The Low Desert Open is a tennis tournament, weekend retreat, and celebration of sport, art, and the great outdoors. Recreational players will compete while spectators and guests enjoy drinks, food, and music.
FRIDAY players’ warm-up courtside cocktails pizza party by Allora campfire
SATURDAY clubhouse breakfast day session tennis matches poolside jams lunch night session tennis
SUNDAY clubhouse breakfast final matches awards ceremony
Want to compete?
This is an all-doubles tournament with 3 draws: Open Advanced, Open Intermediate, and Women’s.
Limit one draw per player.
Not playing?
Participate in other weekend activities. There will be music, drinks, a pool party, ping pong, basketball, and more.
Where do I stay? There is on-site camping available. You can purchase a Camping Pass along with your Player or Guest Pass. If you’re not a camper, there are plenty of places to stay in Borrego Springs. Here are links to find nearby accommodations.
What is the structure of the tournament? There will be 3 doubles draws. The Open Advanced Draw is for players above 4.0. The Open Intermediate draw is for players below 4.0. The Women’s draw is for women of all levels. Open draws are open to all genders / combination of genders.
This is a recreational tournament. No players 5.5 and up, current or former tour players, or D1 college players are permitted.
Passes are sold by by team, not by individual. If you do not have a partner we are unable to pair you up with someone.
The tournament is single-elimination, and the format of play is best-of-three Fast4 Tennis. The finals matches will be best-of-three sets.
There will be a Friday Player warm-up and clinic followed by matches on Saturday and finals on Sunday.
After purchasing a Doubles Team Pass, we will get in touch to get all necessary details.
What if I’m running late or leaving early? The full event runs from 1 pm on Friday through Sunday afternoon, but you don’t need to be here the whole time. Tickets allow for re-entry, feel free to come and go as you please. For tournament players, matches will be scheduled from Saturday at 8 am ‘til Sunday at 11 am. A couple weeks before the event, we’ll send you an email with the draw and match times.
Will food and drink be provided? You may purchase a ticket for Friday’s pizza party by Allora Pizza. All other planned food and drink is included with the Player and Guest Passes. Breakfast will be served on Saturday and Sunday, and lunch will be served on Saturday. Vegetarian and vegan options will be available for all meals. Drinks will be provided courtesy of our sponsors, and additional drinks available for purchase at the bar. For any other meals we recommend you head into town.
Do I have to play tennis to attend? No. Many guests will be here to spectate, chill by the pool, and enjoy the desert.
Are pets or animals allowed? Pets are not allowed and will be turned away. NO emotional support animals, therapy animals, or companion animals. Only legitimate service animals that are properly trained and under the proper care of their owners will be provided with the appropriate credentials. Service animals should have legally required vaccinations (which may need to be verified).
Any other weekend rules? No pets No outside alcohol No commercial photography No open fires Tennis shoes only on courts No dunking on basketball hoop No food or drink on tennis courts Clean up after yourself. Do not leave trash or belongings. Quiet hours begin at 11 pm
Refund Policy Cancellations made 14 days or more in advance of the event date will receive a 100% refund.
