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US Chess Grade (K-12) National Championships 2026

National Championship Event

Rosen Shingle Creek

Thursday, December 10, 2026 – Sunday, December 13, 2026

Event Overview

US Chess Grade (K-12) National Championships 2026

Rosen Shingle Creek. 9939 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819.

Click Here to book your room now! Reserve by 11/17/26 for the lowest rate.

  • Click here for the main event website for the US Chess Grade (K-12) National Championships 2026
  • Click here for all tournament rules, regulations, and information
  • Be sure to read the 2026-27 US Chess Scholastic Rules and Regulations for all terms and conditions of the event.
  • General Questions, including withdrawals and refunds: contact nationalevents@uschess.org
  • US Chess will issue badges to all participants. Badges will be required to enter the defined playing area.
    • Each participant registration in the tournament is allowed a single Accompanying Person
    • Please Click here to read about the badging process. 

Each player’s rating will be review by the Rating Review Group, per the US Chess Scholastic Rules and Regulations.

CLICK HERE (link will be made active the week before the event) for the reviewed ratings and rating recommendations of pre-registered players.

Main Event Entry Fees

  • $105 until Monday, 10/26/2026, 11:59pm EST – Early Entry Fee
  • $160 until Monday, 11/09/2026, 11:59pm EST – Regular Entry Fee
  • $235 until Monday, 11/30/2026, 11:59pm EST – Late Entry Fee
  • $360 until Thursday, 12/10/2026, 8:00am EST – Late Online Entry Fee
  • $400 until Friday, 12/11/2026, 10:00am EST – Late Onsite-Only Entry Fee – ONLY at Chess Control

Service Charges

  • $40 Service Charge for all Withdrawal/Refund Requests after Monday, 10/26/2026, 11:59pm EST$40 Service Charge for all Section Change Requests after Monday, 11/09/2026, 11:59pm EST$40 Service Charge for all Roster Change Requests after Monday, 11/09/2026, 11:59pm ESTNO Refunds after Thursday, 12/10/2026, 11:00am EST (11am Thursday of event weekend)

Main Event Information

  • This US Chess Scholastic National Tournament adheres to the US Chess Official Rules of Chess and the 2026-2027 US Chess Scholastic National Tournament Regulations
  • Each Grade (Kindergarten through 12th Grade) has its own section
  • Players must play in their corresponding Grade section (Scholastic Regulations Section 4)
  • All sections will play 7 rounds of Swiss-paired G/90;d10
  • Players will be paired according to the December 2026 Rating Supplement
    • All player ratings will be reviewed by the Tournament Review Group (Scholastic Regulations 4.6.3)
  • Chess Sets and score sheets are provided. 
  • Players must bring clocks.
    • Players are expected to know how to set, pause, and operate their chess clock
    • Click here for a helpful video on how to set your clock
  • US Chess membership through December 2026 is required.
  • All on-site Bye requests, withdrawals, questions, and customer support can be handled at “Chess Control” (service, registration, and help desk)

Awards and Prizes

  • Click Here – for all information about Prizes for all sections in the Main Event
  • Awards will be presented on-stage once all games have been completed.
  • Check the Schedule for times and locations of the awards ceremony for your section.
  • Side Event awards will be presented prior to the start of rounds in the main playing hall.  Check the Schedule for times and locations of the awards ceremony for your side event.
  • Questions about awards, early pick-up, etc.?  See the Chess Control help-desk at the event.

Misc. Information

  • Check the Schedule for times and locations of all events.Questions about times, locations, floor maps, etc.?
    • Click here for the main event website for the US Chess Grade (K-12) National Championships 2026
    • Or, see the Chess Control help-desk at the event.
  • General Questions, including pre-event withdrawals and refunds: contact nationalevents@uschess.org

Registration for other events:

  • Click here for information about the US Chess Grade (K-12) National Championships 2026.  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
  • Click here for information about the K-12 Grades 2026 – Bughouse Tournament. Registration is on-site only at Chess Control.
  • Click here for information about the K-12 Grades 2026 – Puzzle-Solving Championship.  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
  • Click here for information about the K-12 Grades 2026 – Blitz Tournament.  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
  • Click here for information about the Special Guest GM Simul Exhibition.  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
  • Click here for information for the K-12 Grades 2026 – Friends & Family Tournament. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
  • Click here for information for the K-12 Grades 2026  – Additional Accompanying Persons badges. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER for an additional accompanying persons badge.

