EUROPE’S OLDEST LGBTQIA+ TENNIS TOURNAMENT
Our mottoSmashing normality!
In essence, “Smashing Normality” serves as a rallying cry for inclusivity, diversity, and empowerment within the context of both tennis and the broader LGBTQIA+ community. It encourages participants to break free from stereotypes, celebrate their authenticity, and create an environment where everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, feels welcome and accepted.
first event
Singles,
doubles
or mix.
second event
Singles,
doubles
or mix.
our PRICES
Make sure to get your tickets on time!
hosted housing
Traveling from abroad for the tournament? Stay with welcoming local hosts who open their homes to players, offering a unique opportunity to experience Amsterdam like a local. It’s more than just a place to stay—it’s a chance to connect and be part of our vibrant community.
Call for Hosts
Calling all Amsterdammers! Want to play a vital role in this amazing community event? Sign up to host a player in your home and help us create a warm and inclusive environment. It’s a wonderful way to meet new people, share stories, and be a part of the tournament beyond the court.
Benefits & Community
This program is about more than just accommodation. By participating, you help build a network of friendships and create a supportive environment where everyone can feel free to be themselves. Join us in making this tournament a memorable experience for all!
Ready to join?
Register for hosted housing through your GLTA registration. Be a part of this incredible journey, and let’s make this tournament unforgettable together!
Introducing our Hosted Housing program
Tournament program
June 6 to june 9, 2025
Kick off PNKSTR 2025
18:00 – 18:30 Doors open
18:30 – 22:00 Official Opening PNKSTR 2025
19:00 – 22:00 Tennis Toss – Play & Socialize!
The evening wraps up at 22:00, so don’t miss out!
First day of PNKSTR 2025
08:30 – 23:00 Tennis matches
The first matches of the tournament are starting!
11:00 – 17:00 Warming up lessons
Just like last year we are teaming up with We Are Queer Gym to guide all our participants into a more healthy tennis lifestyle. While playing a GLTA tournament, it’s important to take good care of your body. The coaches of We Are Queer Gym will help you with warming up, cooling down and stretching after your matches. Feel free to hit them up with any questions or requests you have.
Second day of PNKSTR 2025
08:30 – 19:00 Tennis matches
After the first successful day of playing tennis we make ourselves ready for yet another day!
20:00 – 01:00 Players Dinner & Party
To mark the 30th anniversary of the Pinkster Tournament, we eagerly invite all of you to celebrate this milestone together during the Players Dinner & Party. To do so we organised a beautiful and unique location to come together and enjoy each others company.
Third day of PNKSTR 2025
09:00 – 23:00 Tennis matches
After an amazing night the sun comes up early and invites us for the third day of tennis matches.
20:00 – 00:00 Ladies’ Night Sundown Special
Amsterdam’s one and only lesbian Bar Buka is opening EXCLUSIVELY for us. Oh yes, queens, we’ve got the place to ourselves!
Final day of PNKSTR 2025
09:00 – 15:00 Tennis matches
On this final day, the winners of the 30th Pinkster Tournament in Amsterdam will emerge and claim their triumph. For those who have completed their matches, we extend a warm invitation to join us in cheering on your fellow participants.
15:00 – 16:00 Winners ceremony
Time to celebrate all the talent that GLTA has to offer. With beautiful trophies and some last goodbyes. The Pinkster Tournament comes to an end. Hope to see you all next year!
kick-off pnkstr 2025
Thursday from 18:00 — Our players asked for a more dynamic tournament kickoff, and we delivered! Get ready for an electrifying opening ceremony packed with excitement. Expect the annual toss, thrilling games, and spectacular performances—all designed to bring everyone together and set the tone for an unforgettable weekend.
18:00 – 18:30 Doors open
Grab your tournament materials at the registration desk.
18:30 – 22:00 Official Opening PNKSTR 2025
We’ll officially open the 31st Pinkster Tournament with a short welcome speech, a complimentary drink, and a night of music, entertainment, and fun activities.
