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Open Gym Pickleball

Name: Open Gym Pickleball
Start: 2026-10-23T18:00:00-05:00
Location: Center on Halsted

Center on Halsted

3656 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60613

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Fri, Oct 23 · 6:00 PM

Friday, October 23, 2026

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Open Gym Pickleball at Center on Halsted in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood is a relaxed, all-levels session on the full-size gym court. Grab a paddle, meet some players, and get in a game whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned rally-maker. It starts Friday at 6:00 PM, and everyone's welcome to jump in.

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