Bacolod has barely had time to catch its breath. Not lengthy after the MassKara Pageant event, the Metropolis of Smiles is already making ready for one more large one. Pickleball Invasion 2026 is ready for 4–6 December 2026, and organisers say it will likely be one of many greatest pickleball tournaments in Philippine historical past.
The Occasion
The three-day event is offered by Grace Pharmacy and UNILAB. Organisers have already launched the primary teaser video on the occasion’s official Fb web page, promising a showcase of competitors, sportsmanship and wellness.
The occasion is anticipated to attract gamers, lovers and sports activities communities from throughout the nation, with a concentrate on bodily health, energetic life and neighborhood involvement. Grace Pharmacy and UNILAB’s partnership is constructed round well being and wellness, highlighting the function of sport in constructing more healthy communities.
Crystal Canillo, advertising and marketing head of Pickleball Invasion 2026, mentioned the purpose goes past the scoreboard. “We wish Pickleball Invasion to be an expertise that goes past the court docket,” she mentioned.
She added that the occasion hopes to carry communities collectively, encourage more healthy and extra energetic life, and provides Bacolod and the entire Philippines a sporting occasion to be pleased with.
What’s Nonetheless to Come
There are many blanks to fill in. Organisers are anticipated to launch extra particulars within the coming days, together with:
- The official lineup of occasion companions
- Event officers and the core organising group
- The venue for the three-day competitors
- Registration tips and event classes
All of this shall be launched by means of the event’s official communication channels.
Bacolod’s Rising Pickleball Credentials
The town has been busy. Pickleball Invasion follows the inaugural Benitez Million Pickleball Cup, held from 16 to 18 October as a part of the MassKara Pageant celebration. Spearheaded by Negros Occidental third District Consultant Javier Miguel Benitez, that event had a complete prize pool of ₱1 million and drew roughly 800 gamers from throughout the nation.
It additionally gave one thing again. A part of the members’ registration charges went to assist the Negrense Volunteers for Change Basis’s little one vitamin programme.
With a second main occasion now lined up, Bacolod is giving gamers extra causes to journey, compete and join, and constructing a status as a vacation spot for aggressive pickleball within the Philippines.
