📅 Upcoming · 17–25 October 2026

Chiang Mai Pickleball First Open Play at Central Airport

For nine days, Central Chiangmai Airport is putting a pickleball court in the middle of the mall: beginner workshops with pro coaches, open play, and a doubles tournament on both weekends. Here is what you need to know before you go.

✍️ Register (official form) 📍 Open in Google Maps
This event has finished. Want to keep playing? Our open play guide lists where you can just turn up this week, and the events page has what's coming next.
Dates
17–25 October 2026
Sat 17 Oct to Sun 25 Oct
Where
4th Floor Activity Area
Central Chiangmai Airport (indoor, in the mall)
What's on
Workshops · Open play · Tournament
Coaching by One More Pickleball (Hang Dong)
Enquiries
053-999-199 ext. 1316
Central Chiangmai Airport
👟 Badminton shoes only, with no exceptions. The organisers say anyone without badminton shoes will not be allowed to take part. Running shoes and street trainers don't count. If you don't own badminton or indoor court shoes, get some before you go. Our map shows where the Decathlon stores are.

📆 Schedule

The tournament weekends are fixed. Session times for workshops and open play have not been published; staff assign them when they confirm your registration.

17–18 OctSat – Sun

Women's Doubles tournament

The first weekend's competition. The organisers invite shoppers to come and cheer.

17–25 OctThroughout

Beginner workshops & open play

Learn the basics and some technique with professional coaches from One More Pickleball & Sport Club. Aimed at people trying pickleball for the first time; experienced players are welcome on court too.

24–25 OctSat – Sun

Men's Doubles tournament

The closing weekend's competition.

📸 Photos from the first weekend

Taken on Sunday 18 October at the mall's court. The dome and the seating make it a good spot to watch from, even if you're not playing.

Two players in a doubles match on the blue and orange pickleball court set up under the dome at Central Chiangmai Airport, with spectators seated around the court
The mall's pickleball court under the atrium dome, with seating on both sides.
Spectators watching a match on the pickleball court in the Central Chiangmai Airport atrium, with the Supersports pro shop stand behind
Spectators and the Supersports stand beside the court.
A player stretching for a forehand during a doubles match at Central Chiangmai Airport, with a crowd of shoppers watching beyond the net
Doubles action on the first weekend, watched by shoppers.

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✍️ How to register

The process is a little different from booking a court, so allow time for it.

Fill in the official form linked from Central Chiangmai Airport's Facebook post (direct link). The form is in Thai; your browser's translate option handles it fine.
Wait for a call back. Your place is only confirmed when event staff contact you. Staff decide how many people join each session, so sign up early if you want a weekend slot.
Bring badminton shoes and arrive a little early. The court is on the 4th floor activity area.

❓ Not confirmed yet

We only publish what we can check. The official post and form don't say:

Know any of these? Email hello@pickleballcnx.com and we'll update this page.

🏓 Caught the bug? Where to play next

Mall events are a great first taste. When it's over, these are the easiest ways to keep playing in Chiang Mai.

Beginner's Guide to Pickleball in Chiang Mai

Costs, gear, beginner-friendly venues and how to find a game.

Read the guide →

Play with the coaches: One More Pickleball

The workshop coaches' own 2-court venue in Hang Dong runs open play six times a week for 120 THB per 3-hour session. Book on Reclub.

See the venue →

Open Play: Where to Just Show Up

Drop-in sessions across the city, including daily morning play at Chiang Mai Pickleball Club in Hai Ya.

See open play →

Lessons & Coaching

Group clinics and private coaching if the workshop left you wanting more.

Find a coach →

All Courts in Chiang Mai

17 venues and groups with prices in THB, hours and court types.

Browse the directory →

💬 FAQ

When and where is the Chiang Mai Pickleball First Open Play?
17–25 October 2026 in the 4th Floor Activity Area of Central Chiangmai Airport. Women's Doubles runs 17–18 October and Men's Doubles 24–25 October.
What shoes do I need?
Badminton shoes only. The organisers say there are no exceptions: without badminton shoes you can't take part.
How do I sign up for a beginner workshop?
Use the official registration form. Your place is confirmed only when staff contact you. For questions, call 053-999-199 ext. 1316.
Is it free?
No price has been published either way. Ask when staff call to confirm, or phone the number above.
I've never played. Is this a good place to start?
Yes. The workshops are designed for complete beginners and it's indoors in an air-conditioned mall, so heat and rain don't matter. Our beginner's guide covers the rules and what to expect afterwards.

Details checked 14 October 2026 against the official Central Chiangmai Airport Facebook post, the event registration form and the CMHY.city listing. PickleballCNX is independent and not affiliated with the organisers. Event details can change, so check with the mall before you travel.