New Pickleball Courts Open Just in Time for the Weekend

Palm Beach Gardens, FL · July 17, 2026

The humidity is holding steady, but the weekend is finally within reach. If you're heading toward the North County District Park this morning, you'll notice the construction tape is finally gone from the new courts.

📰 The Lead

The long-awaited expansion of the pickleball complex at Gardens North County District Park is officially complete, with the final six courts opening to the public at 8:00 AM today. This brings the total count to 18 permanent courts, a move intended to slash the wait times that have become a staple of Saturday mornings.

The project included the installation of high-efficiency LED lighting for night play and shaded spectator benches, which will be a welcome relief given this afternoon's forecast. City officials noted that while the courts are first-come, first-served for general play, several blocks are already reserved for the upcoming "Summer Smash" tournament next month. For those looking to beat the heat, the new lighting system allows for play until 10:00 PM daily. Grab your paddle; the surface is cured and ready for its first serves.

🏙️ Local Pulse

  • PGA Boulevard Landscaping Cleanup — Crews are finishing the median replanting near Military Trail today, so expect minor rolling lane closures through noon.

  • Youth Summer Theater Showcase — The city’s theater campers are performing their final production at the Burns Road Auditorium at 2:00 PM today.

🌦️ Today's Outlook

  • High 90°F · Low 76°F — Rain showers (53% chance of precipitation) Keep the umbrella handy for those scattered afternoon downpours typical of a July Friday.

📅 What's On Around Town

  • Youth Theater: "The Jungle Book" — Burns Road Community Center, 2:00 PM Support local campers as they wrap up their summer session with a live performance.

  • Live Music: The Sunset Trio — Downtown at the Gardens, 6:00–9:00 PM Classic rock and jazz covers on the center stage near the carousel.

  • Friday Night Movie: "The Goonies" — Veterans Plaza, 7:00 PM Free outdoor screening; bring lawn chairs and arrive early for good spots.

  • Jupiter: Lighthouse Sunset Tour — Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse, 7:15 PM Short drive for a climb and a view of the coast at dusk.

  • West Palm Beach: Screen on the Green — The Great Lawn, 6:30 PM Family-friendly movie night under the stars by the waterfront.

📸 Spotlight & Story

  • Palm Beach Gardens Historical Society Museum
    • Tucked inside the mall, this collection preserves the vision of city founder John D. MacArthur. It features original blueprints and photographs from the 1950s, detailing how a massive tract of pine scrub was transformed into a "garden city."

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