Chess Tournaments in United States
The United States has one of the broadest chess footprints in the world, with strong scholastic pipelines, deep club culture in a handful of metros, and a tournament calendar that ranges from casual weekend Swiss events to elite invitational play.
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American chess is less about one unified scene than a network of regional power centers. New York remains the country's most recognizable historic chess city, Saint Louis turned Missouri into the institutional capital of modern U.S. chess, and states like California and Texas give the country its real breadth through constant club, coaching, and junior activity. A useful national guide has to connect those regions rather than pretend everything happens in one place.
- US Chess (the U.S. Chess Federation) governs rated play, from local Swiss events up to the U.S. Championship.
- Saint Louis has become the institutional heart of American chess through the Saint Louis Chess Club and World Chess Hall of Fame.
- New York and California remain the deepest year-round scenes, while online play has widened access nationwide.
Bobby Fischer
World champion and the most famous American chess figure in modern history.
Fabiano Caruana
One of the defining stars of contemporary U.S. elite chess.
Hikaru Nakamura
A central figure in the modern American competitive and online chess landscape.
Titled Coaches In This Area
These coaches are verified titled players already registered in this area.
Official USCF rating list · July 1, 2026
- 1Caruana, Fabiano2865
- 2Nakamura, Hikaru2849
- 3So, Wesley2821
- 4Liang, Awonder2802
- 5Niemann, Hans2799
4 upcoming USCF-rated tournaments across United States. Next up: Weekly Meeting on July 15, 2026 in New Orleans, LA.
See full United States USCF statsMap
Upcoming Tournaments
18 resultsUpcoming rated and unrated competition linked to United States.
Location: Varners Restaurant & Tavern. 725 Concord Rd SE, Smyrna GA 30082 Date: Mondays Time: Registration at 7:00PM, Rounds start at 7:15PM Style: Swiss System Four-rounds Time-Control: G/10 + 0 Win = 1 point, Draw =...
Tampa Champions Expert and Master Quad
Weekly Monday event from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Format 2 round USCF rated event Time control: 40 minutes with 5 second delay
Entry Fee $15 entry $30 prize to first place
Eligibi...
Mondays at Turtle Bay is Downriver Chess Club of New Orleans’ weekly USCF-rated club night, held at Turtle Bay, 1119 Decatur St in New Orleans. Registration begins at 6:45 PM and the first round starts at 7:00 PM. The...
Weekly Meeting
Hosted by Tulane Chess Club
Weekly Meeting on Chess67
Mohar Chess Academy is excited for a 4 week Month long Tournament Series. Join us for the competitive practice in a friendly academy environment.
Weekly rated quick tournament at Panera Bread in West Melbourne.
What to expect Show up, get paired, play 4 rounds, results the same night
Format 4 round Swiss Time control G10 with 2 second delay
Sections may be s...
Name: GEORGIA CHESS FRIDAY KNIGHT FACE OFF Desc: Time Control: 3SS G/30;d5 - USCF Rated, current unofficial ratings may be used at TD discretion. Five Sections: Elite = Class A and above 1800. Premier = Class B & C 14...
USCF rated Friday night tournament hosted by King's Land Chess.
Format: • 3 Round Swiss • G/30 d5 • US Chess membership required
Sections: • 1000+ • 600 to 999 • 300 to 599 • Under 300
One half point bye available...
The Stonehaven Chess Club (Marietta, GA) is hosting a USCF-rated scholastic tournament open to all K-12 students. Time Control: 3SS G/25;d5 (3 games, 25 mins/side with 5 second delay). USCF Rated Three Open Sections:...
K-12 Scholastic Quad Tournament hosted by Dragon Knight Chess.
Players are grouped into four-player sections whenever possible and compete for individual and team trophies.
Registration: • $19 online registration by...
2026 TN Summer Speed Series
Sponsored by Mercedes-Benz of Nashville
Quick & Blitz Grand Prix
Entry
- $40 early entry or onsite
- $50 at the door
- Onsite registration begins at 11:00 AM
- Preferred registration...
