Current - August 21, 2026
GET AUGUST CHESS TICKETS: R&B, Sinquefield & Cairns Cups, GCT Finals!
The Saint Louis Chess Club provides a diverse range of weekly programs, including beginner chess classes for kids and adults, exclusive sessions for women, competitive tournament opportunities, and lectures with tips on self-improvement and game psychology from the experts. For advanced players, master-level classes offer high-level chess instruction to refine skills and deepen strategic understanding.
August 21, 2026 - August 28, 2026
October 7, 2026 - October 23, 2026
5:30 pm CDT
Thursday nights are the perfect time to meet up at the chess club. Whether you’re new to the game or a tournament player, it’s a great way to learn, connect, and enjoy chess.
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One of the strongest female super-tournaments in the world returns in 2026 with the sixth edition of the Cairns Cup! This elite tournament features ten of the best female chess players from around the world as they compete for a $250,000 prize fund, the largest in the event’s history.
The ending tour stop and signature event of the GCT circuit, the legendary Sinquefield Cup continues its traditional classical format.
August 13, 2026
August 14, 2026
6:00 pm CDT
Join us for Friday Night Quads, a USCF Quick-rated tournament.
5:00 pm CDT
Learn essential patterns and the correct technique for solving tactical problems.
