February 24, 2026 - March 2, 2026
DOUG ECKERT CLASSIC 2026 (FEBRUARY 20-22) - REGISTER NOW!
The Saint Louis Chess Club offers a wide variety of great programming each week, including beginner chess lessons for kids and adults, ladies-only classes, and opportunities to compete in challenging chess tournaments, as well as master-level classes for skilled players. So what are you waiting for? Can you come out and play?
Learn, Compete, Grow. From beginners to seasoned players, our chess lessons and tournaments offer the perfect challenge to sharpen your game. After all, Chess is for Everyone.™
Grandmaster Lecture Series | Chess Legacies 6:30-7:30pm
BREAKING MOVES: The Chess World Today 7:30-8:30pm
Knights Monthly Tournament 6:00pm (Monthly series, one round/week)
Grandmaster Psychology 6:30-7:15pm
Legends of Chess 7:15-8:00pm
Friday Night Quads 6:00pm (Reg. closes 5:30pm)
*Canceled on 02.21 & 02.28
Kids Beginner’s Class 1:00-2:00pm
Adult Beginner’s Class 1:00-2:00pm
Beginner Breakdown 2:00-3:00pm
Saturday Night Blitz 6:00pm (Reg. closes 5:30pm)
*Canceled 02/21
Sunday Rated Games 12:00pm
*Canceled on 02.22 & 03.01
Kids Chess for Rookies 1:00-2:00pm
Kids Chess for Knights 2:00-3:00pm
This is our regular weekly schedule and is subject to change, particularly around holidays or during larger open tournaments. For tournaments, we recommend registering in advance to confirm the event is running that week. Questions? Email [email protected].
The Saint Louis Chess Club hosts a series of Grand Prix Tournaments for students K-12 during each school yar from October to April.
Get personalized instruction from STLCC experts. Whether you're brand new or looking to level up, 1:1 coaching helps you improve faster.
From playing a casual game of chess, to taking on a grandmaster, our special events run the gamut of chess fun!
Current - February 22, 2026
February 25, 2026
February 27, 2026
March 14, 2026
March 21, 2026
April 11, 2026
April 17, 2026 - April 19, 2026
May 23, 2026
June 5, 2026 - June 7, 2026
July 24, 2026 - July 26, 2026
August 8, 2026
September 18, 2026 - September 20, 2026
September 26, 2026
November 13, 2026 - November 15, 2026
December 18, 2026 - December 20, 2026
Big Moments, Bigger Moves. Don’t miss our signature tournaments, grandmaster showdowns, and elite competitions—where chess comes to life.
Participation in a closed chess tournament is by invitation only, which is a mark of recognition for players achievements and standing.
Watch history! Many if not most of our chess events were recorded and available to watch on YouTube, Twitch, or other platforms.
Chess with a Purpose. From fundraising initiatives to unique programs that support our mission, these events make every move count—on and off the board.
The STLCC Corporate Chess League is a great way to engage with your coworkers and network with other professionals through chess.
This Greater St Louis Regional program brings K-12 students and frontline professionals together through playing chess.
This signature fundraising event brings together chess enthusiasts, business leaders, and community supporters for a day of friendly competition on the greens.
The Saint Louis Chess Club, US Chess Federation, and Kasparov Chess Foundation hosted the first St Louis Chess Conference in 2024.
Proceeds support chess education, cultural exhibitions, and public programming at the Saint Louis Chess Club and World Chess Hall of Fame.