CHESS ZONE JULY ACTION G/60+5
Hosted by Chess Zone
Sunday, July 19th - Action G/60+5 CHESS ZONE JULY ACTION G/60+5 Four rounds, Swiss System, USCF rated. $1250 in prizes, 50% guaranteed Three sections: CHAMPIONSHIP (1800+): Open to USCF rated 1800 and above. 1st — $50...
Weekly rated blitz tournament at Nocturne Teas Kava Bar.
What to expect Show up, get paired, play multiple blitz games, results the same day
Format 5 round double Swiss (10 games total)
Time control Black chooses G...
Mohar Strategic Sunday Quads Tournament ++Time Control:++ 3 Rounds; Round Robin tournament, G/25; d5 ++Location:++ The NEW Mohar Chess Academy in Suwanee - NEEDS ADDRESS & check if I named the chess center correct...
Location: Varners Restaurant & Tavern. 725 Concord Rd SE, Smyrna GA 30082 Date: Mondays Time: Registration at 7:00PM, Rounds start at 7:15PM Style: Swiss System Four-rounds Time-Control: G/10 + 0 Win = 1 point, Draw =...
Tampa Champions Expert and Master Quad
Weekly Monday event from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Format 2 round USCF rated event Time control: 40 minutes with 5 second delay
Entry Fee $15 entry $30 prize to first place
Eligibi...
Mondays at Turtle Bay is Downriver Chess Club of New Orleans’ weekly USCF-rated club night, held at Turtle Bay, 1119 Decatur St in New Orleans. Registration begins at 6:45 PM and the first round starts at 7:00 PM. The...
Mohar Chess Academy is excited for a 4 week Month long Tournament Series. Join us for the competitive practice in a friendly academy environment.
Upcoming Events
18 resultsUpcoming club nights, camps, workshops, and community events linked to United States.
WOLF CREEK LIBRARY (near Camp Creek in Fulton County): Every Monday,&160;5:00-7:00PM, with Coach Lenwood. Contact Coach Rodney at 770-560-1071.
Every Monday we meet at the Oviedo Mall Food Court from 6-9p for free, open play chess. It is open to all ages and skill levels. No registration required. Come join us!
CENTERVILLE COMMUNITY CENTER:&160;Every Monday,&160;6:00-7:30PM, 3025 Betheny Church Rd., Snellville 30039. Contact Coach Rodney at 770-560-1071.
The Knights Social offers the perfect setting to unwind, connect, and enjoy an evening full of chess!
Give your child this summer Better Focus and Concentration Strategic and Logical Thinking Problem solving Skills Confidence in Decision Making Ability to Plan Ahead Tournament Exposure
Day 1: Foundations and Confid...
When: Tuesdays and Fridays, 1:00–4:00 PM Where: Alpharetta Adult Activity Center, 13450 Cogburn Road, Alpharetta, GA Contact: Rick Rohdenburg Email: rohdenburgs@gmail.com Phone: 404-786...
STONE CREEK PIZZA in LILBURN: EVERY 1ST AND 2ND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH,&160;6:00-7:30PM at 5330 Lilburn-Stone Mountain Road, 108, Lilburn GA 30047. Contact Coach Chris Suliveres ([chess4champscoach@gmail.com](mailto:ch...
EVELYN G LOWERY LIBRARY: Every 2nd Tuesday,&160;6:00-8:00PM at 3665 Cascade Road, Atlanta, GA 30331. Text Coach Lenwood at 404-581-2561 for more information
Join us for Tactical Tuesday: Guided Chess Study Night, a relaxed group session focused on learning, improving, and talking through positions together. We’ll study tactics, openings, strategy, and real games in a begi...
Give your child this summer Better Focus and Concentration Strategic and Logical Thinking Problem solving Skills Confidence in Decision Making Ability to Plan Ahead Tournament Exposure
Day 1: Foundations and Confid...
