Chess Tournaments in Norcross, GA
Norcross helps anchor northeast-metro Georgia chess, with strong spillover from Atlanta's club scene and a stable base of local scholastic players.
Norcross is useful for players who want regular games without treating every event as a major trip. The city sits in the same north-metro network as Duluth, Johns Creek, and Lawrenceville, so coaches can build recurring programs and organizers can draw from multiple nearby communities for rated weekends. That kind of clustered suburb is often where metro chess actually becomes practical for families, because travel times stay manageable while competition stays serious enough to matter.
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One of the defining public figures in Georgia chess, linked to the modern growth of club and coaching culture in metro Atlanta.
What chess looks like in Norcross, GA
Clubs, tournament rooms, and the wider chess culture around Norcross, GA.
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Norcross sits in the northeast-metro band where short drives make repeated over-the-board play realistic.
Norcross development lane
The city matters because nearby schools, families, and coaches can support consistent junior development.
Norcross tournament flow
Norcross players usually do best when they treat Gwinnett and Atlanta events as one connected tournament map.
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See More Events in Norcross2026 Southeastern Regional Women's and Girls' Chess Championship
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2026 Phillip O’Neal Taylor Georgia State Championship Scholastics
Hosted by Georgia Chess Association
2026 Phillip O’Neal Taylor Georgia State
Championship & Scholastic
April 10 – 12, 2026
New 2-Day Scholastic Tournament&160;&160;
Register at ChessRegister: events
$10,000...
2026 Thad Rogers Memorial Georgia Class Championships&160;
Grand Prix – points
DoubleTree by Hilton Atlanta Perimeter Dunwoody
Friday, October 16, 2025 - Sunday, October 18, 2025
A Georgia State Championship Eve...
2026 Thad Rogers Memorial Georgia Class Scholastic Tournament&160;
Date: Sunday October 18, 2026 at 11:00AM
Location: Location DoubleTree by Hilton Atlanta Perimeter Dunwoody, 4386 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Atlanta, G...
2026 Georgia Open & Amateur
Scholastic Tournament
State Championship Event
DoubleTree by Hilton Atlanta Perimeter Dunwoody
Sunday, November 22, 2026
Event Overview
2026 Georgia Open & Amateur Scholastic Tourn...
Where: Berkmar High School, 405 Pleasant Hill Rd, Lilburn, GA 30047
Details to be posted soon. Please check back!
Name: Johns Creek Chesstronics Monthly Scholastic Tournament Description:&160;
• Time Control: 3RR, G/25; d5 — USCF rated.
• New or first-time players are required to secure a USCF membership at: [https://new.usc...
CHESSTRONICS Johns Creek Location–Monthly Girls Only USCF Rated Scholastic Chess Tournament
Hosted by Georgia Chess Association
Name: CHESSTRONICS Johns Creek Location–Monthly Girls Only USCF Rated Scholastic Chess Tournament
Description:&160;
Sections:&160;U400, U800, U1200, U1200 Plus. Sections may be merged to the nearest section, if less...
Name: Johns Creek Chesstronics Monthly Scholastic Tournament Description:&160;
• Time Control: 3RR, G/25; d5 — USCF rated.
• New or first-time players are required to secure a USCF membership at: [https://new.usc...
CHESSTRONICS Johns Creek Location–Monthly Girls Only USCF Rated Scholastic Chess Tournament
Hosted by Georgia Chess Association
Name: CHESSTRONICS Johns Creek Location–Monthly Girls Only USCF Rated Scholastic Chess Tournament
Description:&160;
Sections:&160;U400, U800, U1200, U1200 Plus. Sections may be merged to the nearest section, if less...
Name: Johns Creek Chesstronics Monthly Scholastic Tournament Description:&160;
• Time Control: 3RR, G/25; d5 — USCF rated.
• New or first-time players are required to secure a USCF membership at: [https://new.usc...
Name: Johns Creek Chesstronics Monthly Scholastic Tournament Description:&160;
• Time Control: 3RR, G/25; d5 — USCF rated.
• New or first-time players are required to secure a USCF membership at: [https://new.usc...
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See More Events in NorcrossMay 2026 Meetup
Hosted by Roswell Chess Club
Join us for a relaxed, friendly chess meetup where players of all skill levels can play games, solve puzzles, and connect with other local chess enthusiasts. Whether you're brand new or a seasoned competitor, there’s...
Chess Clubs Nearby
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See More Clubs in NorcrossRoswell Chess Club is a welcoming community for chess players of all ages and skill levels in and around Roswell, Georgia. We meet regularly to play, learn, and enjoy the game together — from casual games to structure...
At Mohar Chess, we believe chess is more than just a game. It's a powerful tool for developing critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and building confidence in students of all ages. Experience individualized che...
Chess Coaches Nearby
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See More Coaches in NorcrossOver 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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