ChessPalace, an Orange County chess club, is hosting a monthly Amateur chess tournament at SteelCraft Garden Grove.

Open to players of all ages with rating/elo of 1400 or below, who would like to play chess competitively, this event is a great way to start playing over the board in a casual atmosphere.

Players will be allocated to a group and they will play assigned opponents. There will be at least 5 games to be played for the tournament.

Players are expected to play with tournament etiquette and sportsmanship.

Rules to be familiar with:

1. using a chess clock

2. touch move/touch capture rules

3. how to report scores

4. claims for draws

5. stalemate vs checkmate positions

6. no talking or discussions while playing

Sign in by 11:30 am and games starts 12:00 pm.

Chess boards and pieces will be available for use. If you would like to bring your own tournament-sized sets, you’re welcome to bring them. If you have a clock, please bring it and set to 30 min/5 sec delay.

Medal awards for winners!

Entry Fee: $32+Humanitix fee ($45 onsite)

Contact the host of 2026 ChessPalace Amateur Tournament