Further inquiries should be directed to Click here to show mail address

Address:

9939 Universal Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32819
United States

Sections: 13

Grand Prix Points:

Prize Fund:

FIDE Rated: No

Handicap Accessible: No

Residency Restriction: No

Online Event: No

Organizer Overview

US Chess

Email: pete.karagianis@uschess.org

Phone: 9312009477

Website: https://new.uschess.org/

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2026 Texas State Girls’ Championship

Registration:

To register, please visit: https://www.coppellchessclub.com/tourRegister/texas-state-girls-championship-2026

Club: Coppell Chess Club

The 2026 Texas State Girls’ Championship will take place at Sheraton DFW Airport Hotel in 4440 West John Carpenter Frwy, Irving, TX 75063 on October 10, 2026.
This official state championship crowns champions in five sections:
High School (9th–12th)
Middle School (6th–8th)
Elementary (K–5)
Primary (K–3)
Kinder–1st

Eligibility: Open to Texas female residents or students enrolled in Texas schools (including home schools). USCF and TCA memberships are required.
All participants must have active memberships with both the US Chess Federation and the Texas Chess Association (TCA) in order to compete.
TCA Membership: For most players, the “Junior Online” membership is the most appropriate option. It costs $3 and grants eligibility to participate in all Texas championship events for one year with no additional TCA fees.

When:

Saturday Oct 10, 2026.

Round 1: 9:00 am, Round 2: 12:00 pm, Round 3: 2:30 pm, Round 4: 5:00 pm

Please try to have lunch between 11 am to 12 pm

Where:

Sheraton DFW Airport Hotel

4440 West John Carpenter Frwy, 

Irving, TX 75063

Time Controls:

G/60;d10 (60 mins with 10 seconds delay)

Sections and Prizes:

High School (9th–12th)

Middle School (6th–8th)

Elementary (K–5)

Primary (K–3)

Kinder–1st

Trophies for first 5 places

Team Trophies for first 2 places for each section

Section may be merged based on entries.

Entry Fee:

All Sections:
$55 Before Aug 30, 2026              $65 Regular Fee              $75 After Sep 27, 2026

School and Bulk Registrations: Please call us @ 214-534-6730 or email coppell.chessclub@gmail.com for Bulk School Registrions and discounts.

Byes:

  • Up to one ½ point bye allowed for any round except for the last round. Bye has to be requested before end of round 2.
  • Zero-point bye/withdraw has to be requested before the section pairing is done.

Withdrawals:

  • Withdrawals can be requested 1 week before the tournament start date (Oct 10, 2026). Refunds will incur a $15 processing and transaction fee.
  • NO REFUNDS/NO CREDITS after Oct 2, 2026 and NO EXCEPTION.

More Details:

  • US Chess ratings and rules will be used for pairings and awarding prizes.
  • No Spectators allowed in tournament area.
  • All non-essential communication devices must be powered off completely while inside the playing hall and must remain in the player’s bag or face up on the table.
  • Only US Chess approved electronic notation devices are allowed.
  • Notation required for all sections and must continue until last 5 mins of the game
  • Please bring your own clock. Boards and sets will be provided.
  • Only snacks and drinks allowed at the chess board. All other food must remain outside the playing room.
  • Default late forfeiture time is one hour. TD may extend this time at TD’s discretion.

