Court Rentals
Pickleball & Tennis
Lock in court time online! Easily view availability and confirm your rental with payment.
We’ll make sure your court is reserved for you so you don’t have to worry about waiting your turn, kicking people off your court, or feeling rushed to finish.
You have control over your rental online and through the Big City Pickle web app.
Choose from multiple locations in Chicago. Use the links below for more information about each location and to search for rental times just for those courts. Or use our schedule below to search for availability at all our courts.
Book a private event!
Book more than 2 weeks in advance. Book more than 2 courts at a time. Add food and/or drink to your reservation. Add a facilitated mini-tournament or Learn to Play Pickleball Lesson. Fill out an event inquiry form today!
( Closed for the Season – Reopening Fall 2025)
Pickleball at the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel is an experience every pickleballer in Chicago should have on their bucket list. This iconic location has two courts. The Stagg Court features a wood floor in the building’s basketball gym. “The Tank” has a mosaic tile floor resembling the building’s pool that used to be there.
Each gym has just one doubles court so you’ll have the room to yourselves with plenty of unobstructed space around the outside. Get a group together and book a rental. Check out the availability below.
Chicago Athletic Association Hotel Pickleball
12 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60603
Metered street parking in the area. Convenient parking at Millennium Park Parking Garage. Very accessible by CTA.
(Closed for the Season – Reopening Fall 2025)
This Fulton Market indoor pickleball location is just around the corner from Morgan Manufacturing. With only three courts, this location is perfect for mini-tournaments, rentals, and pickup games. Availability at this location is limited so when you see an opportunity to play here, be sure to jump on it!
Big City Pickle – City Hall Events
838 W Kinzie St
Chicago, IL 60642
Very limited parking in the immediate area. If driving, look for parking garages or leave a little extra time for walking from street parking. Very accessible by CTA.
( Closed for the Season – Reopening Fall 2025)
These spacious indoor concrete courts are open late fall through the spring. The cool vibe at Morgan Manufacturing is the perfect place to rent a court with friends and then stick around for a drink at the bar.
This Fulton Market location has a small parking lot and street parking within a few blocks. It is a less than 10-minute walk from the blue and green lines.
Morgan Manufacturing
401 N Morgan St
Chicago, IL 60642
Nestled in Fulton Market next to West Loop, these 15 pickleball courts are available 7-days a week from morning to night. Bar on site!
Big City Pickle – Fulton Market
170 N Green St.
Chicago 60642
Limited street parking available. Public transit accessible.
Formerly known as Sport & Social Courts, Moody Bible, and the Oak St Courts, these popular courts are open from March through late fall.
Outdoor Pickleball and Tennis
302 W Walton St, Chicago, IL 60610
Paid street parking available.
The entrance to the courts is on the southeast corner of the fencing,
Rent an outdoor pickleball court at Big City Pickle- Lincoln Yards!
This location has 11 outdoor courts available March through late fall.
Big City Pickle – Lincoln Yards
1680 N Throop St. Chicago 60642
Street parking available
Rent an outdoor pickleball court at Big City Pickle- South Loop at the 78!
This location has 10 outdoor courts available March through late fall.
Big City Pickle – South Loop at the 78
1250 S Wells St. Chicago 60607
Free parking lot available.
The Pickleball Rental Booking Window opens 2 weeks in advance. To book multiple courts more than 2 weeks in advance, please call 312-850-8177 or email us. Planning a special event? Fill out our Event Inquiry Form.
Rental Options and Pricing:
Rental rates vary by location and Peak and Off-Peak times. Please use the booking tool on bigcitypickle.podplay.app to get the most up to date pricing.
Paddles are available to rent for $5 each during check-in
Additional Information
The court rental is a flat rate for up to 6 people per court. There may be rentals or other games immediately before or after yours on the court you are renting, so please respect the time frame for your rental. Pick up after yourselves and make sure you leave with all of your belongings. We are not responsible for lost items.
What’s included in your rental
Your rental guarantees your time on the court. Nets are included at the court. A Big City Pickle representative will ensure your court is accessible at your rental time and the net is set up. You may bring your own racket/paddle and balls. Balls available to borrow.
Cancellations Due to Weather
If we feel the courts are unplayable due to rain or water on the courts, Big City Pickle will cancel the reservations and you will not be charged for your reservation. If you have questions, please contact Big City Pickle office: 312-850-8177 M-F 9am-5pm.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your reservation up to 12 hours before your reservation to avoid any cancelation fees. Cancelations within 12 hours will be charged the full amount for the reservation. If you need to cancel less than 12 hours before your reservation and wish to speak to someone about your circumstance and to avoid a cancelation fee, you can call the office M-F 9am-5pm 312-850-8177.