Beginner's Open

Title: Beginners Open           

March 29, 2025

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Summary: USCF Rated Chess at the Chicago Chess Center

Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657

Section: U1000

Format: Five rounds, G/30, inc/10 (Dual Rated).

Schedule: Round 1 at 9:45 AM, Round 2 at 11:45 AM, Rounds 3-5 ASAP.

Registration: $10 online by 1 week before; $15 after that.

Registration closes 15 minutes before the first round. Any players not registered before then will receive a round 1 bye.

Affordability: If you are unable to afford the entry fee, please contact us.

Prizes:

Trophies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd.

All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal!

Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally, we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.

Parking: Paid parking is available behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby.

Information: td@chichess.org