Union Square is about to trade in its chessboards and farmers market stalls for something a little bouncier: Pickleball, America's "fastest-growing sport," is headed to 14th Street for the third year.

On Thursday, August 21, CityPicklePalooza will take over the North Plaza with two pro-level courts and a full day of free fun. Part of Union Square Partnership’s Free Summer Programming, CityPickle's pros are teaming up with Major League Pickleball to transform the public plaza into a full-on sports and social hub.

From 9am to 6pm, anyone can grab a paddle and jump into the action, no matter their skill level. That being said, newbies want to start with the instructional clinic, while children aged 9 to 12 receive their own dedicated sessions.

More advanced picklers can step up to compet

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