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DURHAM, NC · SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2026 · PARKS & REC

2026 Nutcracker Pickleball Tournament Women's 4.0+ (18+)

Join us Saturday, December 5, 2026 for the 7th Annual Nutcracker Pickleball Tournament at the outdoor courts at Piney Wood Park.

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A wooden gym floor with a basketball and hoop, woodcut illustration

Fig. 01 — Piney Wood Park

About the event

Join us Saturday, December 5, 2026 for the 7th Annual Nutcracker Pickleball Tournament at the outdoor courts at Piney Wood Park. This tournament offers a women's doubles division in the 4.0+ level. Teams are encouraged to dress in fun holiday attire to compete. Prizes for best costumes as well as medals for the top three teams will be awarded. The deadline to register is Monday November 30th and space is limited to 12 participants (6 teams). Players must be adults aged 18 and over to compete. Each player must register individually online through Durham Parks and Recreation Department. Your partner's name must be listed when you sign up. In order to be included in the schedule for the tournament, both players (per team) must be registered by the assigned deadline. DPR is unable to hold spots. *DUPR SCORES WILL NOT BE RECORDED OR REPORTED *Although tournament registration and payment will be processed by DPR we may utilize an external platform to manage the pickleball tournament. If the platform is used, participants will be required to create an account.

Ages: 18 yrs +,

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