5th Annual • Nov. 21–23, 2026

Make Emma part of your Thanksgiving tradition.

Three days of pickleball, strong competition and a warm community atmosphere at the historic Emma Willard School in Troy, New York.

A Capital Region Thanksgiving tradition

Play what you want to play.

This year's tournament is being built around player interest, with a wide range of event types and divisions. If there's an event you're considering, add your name on the tournament page and help us build it.

Women's Doubles Men's Doubles Mixed Doubles Team Events Singles Skinny Singles

Strong competition

Round-robin play, playoffs and divisions designed to create good matches and plenty of pickleball.

Warm atmosphere

A welcoming annual event that feels like a Thanksgiving gathering — with paddles.

Unique venue

Play on the beautiful and historic Emma Willard School campus overlooking Troy.

Thanksgiving weekend, done right

Pickleball. Community. A little giving back.

Thanksgiving at Emma is more than matches. The weekend also includes a raffle, food drive and clothing drive supporting organizations in the Troy community.

Mt. Ida Food Pantry

Helping local families with food assistance and community support.

Joseph's House

Serving people experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity in Troy.

Nov. 21–23 • Troy, NY

We'll see you at Emma.

Check out the tournament page for current events, registration options, pricing and player information.