Free pickleball courts in Chicago & the suburbs

Good to know

Open play: Open play is a scheduled session where players show up and rotate into games, usually without needing a partner. Some venues charge a fee or ask you to sign up first.

First come, first served: First come, first served means public courts can't be booked: players wait for an open court and rotate in.

Dedicated courts: Dedicated pickleball courts are built only for pickleball, with permanent nets and lines. Shared courts have pickleball lines painted or taped on a tennis or basketball court.

Lighted courts: Lighted courts are outdoor courts with lights, so you can play after dark.