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APP Daytona Beach Open — February 18–22, 2026

APP Daytona Beach Open

February 18–22, 2026

The APP returns to Pictona — pickleball paradise — to launch the 2026 APP Tour. This Golden Ticket event welcomes amateurs and pros. APP events are now open to DUPR-rated players and are hosted by Pickleball Den. Players do not need a UTR-P rating.

Tournament Dates:
February 18–22, 2026
Location:
Pictona at Holly Hill, 1060 Ridgewood Ave., Holly Hill, FL 32117
Details:
Registration Opens:
October 30, 2025
Registration Closes:
February 9, 2026
Tournament Fee:
See registration form

Competition Events

Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles, Mixed Doubles, and Singles.

Skill Rating / Eligibility

DUPR recognized. APP events are open to DUPR-rated players and hosted via Pickleball Den. No UTR-P rating is required.

Format

Round Robin ➜ Top 4 Playoff
  • Round robin play determines seeding.
  • Playoff: #1 vs #4 and #2 vs #3.
  • Winners play for 1st/2nd; losers play for 3rd.
  • All playoff games are 1 game to 11, win by 2.

Awards

Medals awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. (Individual age-group medals for combined categories and tournament t-shirt: subject to confirmation.)

Lodging

See the hotels and B&Bs with whom Pictona has a special arrangement. Go here.

Parking

Pictona has 400 parking spaces surrounding the campus and an additional 400 within 100 yards. There is a $5 parking fee.

Food & Beverage

Bottle fillers and water fountains are located throughout the campus. Water and sports drinks are the only beverages permitted to be brought into Pictona; players may bring fruit and energy bars. Please do not bring other outside food or drink. The Depot (concessions) and The Kitchen (restaurant) offer a great selection at reasonable prices; purchases help support our not-for-profit facility.

Dog Policy

The City of Holly Hill does not allow dogs on the Pictona campus.

Player Shop

Visit the Pictona Player Shop for paddles, apparel, shoes, accessories, and gifts.

Map

Familiarize yourself with our campus by downloading a map here.

Amenities

Play on 49 dedicated courts with generous run-off (8' sidelines / 10' baselines), superior LED lighting, spectator-friendly viewing, and ample shade. Thirteen courts are under cover, plus a 1,200-seat championship court. Enjoy on-site dining at The Kitchen and concessions at The Depot, abundant water stations and restrooms, and our signature Pictona hospitality from experienced staff and volunteers.

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