City of Evanston Parks & Rec lists Dawes as a public tennis/pickleball court site (bring your own net); part of the city's shared school-site courts program. Court count not confirmed first-party this session; left null.
Our picks from the pickleball buying guides — chosen editorially, never by the venue and never by spend.
Paddles · Best overall
JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus 16mm
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Beginner paddles · Best starter feel
JOOLA Essentials
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Balls · Outdoor standard
Franklin X-40 Outdoor (12-pack)
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Dawes Elementary School offers outdoor pickleball.
Dawes Elementary School is free to play — no fee and no membership required.
Yes — Dawes Elementary School is open to the public at no charge.
Dawes Elementary School is located at 440 Dodge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202.
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