May
10
5:30 PM17:30
May
10
6:30 PM18:30
Friday Blitz
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/FB240510
Summary: Rated Blitz at the Chicago Chess Center.
Section: Open.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: 5 double-round (10 games) SS G/3;+2.
Schedule: Round 1 at 6:30 PM, Rounds 2-5 ASAP.
Registration: Free; Online or onsite 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
May
10
to May 12
May Monthly Swiss
Register here
Summary: 3-Day Rated Swiss at the Chicago Chess Center
Sections:
Masters (2200+): 3-days, G90+30, FIDE rated; playing up is allowed within 200 points for a fee.
3-day Schedule: Friday 7:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM and 3:30 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM and 3:30 PM.
U2200 (2199-1600): 3-days, G90+30, FIDE rated; playing up is allowed within 200 points for a fee.
3-day Schedule: Friday 7:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM and 3:30 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM and 3:30 PM.
U1600 (1599-1000): 2 or 1-day schedule, G30+30; playing up is allowed within 200 points for a fee.
Players on the 1-day and 2-day schedule play in the same player pool.
2-day Schedule: Saturday 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:30 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:30 PM.
1-day Schedule: Saturday 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:30 PM OR Sunday 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:30 PM.
We recommend players under 1000 play in the Beginner's Open running on the same day
Prizes:
$1800 prize fund; All prizes are 100% guaranteed.
Masters: $600-$200-$100.
U2200: $200-$150-$100.
U1600 (each day): $100-$75-$50.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Information: td@chichess.org
Affordability: If you are unable to afford the entry fee, please contact us.
Titled Players: IM/WIM and GM/WGM are free, with no prize deductions.
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see website for disclaimers.
May
12
9:30 AM09:30
Beginners Open
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/BO240512
Summary: Rated Classical Chess at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections: U1000.
Prizes (B/40*):
Trophies: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Five Games, 30+10.
Schedule: Round 1 at 9:40 AM, Round 2 at 11:45 AM, Rounds 3-5 immediately after.
Registration: $10 online the week before; $15 after that.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Affordability: If you are unable to afford the entry fee, please contact us.
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
May
12
11:00 AM11:00
May
12
11:00 AM11:00
Sunday Open House
Drop by for casual, free play, open to everyone, from beginner to GM!
May
13
5:30 PM17:30
May
13
6:30 PM18:30
Monday Slow Game
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/MSG240513
Summary: Rated Slow Game at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections: Two sections, Open and Under 1600.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Single game, G/60;+30
Schedule: Round 1 is at 6:30 PM.
Registration: Free; Online or onsite 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM.
Note: Each player must register weekly. Byes are available.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally, we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
May
14
6:30 PM18:30
Tuesday Open House
Drop by for casual, free play, open to everyone, from beginner to GM!
May
15
6:30 PM18:30
Wednesday Quad
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/WQ240515
Summary: Rated Quads at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections: Open.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Quad Pairings, 25+5 (Dual Rated).
Schedule: Round 1 at 6:30 PM, Rounds 2-3 ASAP.
Registration: Free; Online or onsite 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
May
17
5:30 PM17:30
May
17
6:30 PM18:30
Friday Blitz
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/FB240517
Summary: Rated Blitz at the Chicago Chess Center.
Section: Open.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: 5 double-round (10 games) SS G/3;+2.
Schedule: Round 1 at 6:30 PM, Rounds 2-5 ASAP.
Registration: Free; Online or onsite 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
May
18
9:30 AM09:30
Saturday Swiss
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/SS240519
Summary: Rated Classical Chess at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections:
Open: 1600+, 1400+ can play up for $20.
U1600: 1599-1000, 800+ can play up for $20.
We recommend players under 1000 play in the Beginner's Open running on the same day.
Prizes (B/40*):
Open Section: $100-$50, U2000: $75.
U1600 Section: $80-$40, U1200: $60.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Four Games, 45+15.
Schedule: Round 1 at 9:30 AM, Round 2 at 12:00 PM, Rounds 3-4 immediately after.
Registration: $25 online the week before; $35 after that.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Affordability: If you are unable to afford the entry fee, please contact us.
Titled Players: All titled players are free. FIDE titles receive automatic free entry, NM’s please contact us. GM’s receive no deductions from prize money.
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
May
19
9:30 AM09:30
Beginners Open
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/BO240519
Summary: Rated Classical Chess at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections: U1000.
Prizes (B/40*):
Trophies: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Five Games, 30+10.
Schedule: Round 1 at 9:40 AM, Round 2 at 11:45 AM, Rounds 3-5 immediately after.
