2026 Pickle in the Land - presented by Akron Children's 

DATES: November 5-8, 2026 

LOCATION: Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland (300 Lakeside Ave E Cleveland, OH 44113)

Greater Cleveland Sports Commission (GCSC) and Rock Entertainment Group (REG) are thrilled to host the midwest's premier pickleball tournament in The Land this November!

Pickle in the Land will transform the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland into a massive indoor pickleball hub. USA pickleball credentialed officials will be on site to officiate all medal matches for the second consecutive year as we welcome participants of various skill levels. 

Volunteer registration is OPEN and we are looking for support in the following ways: 

• Registration Assistants 
• Awards  Assistants 
• Basket Runners - new position & higest priority!! 

As a volunteer, you may be asked to fill in at a different position based on needs that arise during the event. Volunteers will recieve a meal, snacks, and an event branded T-shirt to wear during their shift(s). 

To register for this opportunity, click on the purple SIGN UP NOW button on the right side of your screen. For more information on any specific questions, please reach out to volunteer@clevelandsports.org. 

• Greater Cleveland Sports Commission Volunteer Program 
• Greater Cleveland Sports Commission Volunteer Program Handbook