The evening wraps up at 22:00, so don’t miss out!
19:00 – 22:00 Tennis Toss – Play & Socialize!
Want to hit the courts? Join our Tennis Toss, running alongside the Welcome Event. You’ll be paired with different partners based on your level for 30-minute doubles matches.
First round starts at 19:00, but feel free to jump in anytime! The last round kicks off at 21:30.
Walking DINNER & dance PARTY
WE INVITE YOU TO PONGBAR
Saturday from 20:00 — After a successful dinner and party at Pongbar during our 30th anniversary last year, we are invited back for yet another amazing night of delicious Asian Street Food, competitive table tennis and sweaty dance moves.
Pongbar will provide us with various courses during a walking dinner. Last year we received some feedback from players who felt like they didn’t get enough to eat. Pongbar assured us this won’t happen this year with plenty of food to go around!
When dinner is over, Pongbar turns into a perfect dance floor for you to show your best dance moves. Next to that you’ll be able to utilize your tennis skills in a fun game of pingpong. And there even is a secret karaoke booth to be found in the building!
Tickets can be bought through your GLTA registration.
Address: Jan van Galenstraat 315, Amsterdam
Ladies’ Night Sundown Special
Sunday from 20:00 — Amsterdam’s one and only lesbian Bar Buka is opening EXCLUSIVELY for us. Oh yes, queens, we’ve got the place to ourselves!
First 50 fierce females to arrive get a FREE drink — so don’t be fashionably late unless you wanna pay for your own beverage.
And guess what? If the vibes are right (spoiler: they will be), they might even fire up the karaoke machine. Mic drops and high notes incoming!
It’s the perfect chance to sip, sing, and socialize with an amazing crowd of women players — relaxed setting, fabulous company, and a whole lot of fun.
Address: Albert Cuypstraat 124, Amsterdam
JOIN US
AT BAR BUKA
SOLIdarity program
In the spirit of unity and inclusivity, our LGBTQIA+ tennis tournament is proud to announce the launch of our Solidarity Program in partnership with Pride & Sports. This initiative aims to break down barriers and welcome individuals who might otherwise be unable to participate due to financial constraints.
Our primary focus is on extending a warm invitation to members of marginalized groups within our community, ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to engage in the joy of tennis.
Outreach program
Join the Pinkster Tournament’s tradition of global LGBTQIA+ support. Each year, our outreach program promotes a cause fighting for equal rights in less accepting regions. We raise funds to show solidarity and offer support to our LGBTQIA+ family worldwide. Help us make a difference and build a more inclusive world.
This year our outreach program focusses on two organisations: Queertopia and Pride & Sports. The money that will be raised will be evenly divided between both parties.
Our history
Smashing pinkIn 1993 a few gay and lesbian tennisplayers took the initiative to organise a friendly gay and lesbian tournament. 16 men and 16 women from various tennisclubs participated. The event took place on Pinkster Saturday.
In 1994 they organized the tournament again, this time as a preparation for those who were going to participate the Gay Games in New York. Amsterdam sent a strong delegation to the New York Gay Games because we were bidding to host the Gay Games in 1998 Amsterdam. You probably know that we won the bid!
Since 1995 the gay tennisplayers used a couple of courts on Saturday afternoons, and gradually their initiative attracted more participants. The idea for a gay and lesbian tennisclub was born. In 1996 Tom Bijlmer and Ed van Betuwe founded the first gay and lesbian tennisclub: Smashing Pink. The club got their first clay courts at NTC tennispark.
In the years to come Smashing Pink grew rapidly to over 400 gay and lesbian members. Once Amsterdam was elected to organize the Gay Games in 1998 the yearly Pinksterstennis became a rehearsal for organizing gay and lesbian tennistournaments on a larger scale. For clubmembers as well as for many others the Pinkster Tournament is a yearly highlight.