The 2026 DoorDash MLP Finals are set to take over CityPickle at Wollman Rink in New York City from August 28-30. Four elite teams—the New Jersey 5s, St. Louis Shock, Brooklyn Pickleball Team, and Dallas Flash—will compete for the championship title in the heart of Central Park.
Event Logistics and Attendance Guidelines
Whether you are attending in person or watching from home, it is essential to understand the event's structure and policies. Because the schedule depends on match outcomes, fans should monitor MLP social channels for real-time updates. Below are the key details for navigating the event:
- Entry and Navigation: Wollman Rink is located near the southeast corner of Central Park. Attendees should enter at 59th Street and 6th Avenue, following the path off Center Drive. Check-in opens one hour prior to the start of daily matches.
- Bag Policy: Guests are limited to one bag per person, which must not exceed 12” W x 12” H x 16” L. All bags are subject to search, and there is no storage available on-site.
- Prohibited Items: To ensure safety and a professional environment, the following items are strictly banned: backpacks (except single-compartment drawstring bags), hard coolers, glass containers, alcohol, video recording equipment, drones, selfie sticks, laser pointers, weapons, and noise-making devices.
- Food and Drink: Outside food and beverages are not permitted. However, guests may bring reusable water bottles (24 oz. or less) to use at the fountains located inside the venue.
- Seating Restrictions: Stadium chairs or cushions brought for the bleachers cannot exceed 13.5” H x 17” W x 17” D.
- Broadcast Information: All matches will be streamed live on PickleballTV and the PickleballTV app. Additional coverage will be provided by MSG, CBS, and Tennis Channel. Note that the Sunday CBS broadcast window is limited to 12–1 p.m. ET, with the remainder of the action continuing on PickleballTV.
The competition follows a best-of-three match series format. Depending on whether the semifinals result in sweeps or require three matches, the schedule for Saturday and Sunday will shift accordingly. Fans are encouraged to check the official MLP Finals event page for the most current bracket and timing information as the weekend progresses.
