Upcoming Events
The Saint Louis Chess Club offers an exciting and diverse range of weekly programs, including engaging classes for kids and adults, competitive tournaments, dynamic leagues, expert-led lectures, and more—creating a vibrant hub for chess enthusiasts of all levels.
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Featured Chess Events
2025 Cairns Cup
June 10, 2025 - June 20, 2025
2025 U.S. National Championships
July 14, 2025 - July 25, 2025
2025 Saint Louis Rapid & Blitz
August 9, 2025 - August 14, 2025
2025 Sinquefield Cup
August 16, 2025 - August 26, 2025
2025 Chess 9LX
October 7, 2025 - October 10, 2025
2025 U.S. Chess Championships
October 11, 2025 - October 25, 2025
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Give STL Day
Each year, the Saint Louis Chess Club participates in Give STL Day a fundraising initiative supporting St. Louis nonprofits and small businesses. Consider making a gift this year on Thursday, May 8th to help support chess education in local schools.
5:30 pm CDT
Beginners Knight
Looking to try out chess in a welcoming, judgment-free environment? Come learn and play with other beginners! Led by our friendly and experienced instructors, Beginners Night offers an engaging and social setting to both learn the rules and practice against other casual players.
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Give STL Day
Current - May 8, 2025
Each year, the Saint Louis Chess Club participates in Give STL Day a fundraising initiative supporting St. Louis nonprofits and small businesses. Consider making a gift this year on Thursday, May 8th to help support chess education in local schools.
Kids Chess for Rookies
May 4, 2025
1:00 pm CDT
If you already know the rules of chess, learn the basic strategies from a grandmaster in this fun class.
Kids Beginner’s Class
May 4, 2025
12:00 pm CDT
Learn the basic fundamentals needed to start your chess journey.
Beginners Knight
May 5, 2025
5:30 pm CDT
Looking to try out chess in a welcoming, judgment-free environment? Come learn and play with other beginners! Led by our friendly and experienced instructors, Beginners Night offers an engaging and social setting to both learn the rules and practice against other casual players.
Prepare Like A Pro
May 6, 2025
6:30 pm CDT
How do the pros train for tournaments? From deep opening preparation to middle game ideas, learn how to best equip yourself for competition.
