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“Shake Shack’s Pickleball Club Chicago” is a pickleball experience benefiting the Chicago Food Depository on Sunday, August 20 from 9 am - 3 pm at Maggie Daley Park (337 E. Randolph St.). Shake Shack will host various pickleball skill clinics throughout the day, complete with a Round Robin tournament. Tickets are on sale now via the Shake Shack website, and 25% of proceeds will go directly to helping the cause of the Greater Chicago Food Depository.  

Attendees can choose to participate in a range of activities including: 

  • Intro to Pickleball | 9am-10am, 10am-11am ($30 per person - 1 Hour) 
    • Open to beginner and beginner-intermediate players, this 1-hour clinic will focus on technique, games and playing for fun. Paddles will be provided. 
  • Beginner Advanced / Intermediate Pickleball Clinic | 10am-11am ($30 per person - 1 Hour) 
    • Open to advanced beginner and intermediate players who are able to sustain consistent rallies. This class is best for those familiar to the sport that are looking to take their game up a notch or get some court time prior to tournament play. Paddles will be provided. 
  • Round Robin Tournament | 11:30am-1:30pm ($60 Per Team - 2 Hours) 
    • Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles and Mixed Doubles divisions will be offered for a day filled with friendly competition. Paddles will be provided if needed. 

All attendees will receive access to the Shake Shack Lemonade Refreshment Station throughout the day, exclusive Shake Shack Pickleball Club merchandise and a voucher for a free ShackBurger at the location of their choice upon next visit. Winners of the Round Robin tournament will receive a Limited Edition Recess x Shake Shack Pickleball Paddle. 

“Pickleball has exploded in popularity, and we're excited to offer an opportunity for the community to try their hand at the game.” said Jay Livingston, Chief Marketing Officer at Shake Shack. “This round robin tournament is sure to be a smash hit – just like our burgers.”

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