Contact:

Email: coppell.chessclub@gmail.com

Phone: 214-534-6730

Registration:

To register, please visit: https://www.coppellchessclub.com/tourRegister/texas-state-girls-championship-2026

 

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Texas North Grade Championship 2026

Registration:

To register, please visit: https://www.coppellchessclub.com/tourRegister/texas-north-grade-championship-2026

Club: Coppell Chess Club

29th Texas North/Central Grade Championships 2026

The 2026 Texas North/Central Grade Championships will take place at Sheraton DFW Airport Hotel in 4440 West John Carpenter Frwy, Irving, TX 75063 on Nov 13, 2026 to Nov 15, 2026.

This official state championship crowns champions in 13 sections for each grade with 6 rounds:
12th Grade,11th Grade,10th Grade,9th Grade,8th Grade,7th Grade,6th Grade, 5th Grade,4th Grade,3rd Grade,2nd Grade,1st Grade,Kindergarden
*Sections may be merged based on entries.
*Playing up to a higher or down to a lower grade level is not permitted.

Eligibility: Open to Texas residents or students enrolled in Texas schools (including home schools). USCF and TCA memberships are required.
All participants must have active memberships with both the US Chess Federation and the Texas Chess Association (TCA) in order to compete.
TCA Membership: For most players, the “Junior Online” membership is the most appropriate option. It costs $3 and grants eligibility to participate in all Texas championship events for one year with no additional TCA fees.

When:

3-Day

Friday Nov 13th, 2026 to Sunday Nov 15th, 2026.
Round 1: Friday Nov 13th at 7:00 pm,
Round 2: Saturday Nov 14th at 11:00 am,
Round 3: Saturday Nov 14th at 2:00 pm,
Round 4: Saturday Nov 14th at 5:00 pm,
Round 5: Sunday Nov 15th at 10:00 am,
Round 6: Sunday Nov 15th at 2:00 pm,

2-Day

Saturday Nov 14th, 2026 to Sunday Nov 15th, 2026.
Round 1: Saturday Nov 14th at 9:00 am (G/30;d5 this round only). It merges with 3-Day schedule from Round 2 which is at 11 am, Saturday Nov 14th.

Where:

Sheraton DFW Airport Hotel

4440 West John Carpenter Frwy, 

Irving, TX 75063

Time Controls:

G/60;d5 (60 mins with 5 seconds delay)

Sections and Prizes:

12th Grade

11th Grade

10th Grade

9th Grade

8th Grade

7th Grade

6th Grade

5th Grade

4th Grade

3rd Grade

2nd Grade

1st Grade

Kindergarden

Trophies for first 5 places

Team Trophies for first 2 places for each section

Section may be merged based on entries.

Entry Fee:

All Sections:
$59 Before Sep 01, 2026              $69 Regular Fee              $79 After Nov 01, 2026

School and Bulk Registrations: Please call us @ 214-534-6730 or email coppell.chessclub@gmail.com for Bulk School Registrations and discounts.

Byes:

  • Up to one ½ point bye allowed for any round except for the last round. Bye has to be requested before end of round 2.
  • Zero-point bye/withdraw has to be requested before the section pairing is done.

Withdrawals:

  • Withdrawals can be requested 1 week before the tournament start date (Nov 6, 2026). Refunds will incur a $15 processing and transaction fee.
  • NO REFUNDS/NO CREDITS after Nov 6, 2026 and NO EXCEPTION.

More Details:

  • US Chess ratings and rules will be used for pairings and awarding prizes.
  • No Spectators allowed in tournament area.
  • All non-essential communication devices must be powered off completely while inside the playing hall and must remain in the player’s bag or face up on the table.
  • Only US Chess approved electronic notation devices are allowed.
  • Notation required for grades from Grade 5 and above sections and must continue for the entire game until last 5 mins.
  • Please bring your own clock. Boards and sets will be provided.
  • Only snacks and drinks allowed at the chess board. All other food must remain outside the playing room.
  • Default late forfeiture time is one hour. TD may extend this time at TD’s discretion.

Contact:

Email: coppell.chessclub@gmail.com

Phone: 214-534-6730

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Open Section at Paragon 9/19/26

Awards:

Full pairings and standings can be found at the registration link below (click on the blue “Live” text to get to them).

