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Portland, OR - August 3, 2023 – The People's Courts, a highly anticipated new 48,000 sq ft multi-court recreational and social space at 2700 NE 82nd Ave in Portland, Oregon, officially opens on Friday, August 25th.
The People’s Courts brings something truly unique to the Pacific Northwest region through high quality courts and games for all ages, groups, and skill levels. Paired with exceptional local food, drinks, and a welcoming social atmosphere, The People’s Courts will be a year-round entertainment destination.
The People's Courts offers:
Pickleball: Five indoor and six outdoor pickleball courts plus two "skinny singles" courts, and a “dinkum” court
Bocce Ball: Five courts
Ping Pong: Six to ten tables
Cornhole: Six to ten courts
Disc Golf Putt-Putt: A one-of-a-kind nine hole putt-putt style indoor Disc Golf course
Arcade with classic and modern games
Pro-Shop with a well-curated selection of equipment and merchandise
Two Restaurants:
‘The Kitchen’ is a bar and grill serving generous burgers, sausages, salads, and rice bowls developed by Nate Tilden of Clyde Common and Olympia Provisions.
‘The Parlor’ serves parlor-style pizza created by Brian Spangler of Apizza Scholls, as well as soft serve ice cream. The beverage menu throughout the venue features local beer, wine, craft cocktails and mocktails, and Deadstock Coffee.
“After a total interior and exterior renovation, we’re excited to open this unique space for quality recreational experiences, with a focus on building a fun and social atmosphere,” says Dave Sacks, Co-owner of The People’s Courts. “This is unlike any other venue in the country.”
With the opening of The People’s Courts, owners Dave Schrott, Dave Sacks, and Robert Sacks demonstrate their continued commitment to investing in Portland’s restaurant and tourism industry. They are also owners of the buildings that house Coopers Hall Winery and Taproom, Spirit of 77, Oven and Shaker, and other iconic local venues.
“We are ecstatic for our new neighbors, The People's Courts, to join the community,” says Adam Skyles, Principal of McDaniel High School. “I had an opportunity to take a sneak peek and was amazed! In my conversation with their leadership they are community focused and we look forward to a long and positive relationship.”
For the Grand Opening Weekend celebrations, The People’s Courts will be open special hours: Friday 8/25 from 5pm - 10pm, Saturday, 8/26 from Noon - Midnight and Sunday 8/27 from Noon - 10pm, with a live DJ, raffles, beer and wine samples, and community connections. More information on the Grand Opening Weekend here.
After opening weekend, The People’s Courts will be open regular hours of 8am - 10pm Sunday through Thursday, and 8am - Midnight Friday and Saturday.
Play details including fee structures, open play hours, clinics, rental packages for groups and leagues, and more information is available at www.thepeoplescourts.com.
About The People’s Courts:
The People's Courts is a destination social and recreational hub in Portland, OR, featuring a wide range of activities for all ages and abilities. The 48,000 Sq Ft multi-court venue features indoor and outdoor Pickleball, Bocce Ball, Ping Pong, Cornhole, a classic arcade, a pro-shop, and a one-of-a-kind indoor 9-hole putt-putt style Disc Golf course. In addition to the sports and recreational amenities, The People's Courts has two vibrant bars and restaurants serving local fare and inventive drinks, creating a lively atmosphere perfect to socialize, unwind and have fun year-round. Learn more at www.thepeoplescourts.com.