Chess Tournaments in Byron, GA
Looking for chess in Byron, GA? This guide collects the clubs, coaches, and tournaments listed in and around the city, then points you toward the wider Georgia scene when you want more.
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- 2,028
- Georgia USCF players
Local chess rarely lives in a single venue. The most reliable way to read Byron is to treat the clubs, coaches, and tournaments below as one connected picture: a regular club night to play, a coach when you want to improve, and weekend events when you are ready to compete. If Byron looks quiet, nearby places like Warner Robins, GA, Peachtree City, GA, and Morrow, GA are usually the fastest next step.
- Tournaments are where rated results happen — check the dates and format before you commit to travel.
- If the local list is short, widen to nearby cities — players often treat the whole area as one scene.
7 upcoming USCF-rated tournaments in and around Byron, GA. Next up: ATLANTA CHESS CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP on September 20, 2026 in Morrow, GA.
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Chess4AllAges hosts several free chess clubs, paid chess clubs as well as bimonthly tournaments. Follow us on Instagram @chess4allages to see the full list of events.
Upcoming Tournaments
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Name: ATLCC MARCH CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 Prize Fund Based on 40 Entries. 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Main Event: Open Section 1st place $500, 2nd Place $200. Under 1800 Rated Section 1s...
Name: ATLCC JUNE CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 Prize Fund Based on 40 Entries. 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Main Event: Open Section 1st place $500, 2nd Place $200. Under 1800 Rated Section 1st...
Name: ATLCC CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 PRIZE FUND FULLY GUARANTEED! 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Open Section 1st place $500+Trophy(trophy only based on tiebreak and MUST BE an ATLANTA CHESS...
Name: ATLCC OCTOBER CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500&32;Prize Fund Based on 40 Entries. 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Main Event: Open Section 1st place $500, 2nd Place $200. Under 1800 Rated Secti...
Name: ATLCC MONTHLY CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 Prize Fund Based on 40 Entries. 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Main Event: Open Section 1st place $500, 2nd Place $200. Under 1800 Rated Section...
Name: ATLCC DECEMBER CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 Prize Fund Based on 40 Entries. 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Main Event: Open Section 1st place $500, 2nd Place $200. Under 1800 Rated Section...
Name: ATLCC JANUARY CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 Prize Fund Based on 40 Entries. 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Main Event: Open Section 1st place $500, 2nd Place $200. Under 1800 Rated Section...
Name: ATLCC FEBRUARY CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 Prize Fund Based on 40 Entries. 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Main Event: Open Section 1st place $500, 2nd Place $200. Under 1800 Rated Section...
Name: ATLCC APRIL CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 Prize Fund Based on 40 Entries. 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Main Event: Open Section 1st place $500, 2nd Place $200. Under 1800 Rated Section 1s...
Name: ATLCC MAY CHAMPIONSHIP - $1500 Prize Fund Based on 40 Entries. 4 Round Swiss 1 day USCF-Rated Chess Tournament G/55 inc 5. Main Event: Open Section 1st place $500, 2nd Place $200. Under 1800 Rated Section 1st...
K-12 September Scholastic Chess Tournament Intown Community Church, 2059 Lavista Rd NE, Ga 30329 USCF Dual Rated Format:
- 4 round Swiss tournament (September supplement regular rating used)
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Event Details • Time Control: G/25 + 5 sec • Format: Quads by skill level | 3 rounds • Round Times: 7:15 PM, 8:15 PM, 9:00 PM. One bye available for 1/2 point. $20 Entry Fee includes (delicious) dinner. Dinner & Check...
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Upcoming Events
12 listingsUpcoming club nights, camps, workshops, and community events in Byron, GA and nearby areas.
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FAYETTE PUBLIC LIBRARY CHESS CLUB: 2nd Saturday of every month,&160;10:00-11:30AM at the Fayette County Library, 1821 Heritage Pkwy, Fayetteville, GA 30214. Club for children and adults in the playroom. Hosted by eith...
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CENTERVILLE COMMUNITY CENTER:&160;Every Monday,&160;6:00-7:30PM, 3025 Betheny Church Rd., Snellville 30039. Contact Coach Rodney at 770-560-1071.
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THE PUB Meeting
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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
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THE PUB Meeting
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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
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KIRKWOOD BRANCH LIBRARY: Every 2nd Wednesday,&160;4:00-6:00PM: 11 Kirkwood Road, NE, Atlanta 30317. Contact: 404-613-7200; www.fulcolibrary.org
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Mojo's Pizza in Decatur every 1st and 3rd Tuesday,&160;6:00-9:00PM, with Coach Lenwood Jackson. For more information: Text Coach Lenwood at 404-581-2561. For directions: [https://www.mojopizzanpub.com/](https://www.mo...
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MOJO FREE CHESS CLUB
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Mojo's Pizza in Decatur every 1st and 3rd Tuesday,&160;6:00-9:00PM, with Coach Lenwood Jackson. For more information: Text Coach Lenwood at 404-581-2561. For directions: [https://www.mojopizzanpub.com/](https://www.mo...
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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.
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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
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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...
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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...
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Chess Clubs Nearby
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Chess4AllAges hosts several free chess clubs, paid chess clubs as well as bimonthly tournaments. Follow us on Instagram @chess4allages to see the full list of events.
The Georgia Chess Association (GCA) is the official state affiliate of the United States Chess Federation. We serve players of all ages and skill levels from beginners making their first moves to grandmasters competin...
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...
Middle Georgia Chess Club is a nonprofit community chess club serving players throughout Macon, Warner Robins, Byron, and the surrounding Middle Georgia area. Players of all ages and skill levels are welcome to enjoy...
Chess Atlanta was founded in 2003 by Carlos Perdomo, International Chess Master. Coach Carlos founded Chess Atlanta to increase the chess presence in the metro Atlanta area, provide more young students the opportunity...
Facilitates the Saint Paul elementary and middle school chess club and hosts area tournaments.
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...
North Atlanta Chess Club runs regular scholastic and open tournaments across the Atlanta area. The club hosts a mix of weekend events, championships, and scholastic competitions, serving players of all ages and skill...
National Master Damir Studen organizes scholastic chess tournaments for K–12 players in the Atlanta area. Events may include USCF-rated sections, Swiss-paired rounds, trophies, medals, and opportunities for students a...
Chess Coaches Nearby
8 listingsBrowse coaches in Byron, GA first, then compare a few strong nearby options from the surrounding area.
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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...
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