Full pairings and standings can be found at the registration link below (click on the “View live tournament dashboard” link to get to them).

Register HERE! When you click the link, scroll to the bottom for registration.

See Preregistration List HERE! Click link, then scroll down past tournament info.

Pairings/Standings HERE!

Player reminder email sent Friday night HERE
 
 

Basics

This is a Swiss-system US Chess-rated tournament, so everyone plays all day—there is no “elimination.” Players must know how to play the game of chess! We follow US Chess rules including: touch-move, mandatory clocks (bring your own if at all possible), and mandatory notation. If registrations exceed 32 in any one section, we reserve the right to split into two sections.

Location

Paragon Prep
7944 Great Northern Boulevard
Austin, TX 78757

Eligibility

Open Section:
All adults – if you have a child in a scholastic section, include a note with their full name when registering.
Any youth who have reached at least 1200 monthly published rating as of September 2026 (exceptions made for live ratings).

Ineligible entries will be moved to the appropriate ‘under’ scholastic section of the Paragon 9/19/26 Scholastic Tournament.

This is a rated tournament. You must have a US Chess ID and your membership can be purchased/ renewed online with US Chess in advance of registration. You can verify your US Chess membership ID and expiration by visiting https://ratings.uschess.org. Anyone can become a US Chess member. Adults new to tournament chess are welcome to play in the open section. Youth players MUST have a ratings history. Your US Chess membership cannot expire before September 30, 2026.

Schedule

No check-in necessary for preregistrations. We will make every attempt to contact you in advance if we see a problem with your registration. Verify your entry ONLINE!
9:15am Open  sections begin. Open has 4 rounds of G/45,+5.

No changes for round 1 (bye or section) allowed after online registration closes. Requests for byes, withdrawals, player info edits be made onsite with your chief TD and go into effect as of round 2.

Approximate Round Times

Open:
rd 1 – 9:15am, rd 2 – 11:10am, rd 3 – 1:30pm, rd 4 – 3:30pm

Notes

There will be some down time between rounds since many games will finish early. We will provide an area (outside the tournament room) for casual “skittles” chess and/or other indoor activities.

Food will be available for purchase. You may bring your own lunch and snacks. Only water bottles allowed at the chess board.

Awards

Open section:
Cash prizes based on number of entries. Special trophies will be awarded to the highest scoring Family & Child teams  (Uncles, Aunts, Siblings, Parents, or Grandparents paired with at least one scholastic aged player.). 

Registration Information

 

*$40 (youth) /$30 (adult) through Thursday, 9/3/2026
*$50 (youth) /$40 (adult) through Saturday, 9/12/2026
*$55 (youth) /$45 (adult) as of Sunday, 9/13/2026 and ENDS at 5pm on Thursday 9/17/26
*$65 (youth) / $50 (adult) Last chance and onsite entry, if space available, after 5 pm Thursday through the tournament date. Open section first round play requires registration and payment before 8:45am Saturday.

Withdrawals requested via email before midnight on Wednesday 9/16/26 are eligible for a refund (minus a $10 service fee). No exceptions. No refunds for US Chess memberships after purchased from US Chess.

If you need byes (rounds when you won’t be available to play), please request when you register by adding a note. First bye receives 1/2-point. Further byes receive 0-points. Email us to make changes to your requested byes. Deadline to add/remove 1/2-point byes is before the start of round 2.

*Open section: Will be paired onsite. Round 1 changes must be made no later than 8:45am.

Email Sarah Brauner at AustinChessTournaments@gmail.com with other questions.

Organized by Rocks & Rooks (Gary Gaiffe)

View the ONLINE TLA

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Waco August Swiss 8/29/26

Waco August 29 Swiss – Registration Link: https://forms.gle/7zjiNn28N6Ht9pNH8

Saturday, August 29, 2026
Holy Spirit Episcopal Church, 1624 Wooded Acres Dr., Waco, TX 76710 (Behind Target)

 (Enter through main door and turn right. Tournament room is at the end of Parish Hall.)


