Slam & Jam · Aug 6–9, 2026
Our biggest
weekend.
28 divisions from 2.5 to Open, pro events and three nights of free live music. Presented by Experience Maple Grove.
2026 recap
Thanks for playing.
Slam & Jam 2026 ran Aug 6–9, 2026, with 28 divisions, pro matches and live music on the patio.
Thank you to our players, volunteers, sponsors and fans. Join our newsletter for updates on 2027.
- 28Divisions2.5 to Open: mixed, men’s and women’s
- 1,000+Playersfrom 22+ states in 2025
- 6Games minimumfor every team, every division
- 18Outdoor courtsround robins at Lakeview Knolls Park
The format
Round robin, then brackets.
Start with outdoor pool play at Lakeview Knolls Park, then move to indoor brackets at Pints & Paddle. All teams advance.
Narrow skill brackets keep competition close. Each division finishes in one day, with at least 6 games per team.
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Round robin
Start at Lakeview Knolls Park: 18 outdoor courts, about 5 minutes away.
- 02
Everyone advances
Pool results place every team in a championship or friendship single-elimination bracket.
- 03
Brackets at P&P
Play your bracket on our indoor courts the same day.
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Done in a day
Each division finishes in one day, with at least 6 games per team.
Pro divisions
Pros on Friday and Saturday.
Watch pro matches from the mezzanine overlooking the championship court.
- Pro Team Kickoff Thursday, 6:00 pm
- Pro mixed doubles Friday
- Pro men’s and women’s doubles Saturday
Free live music
Three nights on the patio.
Free live music Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Players, families and neighbors are welcome.
Thursday
August 6
- 5:00 pmMike Bustin
Friday
August 7
- 4:30 pmKurt Bearinger
- 7:30 pmSouthern Syndicate
Saturday
August 8
- 12:00 pmBrenda B Sings
- 2:00 pmBrady Grey
- 4:30 pmMaya Holmgren
- 7:00 pmGB Leighton
Make a weekend of it
Stay. Eat. Help out.
Partner hotels
Nearby hotels and group booking codes for the 2026 event.
- Cambria Hotel Maple GroveRate plan: LEXPMGBook Cambria Hotel Maple Grove
- Hampton Inn Maple GroveGroup code: CHH909Book Hampton Inn Maple Grove
Food, taps & cocktails
Our best-selling Bang! Bang! Chicken Wrap, burgers, bowls and entrées, plus self-serve drinks and cocktails. Breakfast on weekends.
Breakfast Sat & Sun, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. Kitchen closes at 10:00 pm Sunday to Thursday and 10:30 pm Friday and Saturday.
Full Menu
Be a court monitor
Help matches stay organized and keep the tournament running smoothly.
- Volunteer hat
- Free meal after your shift
- $20 CourtReserve credit
Out-of-State Ambassador program
Refer players from your state for free entry and gift cards. Email us to learn more.
Email info@pintsandpaddle.comSlam & Jam in photos
On and off the court.
Until next summer
Keep playing.
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