Tennis Courts at Gillespie Park

Located just north of downtown Sarasota, the Tennis Courts at Gillespie Park provide accessible, community-centered public tennis. The facility features outdoor hard courts maintained by the City of Sarasota Parks and Recreation department. Enclosed by perimeter fencing and equipped with overhead sports lighting, the courts accommodate evening singles and doubles matchups long after sunset. The vibe is casual and local, drawing neighborhood residents, recreational players, and regular hitting partners from around Sarasota County. Court usage operates primarily on a walk-up, first-come, first-served basis, though players yield to scheduled municipal programs and follow standard turnover etiquette during peak evening hours. The adjoining park setting provides mature trees and open green space, offering a functional spot for morning rallies, baseline drills, or competitive sets in standard Florida weather.