VIEW ENTRY LIST (This is manually entered, so it may not reflect recent registrations.)

4 Rounds at a time control of G/45;d5 (45 minutes with a 5 second delay)

3 Sections:

  • Championship- Ratings 1600+ (1400-1599 may play up for $10 fee)
  • Under 1601- Ratings 1000-1600 (800-999 may play up for $10 fee) 
  • Under 1000- Ratings 0-999

Notes on Sections:

  • Most unrated players should play in the Under 1000 section, but you may play up in the U1601.
  • We go by monthly published ratings, but if your live current rating goes up before the tournament, you may request to move sections. 
  • There is a $10 PLAY-UP FEE for those playing up to a higher section.  You must still meet the section minimum rating to play up.

Check in & Pay: 9:30 to 9:50 AM
 (*Because we do not accept payment in advance,  players not checked in by 9:50 am will NOT be paired in Round 1 –unless you notify us that you are on the way.  If you are registered, but can no longer play, please let us know.)

Round Times: 

  • Round 1- 10:00 AM
  • Round 2- 11:45 AM 
  • Round 3- 2:00 PM 
  • Round 4- 3:45 PM

Entry Fee: $20 CASH (no credit, no debit) upon arrival.  Exact change is appreciated! Extra $10 play-up fee for those playing up.
Cash Prizes- Based on the number of entries. The prize list will be posted on-site, after the start of Round 1.

Limited Capacity of 70 players!
Register by filling out the form below.
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This is a rated tournament. Current US Chess membership required (https://new.uschess.org/join-us-chess.)

Please check that your membership is not expired before registering (https://ratings.uschess.org.) If you need help creating or renewing your US Chess membership, please email us (contact info is below.)

Notation is required.  We provide notation sheets. You may also use your own notation book/ sheets or a USCF approved notation device.  Please bring a pen or pencil.

If you don’t know how to notate, learn here: https://www.chesshouse.com/blogs/education/how-to-read-and-write-algebraic-chess-notation

Please bring a chess clock if you have one.  The club has a limited supply.  Chess sets are provided. 

For those new to tournaments: Swiss means all players will play all 4 rounds, unless there is a requested bye (1/2 point) because you need to miss a round or an assigned bye (full point) due to uneven sections.

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For questions or problems registering, please email:
Dan Shafer (daniel_m_shafer@baylor.edu) or Deborah Shafer (dshaferchess@yahoo.com)

(For parents registering children, you may enter the parent email and phone number, but please enter the player’s name.)

Personal Information will not be shared.  Only the player’s name, USCF ID, rating, and expiration date will be posted on the entry list.

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October USCF Rated Chess Tournament

Registration link HERE

Complete ChessSan Antonio, TX

Saturday, October 10  •  10 AM – 5 PM

Overview

Join us in October Major Rated Chess Tournament! Sharpen your skills and compete with top players. Don’t miss out!

Description: This is a USCF rated swiss chess tournament open to all chess players. There will be 4 rounds with 3 sections all held on Oct 10th.1/2 point bye available for any round if notified before Round 2 is paired. No last round byes.

LIMIT 40 PEOPLE FOR THIS EVENT.

Sections and Prizes:

*50% guaranteed in prizes based on 30 entries. 50% guaranteed payout.

*One prize per person*

$1000 in Prizes

Three sections prizes.

(Championship) 1500+

• $300-$150

(Reserve) U1500

• $200-$100

(Novice) U1000

• $200-$100

Round times and Time Controls:

• All rounds G/40;d5

• Registration at 9:00-9:45 am if not done online.

• Rounds 1: 10:00am

• Rounds 2: 11:30am

• Lunch Break: 1:00pm

• Rounds 3: 2:00pm

• Rounds 4: 3:30pm

Entry fee: $50 if received before online before the tournament, $60 for on-site registration and may have to take 1st round bye. Masters play for free as well as first 3 experts (2000 USCF). Contact services.completechess@gmail.com

**All winnings will be sent via check. Please ensure your shipping address and the name for the check are accurately provided during the registration process.

