About this Event
Event Overview:
Celebrate the season with a holiday twist on pickleball and speed dating!
Pickleball Match-up brings together pickleball lovers for an evening of fun, fitness, and festive connections. Whether you’re new to the sport or a seasoned player, this event is about making meaningful connections — both on and off the court.
Participants will rotate through short, fast-paced games and off-court mini mingles designed to spark conversation and laughter. Add in holiday music, festive attire, and a cheerful atmosphere, and you’ve got a night of good vibes and potential new friendships (or doubles partners!).
Date: Friday, December 19th
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: ROC City Pickleball | 1861 Scottsville Rd. Rochester, NY 14623
Dress Code: Festive activewear encouraged — think holiday colors, Santa hats, or jingle bell accessories!
🕒 Event Agenda:
6:00 – 6:20 PM | Check-In & Warm-Up
- Arrive, grab a name tag
- Light warm-up and introductions with upbeat holiday music.
6:20 – 6:30 PM | Welcome & Intro to Pickleball
- Quick and lively activity to loosen up and meet others.
- Example: rally the ball back and forth while answering lighthearted holiday or pickleball-themed questions (“Favorite holiday movie?” “Best pickleball shot?”).
6:30 – 7:15 PM | Pickleball Speed Dating Rounds
- Short doubles matches (~8 minutes each).
- Rotate courts and partners each round — get to meet new people every time.
- Between rounds, quick conversation prompts to keep the mingling going.
7:15 – 7:25 PM | Festive Matchmaking & Mingling
- Off-court mingle time with holiday snacks or light refreshments (cookies, fruit, cocoa, etc.).
- Fill out a simple “Match Card” for players you’d like to connect with again.
- Organizers collect the cards to share mutual matches post-event.
7:25 – 8:10 PM | Pickleball Speed Dating Rounds
- Short doubles matches (~8 minutes each).
- Rotate courts and partners each round — get to meet new people every time.
- Between rounds, quick conversation prompts to keep the mingling going.
8:10 – 8:30 PM | Holiday Cheer & Open Court
- Raffle or fun prize for “Most Festive Attire” or “Most Spirited Player.”
- Group photo to wrap up the evening!
- Open Play until Ted says we need to leave!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
ROC City Pickleball, 1861 Scottsville Road, Rochester, United States
USD 28.52
