A container ship transiting the Panama Canal locks in warm morning light
Panama City · January 21–24, 2027

International pickleball tournament · Panama City

The Panama
Canal Cup.

Play where two worlds meet.

Four days of international pickleball, tropical energy, and one remarkable host city. Come for the competition. Stay for Panama.

14courts
29divisions
4days
$5,000Open cash
More than a tournament

The tournament

Four days.
One world stage.

A destination tournament built for meaningful competition and a remarkable trip. Divisions span junior, skill, age and open play, with sessions designed around Panama’s tropical rhythm.

DatesJanuary 21–24, 2027

Competition29 divisions · 14 courts · $5K Open cash

FormatPool play followed by division playoffs

Play windowsMorning, late afternoon and evening

The preferred tournament stay

A Luxury Collection Hotel

Stay where
the experience begins.

The Santa Maria is more than our host hotel—it is part of the destination. Wake to golf-course views, linger beside the resort pool, and arrive at tournament play without ever leaving the property.

Connected to the tournament venueSanta Maria · Panama City

Recommended hotels

Choose the stay that fits your trip.

Santa Maria remains our signature recommendation, with two thoughtfully selected alternatives for different travel styles and budgets.

Mid-range02

The Bristol

An established city hotel offering a comfortable, polished stay with a special rate for tournament guests.

Approximately 20 minutes from the venueAccess the discounted rate
Budget03

The Executive Hotel

A practical, well-located option. Submit the short request form and the hotel will contact you to complete your reservation.

Approximately 20 minutes from the venueRequest a room

SideOut receives no financial benefit from these bookings. Using our links helps demonstrate pickleball’s economic impact in Panama.

Panama City skyline along the waterfront

Beyond the court

A city worth staying for.

Canal history, celebrated dining, tropical nature and a vibrant waterfront—our schedule leaves room to experience the best of Panama City.Explore the Panama guide

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