Registration: $10 online the week before; $15 after that.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Affordability: If you are unable to afford the entry fee, please contact us.
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
May
19
11:00 AM11:00
May
19
11:00 AM11:00
Sunday Open House
Drop by for casual, free play, open to everyone, from beginner to GM!
May
20
5:30 PM17:30
May
20
6:30 PM18:30
Monday Slow Game
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/MSG240520
Summary: Rated Slow Game at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections: Two sections, Open and Under 1600.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Single game, G/60;+30
Schedule: Round 1 is at 6:30 PM.
Registration: Free; Online or onsite 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM.
Note: Each player must register weekly. Byes are available.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally, we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
May
21
6:30 PM18:30
Tuesday Open House
Drop by for casual, free play, open to everyone, from beginner to GM.
May
22
6:30 PM18:30
Wednesday Quad
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/WQ240522
Summary: Rated Quads at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections: Open.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Quad Pairings, 25+5 (Dual Rated).
Schedule: Round 1 at 6:30 PM, Rounds 2-3 ASAP.
Registration: Free; Online or onsite 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
May
24
5:30 PM17:30
May
26
11:00 AM11:00
Sunday Open House
Drop by for casual, free play, open to everyone, from beginner to GM!
May
27
8:30 AM08:30
CPS Day Off Chess Camp 5/27
Come join us for our full day schools out chess camp. In our day camp we will have instruction, solve puzzles, play chess and some chess variants. We will analyze past performance on chess kids and we will help with your game plan for the future chess tournaments. Lunch is not provided,so please bring a non perishable lunch and a refillable water bottle. Limited spaces available. Please register before May 24th so that we can confirm our teacher(s).
Full Day Lesson
$50.00
May
27
5:30 PM17:30
May
27
6:30 PM18:30
Monday Slow Game
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/MSG240527
Summary: Rated Slow Game at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections: Two sections, Open and Under 1600.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Single game, G/60;+30
Schedule: Round 1 is at 6:30 PM.
Registration: Free; Online or onsite 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM.
Note: Each player must register weekly. Byes are available.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally, we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
May
29
6:30 PM18:30
Wednesday Quad
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/WQ240529
Summary: Rated Quads at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections: Open.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Quad Pairings, 25+5 (Dual Rated).
Schedule: Round 1 at 6:30 PM, Rounds 2-3 ASAP.
Registration: Free; Online or onsite 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
May
31
5:30 PM17:30
May
31
6:30 PM18:30
Friday Blitz
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/FB24053
Summary: Rated Blitz at the Chicago Chess Center.
Section: Open.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: 5 double-round (10 games) SS G/3;+2.
Schedule: Round 1 at 6:30 PM, Rounds 2-5 ASAP.
Registration: Free; Online or onsite 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
Jun
10
to Jun 14
Jun
10
to Jun 14
Summer Chess Week 1 Late Pickup
Drop off at 8:30 AM and pickup at 5:30 PM.
Late Pick up Chess Camp
$100.00
Jun
10
to Jun 14
Summer Chess Camp Week 1
Come join us for our full day chess camp. In our day camp we will have instruction, solve puzzles, play chess and some chess variants. We will analyze past performance on chess kids and we will help with your game plan for the future chess tournaments. Lunch is not provided,so please bring a non perishable lunch and a refillable water bottle. Ages 6 and up! Beginner to intermediate. Limited spaces available.
Weekly Chess Camp
$250.00
Weekly Half-Day Chess Camp
$150.00
Jun
17
to Jun 21
Jun
17
to Jun 21
Summer Chess Week 2 Late Pickup
Drop off at 8:30 AM and pickup at 5:30 PM.
Late Pick up Chess Camp
$100.00
Jun
17
to Jun 21
Summer Chess Camp Week 2
Come join us for our full day chess camp. In our day camp we will have instruction, solve puzzles, play chess and some chess variants. We will analyze past performance on chess kids and we will help with your game plan for the future chess tournaments. Lunch is not provided,so please bring a non perishable lunch and a refillable water bottle. Ages 6 and up! Beginner to intermediate. Limited spaces available.
Weekly Chess Camp
$250.00
Weekly Half-Day Chess Camp
$150.00
Jun
24
to Jun 28
Jun
24
to Jun 28
Summer Chess Camp Week 3
Come join us for our full day chess camp. In our day camp we will have instruction, solve puzzles, play chess and some chess variants. We will analyze past performance on chess kids and we will help with your game plan for the future chess tournaments. Lunch is not provided,so please bring a non perishable lunch and a refillable water bottle. Ages 6 and up! Beginner to intermediate. Limited spaces available.
