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Our<\/p>\n

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A Whole new level of entertainment<\/h1>\n

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tThat was the ultimate goal that drove Monty and Kerri Lockyear to start a new venture in 2018: to create something new, something active, and something social. Enter Pickleball, a sport that offers instant mastery, promotes an active lifestyle, and brings people together to socialize. Once other key ingredients were added, like outrageous events, endless games, chef-crafted food and unique cocktails, Smash Park was born.<\/p>\n

Smash Park is your ultimate destination to play, drink, and eat.<\/span> <\/span>It\u2019s<\/span> basically, recess for adults. <\/span><\/span>We<\/span> serve<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>chef-crafted food with bold flavors, <\/span>craft cocktails and mocktails<\/span>, and activities like pickleball, darts, axe throwing, and more. Whether <\/span>you\u2019re<\/span> <\/span>celebrating a birthday<\/span> or just looking for a place to have some fun, <\/span><\/span>Smash Park is where <\/span>good food<\/span> <\/span>and big fun come to play.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

It’s a place where you can create your own experience and do something completely different every time you visit. And with several free games, activities, and events, it\u2019s an affordable place to spend time with friends, family and co-workers.<\/p>\n

Smash Park\u2019s first location opened in West Des Moines, IA in 2018. More recently, Smash Park has been taking the fun across the midwest with new locations in Minnesota, Nebraska, and Ohio.<\/p>\n

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Why Pickleball<\/span><\/p>\n

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Pickleball is now the fastest-growing sport in America, with participation continuing to increase year-over-year. In 2021, pickleball grew by nearly 5 million players in the U.S., according to a 2022 Sports & Fitness Industry Association report. The sport has sparked a nationwide craze and is garnering interest in younger demographics.<\/span><\/p>\n

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you belong here!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Smash Park is a place for friends, family and co-workers to gather, connect, and share unexpected and exceptional times together.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We create communities through competitive socializing, leagues, events, and spaces for gathering.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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