When browsing, remember that you can filter offerings based on location, program area, day of the week, dates, and even age of participant! We encourage you to use the search function if you're looking for something more specific. If you do not see any programs, we are likely in the middle of a session. Please review our session schedule to see all upcoming sessions and registration dates.

Chess Tournament & Casual Games

Join us for casual games and competitive play, welcoming all ages and skill levels!

Event: Spring Chess Quadrangular Tou...More

Join us for casual games and competitive play, welcoming all ages and skill levels!

Event: Spring Chess Quadrangular Tournament
Details: We form groups of four players of similar strengths. Each person plays the other three in a quick, 3-round mini tournament. Each game is 15 minutes per side with a 10 second increment. Rounds 2 and 3 happen as soon as each player becomes available. Allow at least a 10 minute break between games.

Schedule:
9:00am - Check in, setup and puzzle discussion
9:30am - CHECK-IN ENDS and quad groups are finalized
10:00am - Round 1
11:00am - Latest start time for Round 2
12:00pm - Latest start time for Round 3

Arrive no later than 9:30am or you will not be assigned a quad group.

Tie Breaks:
Sonneborn-Berger method applied in the case of a tie score.

Entry Fee:
$10 per person.

Prizes:
Each quad champion wins $20. *USCF membership required to be eligible for prize. An unrated section will be formed for non-USCF members.

Parking & Accessibility:
Metered on-street parking available, but limited. Parking garage is one block away at 2-98 Plaza Dr in Manchester. Elevator from street level is available. Ring buzzer for assistance. Chess event is on the second floor.

Additional Information:
Some spare equipment is available to borrow. Bringing your own board and clocks is strongly encouraged. Snacks available at vending machines, or bring your own.

Newsletter & Contact Info:
Sign up for weekly email updates by going to https://queencitychessnh.wixsite.com/chess.
Questions? Email Eric at QueenCityChessNH@gmail.com, or text or call (929) 900-4226.

Less
Chess at the Y: May Quadrangular Tournament

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

5/3/2025 to 5/3/2025

Sat

9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

All Ages

Registration 3/20/2025 to 5/3/2025