Club Meeting
Hosted by Chattanooga Chess Club
When: Wednesdays, 5:30–8:30 PM Where: YMCA, 301 W. 6th Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402 Contact: Robert Presswood Phone: 423-244-3600 Email: meanbull@gmail.com Member
Come play a few casual games over the board. And enjoy a cold beer as well, if you are so inclined ;)
Come stop by for our weekly meeting! Compete in our intraclub ELO Ladder for a chance to win one of our prizes at the end of the semester! Free food as well!
THE PUB Meeting
Hosted by Championship Chess
THE PUB: Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday,&160;6:00-9:00PM: Free All Age Chess. 469 Flat Shoals Ave., SE, Atlanta 30316. Contact: 404-748-1145; www.eavpub.com
Slamming Weekly Meetup
Hosted by Poison Pawns
Weekly Poison Pawns meetup at Slowpokes.
Open to all ages and skill levels. Casual over the board games with players from across the Houston chess community.
The group typically runs around 15 boards each week, maki...
Join us Thursday evenings at Tin & Taco Sodo & Sodough Square's shared restaurant for some great food, friends, and fun. Free open play chess meetup every week. Join us!
Test your luck against some of Tampa Bay's best chess players! Thursdays the club hosts regular tournaments, open-play, & special events. All events offer both a beginner friendly guidance & advanced play sections.
Chess Clubs in United States
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♟️At AllStar Institute, we believe chess is more than just a game—it is a powerful tool for developing valuable life skills. ♟️We provide a supportive and encouraging environment where students grow not only as playe...
The Alpharetta Senior Chess Club meets twice a week for friendly chess games and community connection. Players of all experience levels are welcome to stop by, enjoy casual play, and meet other chess enthusiasts in th...
Chess Club at ASU (aka Sun Devil Chess) welcomes chess players/enthusiasts of all skill levels and backgrounds. We are a club that is interested in promoting chess in Arizona as well as establishing a fun environment...
The Athens Chess Club meets Friday evenings for casual chess and community play in Athens, Georgia. Players of all ages and experience levels are welcome to join, whether they are looking for friendly games, practice,...
The Augusta University Chess club is a club to play, learn, and talk all things chess for AU students, faculty, alumni, and really anyone in the Augusta area who are interested in chess. Get more information about us...
Aurora Chess Club is one of Colorado’s oldest and most established chess communities. The club hosts regular weekly meetups, tournaments, and open play sessions for players of all levels, from casual enthusiasts to c...
Drafted welcoming chess club description for local community The Belle Mead Chess Club is a welcoming place for players of every level to meet, play, and improve. Whether it's your first game or your thousandth, you'l...
The Chess Club at Berkeley is the best place to play the game of chess and any of its variants, or learn the game for the first time! We have no membership requirements, welcome players of all skill levels for casual...
++Who++: Welcome to C4! 🥳 Founded Apr '26, we're committed to organizing various chess events — Saturday's: casual play / training & Sunday's: paid USCF-rated tourneys (each once or twice a month) ++Where++: Our even...
Welcome to Cascadia Chess club, we are an inclusive club here at Cascadia College prepared to teach you the basics of chess, and critical thinking techniques. This club is not only for beginners but also competitive p...
Castle Chess Camp is held annually at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. Now in its 24th year, Castle Chess brings together top instructors and aspiring students for a week of intensive training and fun. 2026 Ca...
Central Florida Chess Club is an established nonprofit chess club serving the Orlando and Central Florida chess community. Founded in 1987, CFCC hosts regular US Chess rated tournaments, weekend hotel events, scholast...
Championship Chess is a scholastic chess organization offering instruction, curriculum, and club opportunities for students across Georgia and throughout the U.S. Their programs support public, private, and homeschool...
Chess Coaches in United States
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Over the years, Coach Adnan has led numerous school teams and individual students to victory in National and State chess competitions, cementing his reputation as one of the most successful coaches in the region. He h...
My name is Alen Kubati, I am 35 years old and I am currently located in NJ, USA. I started playing chess at the age of 7 and I have been in love with the game ever since. When I was in high school, I was the founder o...
US Chess Federation National Master with almost 20 years of playing experience and a decade of coaching/teaching experience. Best results as a player include tied first in the 2023 North American Open U2300 section, a...
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