The USA Pickleball National Championships is an annual national championship, with the 2026 edition scheduled for October 31 to November 8 at Barnes Tennis Center in San Diego, California. USA Pickleball describes it as the longest standing national championship in the sport, bringing qualified athletes together to compete for national titles across age and skill divisions. Entry runs through a qualification pathway that includes Golden Ticket tournaments and the Tiered Point System. The 2025 edition drew more than 2,500 players and over 10,000 total attendees, per USA Pickleball. Spectator general admission is free, with paid tickets for championship court seating. Registration and ticket information are available on the event site.