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Alachua County Sports & Events Center
21 indoor courts · Gainesville, FL
21 indoor courts confirmed by Gainesville Sports Commission facility page and GBP. Address 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave FL 32608 confirmed by multiple official sources. Phone numbers conflict: (352) 338-9300 (Gainesville Sports Commission), (352) 264-6550 (Yelp/VisitGainesville), (864) 680-8904 (GlobalPickleball/worklist) — patching most-official. Website alachua-sports.com resolves to RADDSports (volleyball/cheer) at a different address; pickleball not featured on that site. Drop-in open play ($5/player) documented April 2026; permanent hours not confirmed. Cannot confirm consistent regular hours from official source — needs phone call to verify current schedule and cost.
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Paddles · Best overall
JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus 16mm
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Beginner paddles · Best starter feel
JOOLA Essentials
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Balls · Outdoor standard
Franklin X-40 Outdoor (12-pack)
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Alachua County Sports & Events Center has 21 indoor courts.
Alachua County Sports & Events Center offers indoor pickleball.
$5/player drop-in open play; event rates vary
Yes — Alachua County Sports & Events Center is open to the public on a pay-to-play basis.
Alachua County Sports & Events Center plays on Indoor hardcourt.
Open Pickleball Nights Tue–Wed 5:30–8:30 pm (April 2026 program); general schedule varies by event booking — check RADDSports Pickleball on social media
Alachua County Sports & Events Center is located at 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608.
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