Copper Sky's new pickleball and volleyball courts get their opening week celebration next week. For Maricopa residents, the choice is between a Tuesday evening with competition and costumes and a Saturday morning built around learning the game.
The city's official schedule flyer lists three gatherings:
Tuesday, Sept. 22: Ribbon cutting — 8 a.m. Arizona time.
Tuesday, Sept. 22: New Courts on the Block / Top Gun Volleyball — 6–9 p.m. Arizona time.
Saturday, Sept. 26: Discover Pickleball — 8–11 a.m. Arizona time.
Copper Sky’s announced opening-week schedule. Arizona times; weather permitting. Source: City of Maricopa. Photo: OurMaricopa original graphic. Cover: AI-generated editorial illustration.
Pick the session that fits
Tuesday night's party combines a pickleball round-robin tournament, sand volleyball, '80s music and a costume contest. Volleyball players may bring a team or join others, according to the city's Sept. 10 announcement.
Tournament preregistration is supposed to start the day before—Monday, Sept. 21—through ActiveNet. The announcement also allows in-person signup at 6 p.m. Tuesday. It leaves detailed tournament rules for a later update.
Saturday's session offers beginner instruction and open play. Local ambassadors will explain rules, techniques and equipment, with opportunities to connect with other players. A newcomer looking for an introduction may find that a better starting point than entering Tuesday's tournament.
Sources
City of Maricopa — “New Courts. Three Events. One Big Celebration.” Opening announcement. Published September 10, 2026; accessed September 15, 2026.
City of Maricopa — “Save the Date: New Pickleball & Volleyball Courts Opening — Copper Sky Regional Park.” Schedule flyer accompanying the announcement. Accessed September 15, 2026.
City of Maricopa — “Copper Sky.” Venue contact and accommodation information. Publication date not displayed; accessed September 15, 2026.
City of Maricopa / ACTIVE Network — “Activity search.” Official recreation catalog. Checked September 15, 2026. Tournament availability was not confirmed.