Chess Tournaments in Tennessee
Tennessee works best as a statewide guide to the main metro scenes, organizers, and tournament pockets that shape local play. Start with the upcoming competition, then use the club and coach sections to get a fuller picture of who is active in the same area. If you need to widen the search, nearby places like Memphis, Chattanooga, and Crossville are the fastest next step.
Tennessee chess usually revolves around a handful of metro anchors, the clubs that meet consistently, the coaches who train local players, and the tournament weekends that pull everyone together. The point of this guide is to help people see those parts in one place instead of guessing which city or organizer matters most.
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Upcoming Tournaments
Upcoming rated and unrated competition linked to Tennessee.
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...
Upcoming Events
Upcoming club nights, camps, workshops, and community events linked to Tennessee.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Chess Clubs in Tennessee
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The Chattanooga Chess Club was founded to provide its members with an opportunity to meet and play chess in an informal and friendly atmosphere, as well as to promote the Royal Game throughout the greater Chattanooga...
Cumberland County Chess Club is a local chess community in Crossville, Tennessee, promoting chess through casual play, rated events, and regional tournament activity. The club helps connect players in the Cumberland C...
Chess Coaches in Tennessee
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