There's a time change this month, on Sunday, March 8. 2026. Daylight will be longer as we head into spring, so that means more time to play chess at the chess club! While adding this time change to your calendars, feel free to add any or all the upcoming ChessPalace events indicated below as well. … Continue reading March Events, Tournaments, & Weekly Play
February is packed with chess action at ChessPalace! Whether you’re looking for casual games, competitive tournaments, or a structured weekly series, there’s something for everyone. Here’s a full list of what’s happening so you don’t miss the opportunity to practice and play. Announcements for this Month Presidents' Day - Drop-In / Casual Play on Monday, … Continue reading February at ChessPalace: Events, Tournaments, & Weekly Play
This monthly US Chess rated tournament is for players in Kindergarten to 12th grade only. US Chess Federation membership is required; players can register or renew it onsite at the chess club. Details: Date: Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 Check-in between 9:30-9:45 AM and Round 1 starts at 10 AM with awards estimated at around 4 pm. There will … Continue reading Scholastic Tournament this Sunday, Jan 25
This monthly US Chess rated tournament will be for players in Kindergarten to 12th grade only. US Chess Federation membership is required; players can register or renew it onsite at the chess club. Details: Date: Sunday, Dec 21, 2025 Check-in between 9:30-9:45 AM and Round 1 starts at 10 AM with awards estimated at around 3:00/3:30 pm. There … Continue reading Last 2025 Scholastic Tournament this Sunday, Dec 21!
We are excited to announce that during the American Open, we will have two lectures by Grandmaster Melik Khachiyan, 8 -time American Open Champion, FIDE Trainer, 2023 US Senior Champion, and Head Coach for the US Women’s Olympic Chess Team! Venue: Hyatt Regency Orange County 11999 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA 92840 Lecture 1 Date: Saturday 11/29 4:30 … Continue reading Grandmaster Lectures by GM Melik Khachiyan