Picklefest 2026 Tournament – FAQ (2026)
How to Register
Registration opens on October 15th at Noon
To register:
1. Visit PickleballTournaments.com (pickleball.com)
2. Log in or create your player profile
3. Ensure your DUPR account is connected to your profile
4. Ensure your Pickleball Canada number is connected to your profile
5. Register for your event(s) and submit payment
Note: Both partners must register individually to complete a team registration.
Important Information
All players must be active members of both:
* Pickleball Canada
* Pickleball Newfoundland & Labrador
Space is limited in each division. Pickleball NL reserves the right to alter or combine age or skill divisions where necessary.
Waitlists will be created for all divisions. If a spot becomes available in their preferred division, they will be moved automatically.
Players may compete in one division per event, with a maximum of three events (e.g., women’s doubles, mixed doubles, and singles).
Registration Fees
* $40 per player (registration fee - includes one event)
* $10 per player, per additional event
NEW Pickleball Canada Rating Differential: The system allows registration at your level or up to 0.5 above (example: If you are a 3.0 player (DUPR 3.0-3.499), you can register up to 3.5 level of play. Please note, this has changed, in the past Pickleball Canada allowed up to 1.0 above your level, this is now 0.5 above.
Teams must compete at the level of the highest-rated player.
Age Divisions
* Age is determined as of December 31, 2026
* Teams must compete in the division of the youngest player
* Teams may choose to play in a younger age category
Additional Details
Registration is first come, first serve.
If you do not have a partner, you can indicate this during registration using the “Looking for a Partner” option. We also recommend contacting tournament organizers directly to assist with pairing if you see someone "Looking for a Partner" Sometimes the "contact player" button doesn't work well.
Tournament play will use the Franklin X-40 ball.
Partner Registration Policy:
* The first player to register holds the spot for 5 days
* The second partner must register within that timeframe
* If not completed, the team will be moved to the waitlist
* If a partner withdraws, the remaining player has 5 days to find a replacement
Scheduling Notes
FRIDAY: Singles Play (starting at 12:00PM)
SATURDAY: Gendered Doubles (Mens & Womens)
SUNDAY: Mixed Doubles (ending by 5:00PM)
We are looking forward to an exciting tournament and can’t wait to see everyone on the courts!
– The Pickleball NL Team
