Chess Tournaments in Savannah, GA
Savannah gives coastal Georgia a real chess foothold, with enough local identity to matter beyond the Atlanta orbit.
Georgia's chess culture improves when it is geographically broad, and Savannah helps provide that breadth. For players and organizers in the southeast corner of the state, the city offers a practical base for club play and a way to stay connected to the larger Georgia tournament calendar without treating every serious game as an Atlanta-only affair. Coastal cities matter for chess when they create their own local anchor, and Savannah does exactly that by giving southeast Georgia players a recognizable place to start from.
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Savannah gives coastal Georgia its own visible chess footprint instead of routing every search back to Atlanta.
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See More Events in SavannahPre-registration Recommended
Onsite Registration is 10 am-10:30 am.
Limited to 26 Players
First Round Begins after registration ends, and each round follows immediately after the previous round ends.
Entry Fee: $2...
Where: Berkmar High School, 405 Pleasant Hill Rd, Lilburn, GA 30047
Details to be posted soon. Please check back!
WHAT:
5 Rounds, USCF-rated, G/25; d5 (Each round can last up to 1 hour).
Every round your child's "pairing" (The specific board they will play on, their opponent's name, and which color pieces they will use for the...
2026 Southeastern Regional Women's and Girls' Chess Championship
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$12,000 Guaranteed Prize Fund
Dates:
June 26-28, 2026
Location:
Emory University – Emory Student Center 605 Asbury Circle, Atlanta, GA.
Free Parking at Emory is at the Peavine Parking Lot, 29 Eagle Row, Atlanta,...
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...
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...
Upcoming Events
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See More Events in SavannahMay 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 SavannahChess Coaches Nearby
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See More Coaches in SavannahOver 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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