The countdown is officially on for the biggest event on the Australian pickleball calendar, kicking off on September 29 — the 2025 Trilogy Funds Australian Pickleball Championships (APC)! A few months ago, I shared a sneak peek at what was shaping up to be the biggest APC yet, and now I’m back to share all the new details that have been confirmed since.
With over 1,100 players already registered, hundreds of event categories suitable for players of all skills and ages, a festival-style entertainment hub and — for the first time in APC history — a juicy $30,000 prize pool, you’re going to want to be there (brownie points for bringing all of your family and friends along, too).
Registrations are only open until 31 August, so make sure to get in quick!
APC 2025 at-a-glance: Dates, venue & registration
Get the key details locked in early! Here’s your quick guide to the 2025 Australian Pickleball Championships:
- Event: 2025 Trilogy Funds Australian Pickleball Championships (APC)
- Dates: Monday 29 September – Monday 6 October, 2025
- Location: Pimpama Sports Hub*, Gold Coast QLD
- Host: Pickleball Australia, in partnership with Experience Gold Coast and Trilogy Funds
- Registration: Available until 31 August via pickleballtournaments.com
This year marks the second year of a four-year partnership bringing APC to the Gold Coast.
*The Pimpama Sports Hub is the largest sports precinct on the northern Gold Coast. Learn more about the venue and architecture here and here!
When & where: APC 2025 venue + getting there
The APC will run from 29 September to 6 October 2025 at the Pimpama Sports Hub in northern Gold Coast. With brand-new dedicated pickleball courts and a massive netball centre to be converted into the heart of the pickle action at the APC, the venue is ready to welcome players from across Australia and beyond for a week-long celebration of the sport.
The Pimpama Sports Hub is just a 45-minute drive from Brisbane City, a 20-minute drive from the heart of the Gold Coast, and fully accessible by public transport, including bus lines that stop directly at the Sports Hub.
For public transport options and step-by-step journey plans to Pimpama Sports Hub—including buses 720, 721, 724 and train connections via Coomera Station—check out the journey planner on TransLink.
What to expect at APC 2025: Events, prize pool & atmosphere
The APC will host more than 230 events across 56 courts, with divisions designed to cater to all ages and abilities. Alongside the crowd favourites, players can look forward to:
- Split-age doubles and combined-age pairings
- Inclusive categories for People with Intellectual Disabilities (PWID); Deaf & Heard of Hearing (HoH) competitors; Parachair, Parastanding and hybrid events; and age categories from under 14 through 80+
- The APC’s first ever prize pool, with $30,000 up for grabs
- A pumping festival atmosphere, thanks to an entertainment hub with live music, food trucks, merchandise stalls, player lounges, media centres and more
Whether you’re competing or cheering from the sidelines, there will be plenty to keep you entertained both on and off the court.
APC 2025 prize money breakdown
Register for APC 2025: Deadlines & entry info
If you’re planning to compete, make sure you get in quick! Registrations are only open for a few more days for all events.
- General entry closes on 25 August 2025 (AUD $100)
- Late entry is available until 31 August 2025 (AUD $120)
Pickleball Australia has also welcomed Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise and InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort as the official accommodation partners for the 2025 Australian Pickleball Championships. Both venues are offering exclusive rates, priority booking options, and special event perks to ensure a comfortable stay for players, officials, and supporters.
Further details for accommodation partners can be found on Pickleball Australia’s APC page.
Come join the fun!
With over 1,100 players already signed up, this year’s APC is on track to set a new benchmark for pickleball in Australia. Be part of the biggest event in the country and test your skills against the best of the best players.
If you’re planning to play, don’t miss out:
- General entry closes 25 August (AUD 100)
- Late entry available until 31 August (AUD 120)
Head to Pickleball Australia or the tournament site to grab your spot, book your stay, and start the countdown. See you courtside at Pimpama!
Just one thing remains to be seen… who will be the next Australian national champions?!
