New Indoor Pickleball Club Planned for Fairfield

The Picklr to open 18,500-square-foot facility in former Party City space

Apr. 16, 2026 at 10:58pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented pickleball game, with sharp planes of teal, orange, and purple intersecting to create a dynamic, abstract representation of the sport.The new Picklr indoor pickleball club in Fairfield will offer a premium, year-round experience for players of all skill levels.Fairfield Today

The Picklr, a rapidly expanding network of premium indoor pickleball clubs across North America, has signed a lease to open a new 18,500-square-foot facility in Fairfield, California. The new club is expected to open in May 2026 and will be The Picklr's second location in Northern California.

Why it matters

Pickleball has become one of the fastest-growing recreational sports in the country, and the new Fairfield location will help meet the increasing demand for dedicated indoor pickleball facilities in the region. The club's opening will bring a new dynamic recreational amenity to the Fairfield community.

The details

The new Fairfield club will be located in the Gateway Courtyard retail center, across from Solano Mall. Plans for the facility include seven courts - one of them a championship court - along with AI-powered coaching technology, leagues, tournaments, and drop-in play. Additional amenities are expected to include a pro shop, grab-and-go food and beverage options, private event spaces, locker rooms and showers, outdoor surfacing areas, and court reservation services.

  • The Picklr signed the lease for the new Fairfield location on April 16, 2026.
  • The new 18,500-square-foot facility is expected to open in May 2026.

The players

The Picklr

A rapidly expanding network of premium indoor pickleball clubs across North America, backed by partners including Pickleball Inc. and Super Bowl champion Drew Brees.

John Brecher

Senior Vice President at JLL, the global commercial real estate services and investment management firm that represented The Picklr in the transaction.

Andy Eliopoulos

Owner of The Picklr Fairfield location.

Chris Walker

Chief Development Officer at The Picklr.

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What they’re saying

“Pickleball continues to be one of the fastest-growing recreational sports in the country, and concepts like The Picklr are helping meet the increasing demand for dedicated indoor facilities.”

— John Brecher, Senior Vice President at JLL

“We're incredibly excited to bring The Picklr to Fairfield and be part of such a vibrant and growing community. Our vision is to deliver a premium, year-round pickleball experience while creating a welcoming environment where players of all levels can connect, dink, and compete.”

— Andy Eliopoulos, Owner of The Picklr Fairfield

“We're eager to open our second Northern California location in Fairfield. The city stood out to us for its strong demand for year-round recreational activities and its central location between Sacramento and the Bay Area.”

— Chris Walker, Chief Development Officer at The Picklr

What’s next

The Picklr is currently inviting prospective players to sign up for updates on its Founder Membership program. A limited number of early members will have access to a lifetime membership discount when presales begin ahead of the planned opening in May 2026.

The takeaway

The opening of The Picklr's new indoor pickleball facility in Fairfield reflects the growing popularity of the sport and the demand for dedicated recreational amenities that can serve players of all skill levels year-round. The club's premium offerings and central location between Sacramento and the Bay Area are expected to make it a hub for the local pickleball community.