Court spotlight
Blandair Regional Park: six lighted courts in Columbia
Blandair Regional Park is one of Howard County's newest places to play pickleball, and with lights it's one of the best evening options in Columbia.
The courts
The county's June 2026 update lists six lighted, dedicated pickleball courts in Blandair's West area in Columbia. They were built as part of the park's Phase 6 project, which broke ground in September 2024 and also added a 15,000-square-foot skatepark, two lighted basketball courts, walking paths and more than 100 parking spaces. The county has said more phases are planned for the park's east side.
How play works here
Expect drop-in play: first come, first served when the courts aren't in use for county programs, with a rotation at busy times. Lights make weekday evenings a good bet after the clocks change. New to drop-in play? Read how open play works.
Good to know before you go
- Lighted courts fill up on weekday evenings, especially in spring and fall.
- It's a busy, multi-use park. With the skatepark and basketball courts nearby, evenings can be lively, and parking can fill.
- Check the county page for programs or events that may be using the courts.
Finding a game here on Matchd
Open Matchd, find Blandair on the courts map and tap See games here for games at the park and their skill ranges. Or post your regular evening game and let players near your level join. Nearby: Atholton Park and where to play pickleball in Howard County.
Sources
Facts on this page come from the official sources below, written in our own words. Courts and schedules change: check the source before you go.
Find a game at this court
Open Matchd, find this court on the map and tap See games here, or post a game and let players near your level join.
Free. For players 16 and up.