
Similar to last year, the 2026 Tallahassee Chess Fest will include various free events on Friday and Saturday, including a movie and activities (with 2 invited grandmasters).There will be demonstrations and hands-on activities designed to teach, challenge, and entertain chess lovers of all ages/skill levels, Free-Play and more!
Event Highlights and Schedule:
-Friday 4/3
7 PM : Kick off the weekend with a free screening of Game Over: Kasparov and The Machine
-Saturday 4/4
All Day : Open Play & Activites
10 AM : Meet and Greet with the Grandmasters
10:30 AM – 12 PM : Simul for Registered Players
1 PM – 3:30 PM : Grandmaster Showdown
3:45 – 4:30 PM : Pop-Up Experiences
4:45 – 6:15 PM : Grandmaster Lectures
-Sunday 4/5
10 AM : Quick Tournament for Registered Players Begins
3:30 PM : Blitz Tournament for Registered Players Begins
The Chess Fest is for all ages and skill levels. We look forward to your participation!
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