For the first time since 2023, MLP returns to Arizona in 2025 — now bigger and better than ever. Hosted by the hometown Phoenix Flames, this four-day event brings the world’s top pro pickleball teams to the Arizona Athletic Grounds. Many matches from Thursday through Saturday will be played under the lights, with later start times to beat the Arizona heat and turn up the nighttime energy.
Experience the excitement with our Grounds Pass – your gateway to the tournament venue! Immerse yourself in the action with access to all amateur matches and some professional matches outside of the Center Court and Grandstand
One courtside ticket to the venue and first come, first serve for the seating on Championship Court. These tickets will grant you access to sit in the bleachers. It includes access to watch the action on all MLP match courts, concessions, bar, DJ, sponsor tents, and more. Doors open one hour prior to the first scheduled matches.
To level up your MLP experience, buy your ticket to the VIP Lounge and enjoy the highest-profile matches on championship court in comfort and style. Included in your ticket purchase is access for one person to the VIP Lounge. Two (2) drink tickets , lunch, snacks, soft drinks, and prime sideline seats all included.
*Please note that seating is not guaranteed and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.*
All matches available on Pickleballtv and the Pickleballtv App, in addition to:
Friday, May 30
Saturday, May 31
Sunday, June 1 on MSG Networks in the tri-state area
Amateur matches will be held next to Championship Court, where Major League Pickleball teams will compete. This tournament follows a PPA-style singles and doubles bracket, identical to amateur events at PPA tournaments.
Championship Court and Grandstand Court at Arizona Athletic Grounds are both outdoors. Championship Court is under a shade covering. Amateur matches for the Phoenix Classic are also outdoors.
Per the Arizona Athletic Grounds policy – parking is free Monday-Thursday and Friday until 3 p.m. Paid parking begins Friday at 3 p.m. and continues through the weekend. The rate is $5 per day with unlimited in and out privileges. We recommend parking in Lot 1 for closest proximity to the pickleball courts.
See more information here.
In an effort to beat the heat, pro matches start at 3pm MT on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, with the last matches starting at 8:30pm PT.
Sunday matches start at 8am PT, with the last match starting at 12:30pm PT.
Championship Court and Grandstand Court are both outdoors at the Austin Pickle Ranch. With warm temperatures expected, spectators are encouraged to dress and plan accordingly. Personal water containers are allowed as the venue will have hydration stations.
The Austin Classic amateur tournament will be played indoors at the facility.
ABOUT THE EVENT
For the first time since 2023, MLP returns to Arizona in 2025 —now bigger and better than ever. Experience four days of thrilling competition as the world’s top professional coed pickleball teams battle it out at Arizona Athletic Grounds in Mesa, AZ.
Hosted by the hometown Phoenix Flames, this event marks the fourth of 10 regular season events on the 2025 MLP calendar. A select lineup of MLP’s 22 teams will face off in pivotal matches, earning standings points on their journey towards a spot in the MLP Playoffs in August and an opportunity to battle for the most difficult championship to win in all of professional pickleball.
PARTICIPATING TEAMS:
PREMIER TEAMS
Atlanta Bouncers, D.C. Pickleball Team, Dallas Flash, Los Angeles Mad Drops, Phoenix, Flames, SoCal Hard Eights, Utah Black Diamonds
Stay tuned for the detailed match schedule and streaming information. Be sure to follow MLP on social and join our mailing list to get the latest updates.
Don’t miss your chance to witness the energy and excitement of MLP! The 2025 MLP season includes 10 regular-season events, a Mid-Season Tournament, the two-week Playoffs, and the standalone MLP Cup in November.
Arizona Athletic Grounds
6321 S Ellsworth Rd
Mesa, AZ 85212