Weekly Chess Camp
$250.00
Weekly Half-Day Chess Camp
$150.00
Jun
24
to Jun 28
Summer Chess Week 3 Late Pickup
Drop off at 8:30 AM and pickup at 5:30 PM.
Late Pick up Chess Camp
$100.00
Jul
8
to Jul 12
Jul
8
to Jul 12
Summer Chess Week 4 Late Pickup
Drop off at 8:30am and pickup at 5:30pm.
Late Pick up Chess Camp
$100.00
Jul
8
to Jul 12
Summer Chess Camp Week 4
Come join us for our full day chess camp. In our day camp we will have instruction, solve puzzles, play chess and some chess variants. We will analyze past performance on chess kids and we will help with your game plan for the future chess tournaments. Lunch is not provided,so please bring a non perishable lunch and a refillable water bottle. Ages 6 and up! Beginner to intermediate. Limited spaces available.
Weekly Chess Camp
$250.00
Weekly Half-Day Chess Camp
$150.00
Jul
15
to Jul 19
Jul
15
to Jul 19
Summer Chess Week 5 Late Pickup
Drop off at 8:30am and pickup at 5:30pm.
Late Pick up Chess Camp
$100.00
Jul
15
to Jul 19
Summer Chess Camp Week 5
Come join us for our full day chess camp. In our day camp we will have instruction, solve puzzles, play chess and some chess variants. We will analyze past performance on chess kids and we will help with your game plan for the future chess tournaments. Lunch is not provided,so please bring a non perishable lunch and a refillable water bottle. Ages 6 and up! Beginner to intermediate. Limited spaces available.
Weekly Chess Camp
$250.00
Weekly Half-Day Chess Camp
$150.00
Jul
22
to Jul 26
Jul
22
to Jul 26
Summer Chess Week 6 Late Pickup
Drop off at 8:30am and pickup at 5:30pm.
Late Pick up Chess Camp
$100.00
Jul
22
to Jul 26
Summer Chess Camp Week 6
Come join us for our full day chess camp. In our day camp we will have instruction, solve puzzles, play chess and some chess variants. We will analyze past performance on chess kids and we will help with your game plan for the future chess tournaments. Lunch is not provided,so please bring a non perishable lunch and a refillable water bottle. Ages 6 and up! Beginner to intermediate. Limited spaces available.
Weekly Chess Camp
$250.00
Weekly Half-Day Chess Camp
$150.00
Jul
29
to Aug 2
Jul
29
to Aug 2
Summer Chess Camp Week 7
Come join us for our full day chess camp. In our day camp we will have instruction, solve puzzles, play chess and some chess variants. We will analyze past performance on chess kids and we will help with your game plan for the future chess tournaments. Lunch is not provided,so please bring a non perishable lunch and a refillable water bottle. Ages 6 and up! Beginner to intermediate. Limited spaces available.
Weekly Chess Camp
$250.00
Weekly Half-Day Chess Camp
$150.00
Jul
29
to Aug 2
Summer Chess Week 7 Late Pickup
Drop off at 8:30am and pickup at 5:30pm.
Late Pick up Chess Camp
$100.00
Aug
5
to Aug 9
Aug
5
to Aug 9
Summer Chess Week 8 Late Pickup
Drop off at 8:30am and pickup at 5:30pm.
Late Pick up Chess Camp
$100.00
Aug
5
to Aug 9
Summer Chess Camp Week 8
Come join us for our full day chess camp. In our day camp we will have instruction, solve puzzles, play chess and some chess variants. We will analyze past performance on chess kids and we will help with your game plan for the future chess tournaments. Lunch is not provided,so please bring a non perishable lunch and a refillable water bottle. Ages 6 and up! Beginner to intermediate. Limited spaces available.
Weekly Chess Camp
$250.00
Weekly Half-Day Chess Camp
$150.00
Aug
12
to Aug 16
Aug
12
to Aug 16
Summer Chess Week 9 Late Pickup
Drop off at 8:30am and pickup at 5:30pm.
Late Pick up Chess Camp
$100.00
Aug
12
to Aug 16
Summer Chess Camp Week 9
Come join us for our full day chess camp. In our day camp we will have instruction, solve puzzles, play chess and some chess variants. We will analyze past performance on chess kids and we will help with your game plan for the future chess tournaments. Lunch is not provided,so please bring a non perishable lunch and a refillable water bottle. Ages 6 and up! Beginner to intermediate. Limited spaces available.
