Tom Petty Park — 8-court Pickleball in Gainesville, FL

8outdoor lighted courts

Pickleball courts

Outdoor

Environment

Permanent

Nets

Free

Access

About this venue

8 outdoor lighted pickleball courts opened February 2026 at Tom Petty Park. Funded by voter-approved Wild Spaces and Public Spaces surtax. Renovations also added seating, multiuse trail, landscaping, shade structures, and stormwater pond.

The details

Address501 NE 16th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601

Courts8 outdoor lighted courts

SurfaceHardcourt

EnvironmentOutdoor

Netspermanent

CostFree (City of Gainesville public park)

AccessFree

Verified bywww.gainesvillefl.gov, www.facebook.com, www.wcjb.com

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How many pickleball courts does Tom Petty Park have?+

Tom Petty Park has 8 outdoor lighted courts.

Is Tom Petty Park indoor or outdoor?+

Tom Petty Park offers outdoor pickleball.

How much does it cost to play at Tom Petty Park?+

Free (City of Gainesville public park)

Is Tom Petty Park open to the public?+

Yes — Tom Petty Park is open to the public at no charge.

What surface are the courts at Tom Petty Park?+

Tom Petty Park plays on Hardcourt.

Where is Tom Petty Park located?+

Tom Petty Park is located at 501 NE 16th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601.