Palm Springs opens new 22-court pickleball complex at Demuth Park

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — Pickleball players in Palm Springs will soon have a new place to play, with the city celebrating the grand opening of a 22-court complex at Demuth Park.

The $5.1 million project, funded in part through Measure J, includes new courts, shade structures, seating areas, drinking fountains and sports lighting.

The grand opening celebration is scheduled for 4 p.m. at Demuth Park, 4365 E. Mesquite Avenue. The event will feature a ribbon-cutting, demonstrations, open play, music, refreshments and giveaways.

The new courts will be open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. All courts will be available for reservations from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. After 3 p.m., one court per skill level will remain available for reservations, while the remaining courts will be designated for open play.