It is the only week of the year you can rally under the Times Square billboards, and it costs nothing. The pro exhibitions bring genuinely high-level play to a walk-up crowd, and open-play slots let anyone on the courts. For a free Midtown stop this week, nothing else comes close.
What to expect
Pop-up courts on the plazas from late morning through evening; walk-up open play with paddles provided, scheduled clinics, and pro matches at prime hours.
Good to know
- Free — walk up; some open-play slots use same-day signup
- Times Square plazas, Broadway ~43rd-47th
- Pro match times posted on citypickle.com
- Paddles and balls provided
- Runs Wed-Sun, weather permitting
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Common questions
Is CityPicklePalooza free?
Yes — open play, clinics, and watching the pro exhibitions on the Times Square plazas are all free.
Do I need to bring a paddle?
No — paddles and balls are provided for open-play sessions.
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