Weekly Chess Camp
$250.00
Weekly Half-Day Chess Camp
$150.00
Aug
19
to Aug 23
Aug
19
to Aug 23
Summer Chess Camp Week 10
Come join us for our full day chess camp. In our day camp we will have instruction, solve puzzles, play chess and some chess variants. We will analyze past performance on chess kids and we will help with your game plan for the future chess tournaments. Lunch is not provided,so please bring a non perishable lunch and a refillable water bottle. Ages 6 and up! Beginner to intermediate. Limited spaces available.
Weekly Chess Camp
$250.00
Weekly Half-Day Chess Camp
$150.00
Aug
19
to Aug 23
Summer Chess Week 10 Late Pickup
Drop off at 8:30am and pickup at 5:30pm.
Late Pick up Chess Camp
$100.00
May
8
6:30 PM18:30
Wednesday Quad
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/WQ240508
Summary: Rated Quads at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections: Open.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Quad Pairings, 25+5 (Dual Rated).
Schedule: Round 1 at 6:30 PM, Rounds 2-3 ASAP.
Registration: Free; Online or onsite 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
May
7
6:30 PM18:30
Tuesday Open House
Drop by for casual, free play, open to everyone, from beginner to GM.
May
6
6:30 PM18:30
Monday Slow Game
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/MSG240506
Summary: Rated Slow Game at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections: Two sections, Open and Under 1600.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Single game, G/60;+30
Schedule: Round 1 is at 6:30 PM.
Registration: Free; Online or onsite 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM.
Note: Each player must register weekly. Byes are available.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally, we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
May
6
5:30 PM17:30
May
5
11:00 AM11:00
Sunday Open House
Drop by for casual, free play, open to everyone, from beginner to GM!
May
5
11:00 AM11:00
May
5
9:30 AM09:30
Sunday Swiss
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/SS240505
Summary: Rated Classical Chess at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections:
Open: 1600+, 1400+ can play up for $20.
U1600: 1599-1000, 800+ can play up for $20.
We recommend players under 1000 play in the Beginner's Open running on the same day.
Prizes (B/40*):
Open Section: $100-$50, U2000: $75.
U1600 Section: $80-$40, U1200: $60.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Four Games, 45+15.
Schedule: Round 1 at 9:30 AM, Round 2 at 12:00 PM, Rounds 3-4 immediately after.
Registration: $25 online the week before; $35 after that.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Affordability: If you are unable to afford the entry fee, please contact us.
Titled Players: All titled players are free. FIDE titles receive automatic free entry, NM’s please contact us. GM’s receive no deductions from prize money.
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
May
5
9:30 AM09:30
Beginners Open
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/BO240505
Summary: Rated Classical Chess at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections: U1000.
Prizes (B/40*):
Trophies: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Five Games, 30+10.
Schedule: Round 1 at 9:40 AM, Round 2 at 11:45 AM, Rounds 3-5 immediately after.
Registration: $10 online the week before; $15 after that.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Affordability: If you are unable to afford the entry fee, please contact us.
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
May
3
6:30 PM18:30
Friday Blitz
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/FB240503
Summary: Rated Blitz at the Chicago Chess Center.
Section: Open.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: 5 double-round (10 games) SS G/3;+2.
Schedule: Round 1 at 6:30 PM, Rounds 2-5 ASAP.
Registration: Free; Online or onsite 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
May
3
5:30 PM17:30
May
1
6:30 PM18:30
Wednesday Quad
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/WQ240501
Summary: Rated Quads at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections: Open.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Quad Pairings, 25+5 (Dual Rated).
Schedule: Round 1 at 6:30 PM, Rounds 2-3 ASAP.
Registration: Free; Online or onsite 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
Apr
30
6:30 PM18:30
Tuesday Chess Social
Join us in collaboration with Chicago Chess for casual, free play, open to everyone, from beginner to GM. RVSP required at https://www.meetup.com/ChicagoChess/
Apr
29
6:30 PM18:30
Monday Slow Game
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/MSG240429
Summary: Rated Slow Game at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections: Two sections, Open and Under 1600.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Single game, G/60;+30
Schedule: Round 1 is at 6:30 PM.
Registration: Free; Online or onsite 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM.
Note: Each player must register weekly. Byes are available.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally, we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
Apr
29
5:30 PM17:30
Apr
28
1:00 PM13:00
Sunday Open House
Drop by for casual, free play, open to everyone, from beginner to GM.
Apr
28
11:00 AM11:00
Apr
27
9:45 AM09:45
Beginners Open
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/BO240427
Summary: Rated Classical Chess at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections: U1000.
Prizes (B/40*):
Trophies: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Five Games, 30+10.
Schedule: Round 1 at 9:40 AM, Round 2 at 11:45 AM, Rounds 3-5 immediately after.
