor location Too many leaves? Call (206) 684-7250. |
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
Montlake Community Center (Seattle)
Ends: Jun 24 Age 18 and older If you have a pickleball net, bring it. If you have indoor balls, bring them. Free |
9:00 a.m. - noon |
Rainier Beach Playfield Pickleball and Tennis Courts (South Seattle)
Weather Permitting All levels welcome Stack paddles next to the court you wish to play on. Winners stay on for a maximum of two games. Bring a net if you have one. Register on PlayTime Scheduler Too many leaves? Call (206) 684-7250. |
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Shoreline Park (Shoreline)
Hosted by Pax and Dorrena. Thank them! Check Facebook for confirmation on bad weather days. Please bring a net if you have one. |
9:00 a.m. - Sunset
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Shoreview Park (Shoreline)
No Play: Jun 10, Jul 8, Jul 22, Aug 12 due to tournaments. Check Facebook for confirmation on bad weather days. |
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
Walt Hundley Playfield Tennis and Pickleball Courts (West Seattle)
Weather permitting Too many leaves? Call (206) 684-7250. |
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.*
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Tukwila Community Center
Reservation required. Time varies from week to week. Check online before going. Advanced beginners and intermediate players Number of available courts varies $0-$5 |
10:00 a.m. - Sunset |
International School (Bellevue)
Everyone is welcome. Rain cancels. Check the Bellevue Pickleball Google Group or PlayTime Scheduler to confirm play times. |
Noon - 2:00 p.m.
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Magnuson Community Center (Seattle)
Ends: Jun 24 Ages 16 and Older Free |
Noon - 2:00 p.m.
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Stroum Jewish Community Center (Mercer Island)
$0 - $15 |
12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
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Mercer Island Community & Event Center Gymnasium (Mercer Island)
All ages 6 courts PLEASE READ the House Rules. $ |
12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
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Ravenna-Eckstein Community Center (Ravenna, Seattle)
Age 18½ and older Ends Jun 16 Free |
5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. |
Perrigo Park (Redmond)
Weather Permitting. |
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
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The Lodge at St Edward Park (Kenmore)
2 courts You need a Discovery Pass to park there. $10 |
8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. |
Gorin Tennis at Redmond Tennis Center
$$ |
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
Bitter Lake Outdoor Pickleball and Tennis Courts (Seattle)
No Play: Aug 20 Advanced players Please bring a net if you have one. Too many leaves? Call (206) 684-7250. |
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
Green Lake East Pickleball and Tennis Courts (Seattle)
Weather Permitting. Check Facebook for confirmation on bad weather days. Hosted by Dave Kwok in the morning. Thank him and offer to help. $: Please chip in a few ($2-$4) dollars if you can to help defray the cost of reservations and balls ($300-$400/week). Donate via Venmo Web site: https://www.greenlakepickleball.com. To get email updates, join Green Lake Pickleball. Too many leaves? Call (206) 684-7250. |
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
Perrigo Park (Redmond)
Weather Permitting. Intermediate |
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
Pilchuck Park (Snohomish)
Intermediate |
8:00 a.m. - Noon
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The Lodge at St Edward Park (Kenmore)
2 courts You need a Discovery Pass to park there. $10 |
9:00 a.m. - Sunset |
Shoreview Park (Shoreline)
No Play: Jun 11, Jul 9, Jul 23, Aug 13 due to tournaments. Check Facebook for confirmation on bad weather days. |
9:00 a.m. - dusk |
Everest Park (Kirkland)
The colder it gets, the later it starts. |
9:00 a.m. |
Maple Leaf Reservoir Park (Seattle)
Weather permitting as this is an outdoor location Too many leaves? Call (206) 684-7250. |
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Shoreline Park (Shoreline)
Hosted by Pax and Dorrena. Thank them! Check Facebook for confirmation on bad weather days. Please bring a net if you have one. |
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
Walt Hundley Playfield Tennis and Pickleball Courts (West Seattle)
Weather permitting Too many leaves? Call (206) 684-7250. |
10:00 a.m. - Sunset |
International School (Bellevue)
Everyone is welcome. Rain cancels. Check the Bellevue Pickleball Google Group or PlayTime Scheduler to confirm play times. |
Noon - Sunset |
Game Farm Park (Auburn)
Check the Puget Sound Pickleball Club Facebook Group to confirm play times. |
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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Stroum Jewish Community Center (Mercer Island)
$0 - $15 |
5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. |
Perrigo Park (Redmond)
Weather Permitting. |
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
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The Lodge at St Edward Park (Kenmore)
2 courts You need a Discovery Pass to park there. $10 |
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