Upcoming Chess Tournaments in Alabama
Use this page to see what tournaments are coming up in Alabama. Only future events are included here, so the list stays focused on tournaments you can still plan around. Right now there are 1 upcoming tournaments in the main list and 1 future listings across the supporting sections. Each tournament card links to the event details, the hosting club, and the matching city or state page so it is easy to compare your options and register.
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Join ChessKidsNation for the 2026 Thanksgiving Chess Tournament in Hoover, Alabama.
Held during Thanksgiving weekend, this scholastic event brings together young players from across the region for a day of competition, learning, and fun. Whether you are playing in your first rated tournament or returning to compete with friends, players of all skill levels are welcome.
Hosted by ChessKidsNation, the tournament reflects the organization's mission of helping students build confidence, sportsmanship, and critical thinking through chess.
We look forward to celebrating another great year of chess with our community this Thanksgiving season.
Format: standard
Entry fee: Free
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