Thursday
February 18
- Men’s & women’s doubles: 50+ age brackets
- Men’s & women’s Open singles
- Coed junior doubles
The Path to Nationals
ST. LOUIS
GATEWAY OPEN
Compete in the heart of the country at a 2027 USA Pickleball Golden Ticket event built around great competition, clear communication, and genuine service to players.
Early-bird registration opens October 10
12:00 a.m. Central Time · 2026
Get ready: confirm your USA Pickleball membership and link your DUPR account. View the registration checklist.
Your weekend starts here
Plan your entry.
February 18–21, 2027 · Indoor play at Missouri Pickleball Club in Fenton, Missouri. Find your playing days, then choose your division.
$35 early-bird registration
Opens October 10, 2026. Registration increases to $45 on October 17.
$10 off for junior-only entries
For players entering junior brackets only. Entering a non-junior bracket removes the discount.
Registration fee is per player; additional event and platform fees may apply. Review the full charges on the registration platform before paying. Registration closes February 13, 2027 at noon Central.
Friday
February 19
- Men’s & women’s singles: skill/age brackets
- Junior men’s & women’s singles
Saturday
February 20
- Men’s & women’s doubles: 7–29, 30–39, and 40–49 age brackets
- Men’s & women’s Open doubles
Sunday
February 21
- Mixed doubles: all listed skill/age brackets
- Open mixed doubles
Published playing days as of October 5, 2026. Start times have not been posted. Check the Events page for your exact age/skill division and the latest schedule.
Registration opens October 10. On the official tournament page, select “Register Now” when available and sign in to complete your entry.
Before you register: check your USA Pickleball membership and connect your DUPR account.
To help us serve players well and keep the tournament running smoothly, the Tournament Director reserves the right to merge or split brackets, adjust advancement, and change formats or schedules based on entries, withdrawals, court availability, or other tournament needs. Any adjustments will follow applicable USA Pickleball rules. Read the bracket policy.
Why play
More than another weekend tournament.
The Gateway Open brings a national opportunity to the St. Louis region while keeping the experience personal. Players can expect thoughtful communication, professional tournament operations, and a team ready to help.
Compete for a Golden Ticket
Golden Ticket Tournaments offer players a direct pathway to the USA Pickleball National Championships by earning priority registration in their winning event. Learn how priority registration works.
Play in a strong regional field
St. Louis sits within easy reach of competitive pickleball communities across Missouri, Illinois, Kansas, and the Midwest.
Be served well
Pickleball Amigos brings its “Here to Serve” approach to communication, check-in, match flow, and the full player experience.
Bring your game. Make your memories.
Your next great pickleball story starts here.
Big smiles. Hard-earned medals. A team that’s here to serve. These moments from our 2026 Golden Ticket Event capture the spirit we’re bringing to St. Louis in 2027.
Find your division, plan your playing days, and get ready for your own tournament weekend.
Player feedback
What players said about our 2026 Golden Ticket Event.
The best measure of a tournament is how players are treated—from check-in through the final point.
“The staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful. You could tell they had been trained to focus on the player experience. We appreciated everyone so much!”
“Even though everyone was extremely busy, there was such a positive energy throughout the tournament. The organizers, referees, and volunteers genuinely wanted to support every player and make the experience professional and fun.”
“This was the most efficiently run tournament I have played in the St. Louis area. Hats off to the tournament director, referees, and staff who made it happen!”
Testimonials lightly edited for length and clarity.
Join us at Missouri Pickleball Club in Fenton, Missouri. See the playing-day overview above and the Events page for current divisions. Start times and travel partners will be shared as they are finalized.
Dates
February 18–21, 2027
Status
Golden Ticket event
Early registration
Opens October 10, 2026
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