Registration: $10 online the week before; $15 after that.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Affordability: If you are unable to afford the entry fee, please contact us.
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Apr
26
5:30 PM17:30
Apr
25
6:30 PM18:30
Thursday Blitz
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/TB240425
Summary: Rated Blitz at the Chicago Chess Center.
Section: Open.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: 5 double-round (10 games) SS G/3;+2.
Schedule: Round 1 at 6:30 PM, Rounds 2-5 ASAP.
Registration: Free; Online or onsite 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
Apr
24
6:30 PM18:30
Wednesday Quad
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/WQ240424
Summary: Rated Quads at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections: Open.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Quad Pairings, 25+5 (Dual Rated).
Schedule: Round 1 at 6:30 PM, Rounds 2-3 ASAP.
Registration: Free; Online or onsite 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
Apr
23
6:30 PM18:30
Tuesday Chess Social
Join us in collaboration with Chicago Chess for casual, free play, open to everyone, from beginner to GM. RVSP required at https://www.meetup.com/ChicagoChess/
Apr
22
6:30 PM18:30
Monday Slow Game
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/MSG240422
Summary: Rated Slow Game at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections: Two sections, Open and Under 1600.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Single game, G/60;+30
Schedule: Round 1 is at 6:30 PM.
Registration: Free; Online or onsite 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM.
Note: Each player must register weekly. Byes are available.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally, we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
Apr
22
5:30 PM17:30
Apr
21
1:00 PM13:00
Sunday Chess Social
Join us in collaboration with Chicago Chess for casual, free play, open to everyone, from beginner to GM. RVSP required at https://www.meetup.com/ChicagoChess/
Apr
21
11:00 AM11:00
Apr
20
9:45 AM09:45
Beginners Open
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/BO240420
Summary: Rated Classical Chess at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections: U1000.
Prizes (B/40*):
Trophies: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Five Games, 30+10.
Schedule: Round 1 at 9:40 AM, Round 2 at 11:45 AM, Rounds 3-5 immediately after.
Registration: $10 online the week before; $15 after that.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Affordability: If you are unable to afford the entry fee, please contact us.
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Apr
20
9:30 AM09:30
Saturday Swiss
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/SS240420
Summary: Rated Classical Chess at the Chicago Chess Center.
Sections: Open and U1600.
Prizes (B/40*):
Open Section: $100-$50, U2000: $75.
U1600 Section: $80-$40, U1200: $60.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: Four Games, 45+15.
Schedule: Round 1 at 9:30 AM, Round 2 at 12:00 PM, Rounds 3-4 immediately after.
Registration: $20 online the week before; $30 after that.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Affordability: If you are unable to afford the entry fee, please contact us.
Titled Players: All titled players are free. FIDE titles receive automatic free entry, NM’s please contact us. GM’s receive no deductions from prize money.
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.
Apr
19
to Apr 21
April Monthly Swiss
Register here
Summary: 3-Day Rated Swiss at the Chicago Chess Center
Sections:
Open: 3-days, G90+30, FIDE rated; playing up is allowed within 200 points
3-day Schedule: Friday 7:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM and 3:30 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM and 3:30 PM.
U1600: 2 or 1-day schedule, G30+30
Players on the 1-day and 2-day schedule play in the same player pool.
2-day Schedule: Saturday 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:30 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:30 PM.
1-day Schedule: Saturday 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:30 PM OR Sunday 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:30 PM.
Prizes:
Open (B/60*): $1200-$600-$300-$200-$100 U2200: $200-$100 U1800: $100-$50
U1600 (B/30*):
1st (Clear or Tied) on either the 2-Day or 1-Day can play up at the next monthly Swiss (even if you wouldn't otherwise qualify).
Each of the 1-Day events: $50+Big Trophy - $25+Trophy - Medal - Medal U1000: Trophy - Medal.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Information: td@chichess.org
Affordability: If you are unable to afford the entry fee, please contact us.
Titled Players: All titled players are free. KR recognizes FIDE titles, but NMs please contact us separately.
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see website for disclaimers.
Apr
19
5:30 PM17:30
Apr
18
6:30 PM18:30
Thursday Blitz
Register at: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/TB240418
Summary: Rated Blitz at the Chicago Chess Center.
Section: Open.
Medals: All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal.
Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657
Format: 5 double-round (10 games) SS G/3;+2.
Schedule: Round 1 at 6:30 PM, Rounds 2-5 ASAP.
Registration: Free; Online or onsite 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.
Information: td@chichess.org
Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.
Parking: Parking is usually free after 6:00 PM in the lot behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.
Please see our website for disclaimers regarding prizes.