**No refunds after October 3rd. All refunds will be charged a $7 processing and transaction fee.

Location

Complete Chess

6391 De Zavala Road

#Ste 1213 San Antonio, TX 78249

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ACC Dual-rated G/45 Swiss

This slow swiss takes place over 2 weeks, with 2 games on September 19th and 2 games on September 26th. G/45 with 5 second delay. 4 round Swiss. Sections dependent on turnout. EF: $20.00 all. Online registration/payment  requested. Registration is opened one event at a time, so you will see registration for this event after the previous event has closed.

USCF membership must not expire before September 30th, 2026. Please renew (https://new.uschess.org/) before coming to the event if needed.

Austin Chess Club is a wonderful atmosphere for the mature, experienced chess player.  Scholastic players are welcome, but expected to play quiet, serious chess. Each round could go down to the wire!

Last chance registration happens onsite 3:00-3:45pm on September 19th. No pre-registration for round 1 is necessary. Email pre-registration is accepted; however, online payment  is preferred)! If you email to register, you must show up and pay no later than 3:45pm. First round begins at 4pm. Participants who wish to enter the tournament late may email Austin Chess Club. Late entry must be made (emailed) before 10am on Saturday, September 26th to secure a round 3 pairing.

Location:
The Upbring School of Arts and Sciences
3407 Red River St
Austin TX 78705

Finding the club Click for picture of area.
FIND THE ENTRANCE: Enter the front parking lot of the school via Luther Lane (green line on photo). Find the elevator outside the building (marked on photo by green dot);
go up the stairs to enter via the door, follow the hallway until you find lit classrooms.
PARKING: Additional parking may be found at:

  • St. Paul Lutheran Church parking lot (marked by a blue blotch)
  • Sabina Apartments (underground?) parking, open to the public

For more information about the Austin Chess Club, click here.
Please read the website before contacting us. Contact information is available at http://austinchessclub.com/. (Please read the website before emailing with questions.)

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ACC G/90 Standard Swiss 8/15-8/29

This slow swiss takes place over 4 weeks, with games on August 15th, 22nd, 29th. G/90 with 30 sec increment per move. 4 round Swiss. Sections dependent on turnout, limited to 32 players. EF: $15.00 all. Link to: Online registration and payment requested.

USCF membership must not expire before August 31, 2026.

Austin Chess Club is a wonderful atmosphere for the mature, experienced chess player. The event has the potential to run late. Scholastic players are welcome, but expected to play quiet, serious chess. One round may last upwards of 4 hours.

Register online via above link or onsite 3:00-3:45pm. No pre-registration for round 1 is necessary. Email pre-registration is accepted; however, online payment is preferred! If you email to register, you must show up and pay no later than 3:45pm! First round begins at 4pm. Participants who wish to enter the tournament late may email Austin Chess Club. Late entry must be made (emailed) before 10am on Saturday,  August 22nd to secure a round 2 pairing.

Location:
3407 Red River St
Austin TX 78705

Finding the club Click for picture of area.
FIND THE ENTRANCE: Enter the front parking lot of the school via Luther Lane (green line on photo). Find the elevator outside the building (marked on photo by green dot);
go up the stairs to enter via the door, follow the hallway until you find lit classrooms.
PARKING: Additional parking may be found at:

  • St. Paul Lutheran Church parking lot (marked by a blue blotch)
  • Sabina Apartments (underground?) parking, open to the public

For more information about the Austin Chess Club, click here.
Please read the website before contacting us. Contact information is available at http://austinchessclub.com/.

