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Chess is everywhere in Hampton Roads. Here are the local upcoming events and clubs we know about. The more you play, the faster you improve — and the bigger the community gets.
UPCOMING CHESS EVENTS
Saturday - Sunday Main Event, One-day scholastic sessions on both Saturday and Sunday
The Grand Fin- ale at the Kiwanis Seafood Festival! Rapid tournament plus all-you-can-eat seafood and BBQ dinner, with live music by SlapNation. Early bird pricing until ($65) until September 11, then $75. Purchase tickets at: https://kiwanispeninsulaseafoodfestival.com Tournament Registration is free with ticket. Read more
ALL proceeds from this event benefit HRCA's Scholarship Fund. This fund provides needs-based financial assistance to HRCA members to help cover costs of chess classes, tournaments, and other chess-related programs. HRCA provides an average of $5,000 each year in needs-based scholarships.
Blundercheck returns to Frank's Monster Munchies for a Halloween chess experience you won't forget. Come in costume, come hungry, and come ready to play a lot of chess! Part 1: The Blitz Arena Three hours of unlimited games. Win as many as you can, and rack up bonus points for win streaks. Read more
As a very special part of Poquoson Library's GameCon! Blundercheck brings real money to the board at Gamecon. Four rounds of Game/20 with a 5-second delay means fast, decisive chess at the library!. Whether you're looking to improve your rating, playing your first tournament, or going for the cash, there's a section for you and prizes waiting! Read more
LOCAL CHESS CLUBS
Chess Master Tyson Brady is welcoming students and upper skilled players for tournaments. "I am currently on the search for new students, online or in-person are available. I created Chesapeake Chess Club in the hopes to reach out to anyone who is passionate and has a undying love for the game so I can help them reach the next level." There are no regular meetings at this time. Contact Tyson for information! I live in Chesapeake, Virginia so I am ready to travel to your house to work with you or your child if you are living in that area.
3229 MacDonald Road. Virginia Beach, Virginia
Rated Tournaments every Thursday evening, directed by Robbie Jackson
745 Little Neck Road, Virginia Beach, VA
casual chess, USCF rated tournament chess, and occasional other activities.
745 Little Neck Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Founded in February 2014, HRSCC is a full-service youth competitive chess program that includes ability group-based training from beginner to advanced, and tournament games every week. HRSCC has trained hundreds of kids in the foundations of chess, given them hands-on tournament experience, and provided all the guidance and support they need to take their game as far as they want to go – from being the best casual player on the block to becoming a National Master. Many of our HRSCC “graduates” are still playing competitively at an advanced level. This program is a full school-year program, running from September-June. We will accept mid-year enrollments at specific times.
1700 College Crescent, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
Provides tournament practice in a fun environment. Players with high attendance receive chess bag, clock, chess pieces, chess board to prepare them for official chess tournaments. Practice like you will Perform. Make yourself ready for the real thing. This is the best way to take your chess skill to the next level.
411 Integrity Way, Virginia Beach VA
Play chess with members of the VA Beach Police Department! No experience required. Instruction provided! September 29 - December 13, 2026
515 Scotland St.
Casual chess every other Monday at Scotland Rd. Library in Williamsburg
If you run or attend a club in the Hampton Roads area, get in touch and we'll list it here. BenjaminBlundercheck@gmail.com
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