New Pickleball Facility Opens in Albuquerque

The Picklr offers year-round indoor play for all skill levels

Published on Feb. 7, 2026

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The Picklr, a new state-of-the-art pickleball facility, celebrated its grand opening in Albuquerque, New Mexico on Saturday. The facility, located near the corner of I-40 and Eubank, was previously a Conn's Furniture Store but has been transformed into an indoor space for people of all ages and abilities to play pickleball year-round.

Why it matters

Pickleball has seen a surge in popularity in recent years, and the opening of The Picklr provides a dedicated space for the growing community of players in the Albuquerque area. The facility's focus on accessibility and inclusivity aligns with the sport's reputation as an activity that can be enjoyed by people of all skill levels.

The details

The Picklr's grand opening ceremony took place from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, featuring dozens of people in athletic wear picking up their paddles to play pickleball. Marty Garcia, the chief operating officer of The Picklr, emphasized that the sport is suitable for all abilities and ages, with a smaller court and whiffleball allowing for easier reactions compared to other sports.

  • The Picklr had its grand opening ceremony on Saturday, February 8, 2026.

The players

Marty Garcia

The chief operating officer of The Picklr, who spoke about the facility's focus on making pickleball accessible to people of all abilities and ages.

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What they’re saying

“Pickleball is a sport that is for all abilities, all ages. Why do we say that? It is played on a court much smaller than tennis. You use a whiffleball, so it allows for the ability to react in a different way, so it is great for someone who does not have their athletic mobility that maybe other sports would require.”

— Marty Garcia, Chief Operating Officer, The Picklr (KRQE)

The takeaway

The opening of The Picklr in Albuquerque provides a much-needed dedicated space for the growing pickleball community, offering an inclusive and accessible environment for players of all skill levels to enjoy the sport year-round.