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2026 Texas Thanksgiving Classic

Holiday Inn Austin Midtown, Texas

Friday, November 27, 2026 – Sunday, November 29, 2026

Event Overview

Austin Family Chess League – Classical Tournament #1

November 27–29, 2026 | 7 Rounds | Friday–Sunday

Sections:  Open(2100+) | U2100 | U1700 | U1300

Time Control: Round 1: G/60; d10  |  Rounds 2–7: G/90; +30

Schedule (3-Day only)

Friday(11/27):   R1 9:00 AM   R2 1:00 PM   R3 6:00 PM

Saturday(11/28):  R4 9:00 AM   R5 2:00 PM   Blitz Tournament 7:00 PM

Sunday(11/29):   R6 9:00 AM   R7 2:00 PM

Location
Holiday Inn Austin Midtown
6000 Middle Fiskville Road
Austin, TX

Entry Fee

  • $105 – Register by October 1
  • $135 – Register by November 1
  • $185 – Register by November 26
  • $200 – On-site registration

Special Benefits for Strong Players:

2200+ Players: Players rated 2200+ who register by October 1 will receive a full refund of their entry fee after completing all 7 rounds without taking a bye.

GM/IM: Grandmasters and International Masters who register by 10/1 will receive complimentary hotel accommodations.

Play-Up Rule

Players whose rating reaches within 100 points of the minimum rating for the next section at any time between 8/1 and 11/27 may play up one section by paying an additional $50 play-up fee.

Tournament Rules

This tournament is US Chess rated and is not FIDE rated. US Chess rules will apply. All players are required to bring their own chess set and clock. No electronic devices are permitted in the playing hall.

Withdrawal & Refund Policy

  • Withdrawal requested before November 1: Refund minus a $35 processing fee
  • Withdrawal requested November 1–25: Refund minus an $85 processing fee
  • No refunds after November 26

Hotel

Holiday Inn Austin Midtown – Tournament rate: $129 per night (breakfast for two guests is included). Free parking is available for all tournament participants. Hotel booking link will be available soon.

Prizes

Total Prize Fund: $2,960.  All prizes are guaranteed with 80 or more players. Players who qualify for more than one prize will receive the higher prize only. Prizes will be paid via PayPal.

OPEN Prize Fund: $1,285

1st $400 – 2nd $300 – 3rd $200 – 4th $100 – 5th $50 – 6th $30 – 7th $20 – 8th $10

Female: 1st $100 – 2nd $50 – 3rd $25

U2100 Prize Fund: $855

1st $300 – 2nd $200 – 3rd $100 – 4th $50 – 5th $30 – 6th $20 – 7th $10 – 8th $5

Female: 1st $80 – 2nd $40 – 3rd $20

U1700 Prize Fund: $525

1st $200 –  2nd $100 – 3rd $50 – 4th $30 – 5th $20 – 6th $10 – 7th $5 – 8th $5

Female: 1st $60 – 2nd $30 – 3rd $15

U1300 Prize Fund: $295

1st $100 – 2nd $50 – 3rd $30 – 4th $20 – 5th $10 – 6th $5 – 7th $5  – 8th $5

Female: 1st $40 – 2nd $20 – 3rd $10

Event Registration

Register Online or scan the QR code. If you have any questions, please email us at Click here to show mail address

Scan to register

Organizer Overview

Austin Family Chess League

Email: afcltournament@gmail.com

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AGCA December Open

Register at : https://austin-chess.com/events/

Early entry $50 through 11/29; Regular entry $60 11/30-12/6; Late entry $75 from 12/7. Members save 15%!

Players are allowed to play up within 100 rating points for a $0.50/point fee. See registration website for other policies, including byes and cancellation.

U800

0 – 799

G/30; d5

6 Rounds

10:00 AM

U1200

800 – 1199

G/40; d5

5 Rounds

10:00 AM

U1600

1200 – 1599

G/40; d5

5 Rounds

10:00 AM

U2000

1600 – 1999

G/60; d5

4 Rounds

10:00 AM

2000+

2000+

G/60; d5

4 Rounds

10:00 AM

SCHEDULES:

Schedules vary by section, see tournament website for specific times

Prizes

  • 2000+: $400, $200, $100
  • U2000: $200, $100, $50
  • U1600: $100, $75, $50
  • U1200: Chess books
  • U800: Chess books
  • Play-up fees will directly be added to the prizes so they may be higher.
  • Medals for top 3 finishers in each section