Major Open Club Tournaments

Take your seat at the board for Saint Louis Chess Club’s premier open competitions. From fast-paced rapid play to championship weekends, these US Chess-rated tournaments welcome ambitious players ready for a serious challenge.

Major Open Club Tournaments

AUGUST — NOBLE CROWN RAPID OPEN

August 8, 2026

Five rounds. One action-packed day. The Noble Crown Rapid Open brings a fast Swiss format and a guaranteed prize fund to the Saint Louis Chess Club, with sections and competition for players across the rating spectrum.

2025 Chess Club Monthly Tournament - Brennan's Open Championship

SEPTEMBER — BECKSTEAD FAMILY CLASSIC

September 18–20, 2026

Settle in for a full weekend of classical chess. This five-round G/90 +30 Swiss features Premiere and Reserve sections, strong competition, and a $5,000 guaranteed prize fund.

Chess Players in the Catherine McLaughlin Rapid Open 2026

SEPTEMBER — CATHERINE MCLAUGHLIN RAPID OPEN

September 26, 2026

Make every minute count in this one-day rapid showdown. Five rounds of G/25 +10 chess, a $1,000 guaranteed prize fund, and plenty of chances to test your nerve over the board.

Chess players playing in the 2026 ICC Rapid Open

NOVEMBER — KENT FAMILY THANKSGIVING OPEN

November 13–15, 2026

A Saint Louis holiday tradition with serious stakes: five rounds, Premiere and Reserve sections, FIDE and US Chess-rated play in the top section, and a $10,000 guaranteed prize fund.

chess players playing in the UMB Bank Rapid Open 2026

DECEMBER — SAINT LOUIS CHESS CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP

December 18–20, 2026

Close the year with a championship weekend at the Club. Compete in a five-round G/90 +30 Swiss with Premiere and Reserve sections and a $5,000 guaranteed prize fund.

photo 2025 UMB Championship Monthly Club Tournament