November is a BIG month for chess! Along with our regular club tournaments and casual games, we're gearing up for one of the biggest chess events of the year — the 61st American Open Chess Championship! Whether you're preparing for the American Open, looking for rated tournament experience, or simply want to enjoy some over-the-board … Continue reading November 2026 Chess Club Schedule – Get Ready for the American Open!
The ChessPalace Halloween Scholastic Tournament is on Sunday, October 25 at 10 am. This tournament will be Halloween themed and players can dress up for raffle prizes. The Scholastic Tournament is open for players in Kindergarten to 12th grade. There will be 5 rounds per tournament and Top 5 players in each of the 4 … Continue reading Halloween Scholastic Tournament – Sunday, October 25
Registration is now open for the 61st American Open Chess Championship - Main Event and Scholastic Tournaments We're starting the next decade of the American Open Chess Championship! The 61st American Open will be returning to the beautiful Hyatt Regency Orange County on November 23 - 29, 2026 for a full week of chess! Participate … Continue reading September 2026 Chess Club Schedule
Lots of activities coming up this month, check out our last session of summer camp, the chess club's 36th Anniversary Tournament, weekly tournaments, and open play. Summer Chess CAMP There's still time to join us at our popular Summer Chess Camps for children 6-14 years old! The last session for 2026 is this week August … Continue reading August 2026 Chess Club Schedule
Happy July! The chess club will be open for regular business hours during the Independence Day weekend - Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4. Summer Chess CAMP There's still time to join us at our popular Summer Chess Camps for children 6-14 years old! Schedule for the remaining sessions are below. We have five … Continue reading July 2026 Chess Club Schedule