Chess Calendar

September 14, 2024
  • Nell Van de Graaff Classic 2024

    Starts: September 14, 2024
    Ends: September 15, 2024
    Location: William Duncan State School, 114-136 Alexander Dr, Nerang QLD 4211, Australia
    Description:

    The Nell Van de Graaff Classic is one of the most popular events on the Queensland chess calendar and is a great event for players of all ages! 
     
    There are two divisions, with an Open division along with a Under 1200 QJ Junior only event. The tournament has a unique teams twist to add an extra element to the event
     
    We look forward to seeing everyone for another fantastic event!
     
    For full details please see the Flyer

September 21, 2024
  • 2024 Leo Wilkinson Memorial Open

    Starts: September 21, 2024
    Ends: September 22, 2024
    Location: Grace Lutheran College - Rothwell Campus, Anzac Ave &, Mewes Rd, Rothwell QLD 4022, Australia
    Description:

    A six round Swiss ACF and QJ rated event - 60 minutes plus 20 seconds per move (Fischer)

    Please see the Flyer for more details.

October 3, 2024
  • 2024 CAQ Queensland Chess Championships

    Starts: October 3, 2024
    Ends: October 7, 2024
    Location: Acacia Ridge Hotel, 1386 Beaudesert Rd, Acacia Ridge QLD 4110, Australia
    Description:

    The 2024 CAQ Chess Championships runs from the 3rd to the 7th of October. 
     
    It is a 9 round Swiss tournament with time control of 90 minutes plus a 30 seconds per move increment from move 1 (Fischer).

    Please see the Flyer for more details.

October 4, 2024
  • 2024 CAQ Queensland Under 1600 Championship

    Starts: October 4, 2024
    Ends: October 7, 2024
    Location: Acacia Ridge Hotel, 1386 Beaudesert Rd, Acacia Ridge QLD 4110, Australia
    Description:

    The 2024 CAQ Under 1600 Chess Championships runs from the 4th to the 7th of October. 
     
    It is a 7 round Swiss tournament with time control of 90 minutes plus a 30 seconds per move increment from move 1 (Fischer).

    Please see the Flyer for more details.

November 2, 2024
  • Bundaberg Classic

    Starts: November 2, 2024
    Ends: November 3, 2024
    Location: St Luke's Anglican School, 4 Mezger St, Kalkie QLD 4670, Australia
    Description:

    A CAQ approved weekender Swiss tournament 60 minutes plus 10 seconds per move (Fischer)

    Please see the Flyer for full details.

November 16, 2024
  • 2024 Queensland Seniors Chess Championship

    Starts: November 16, 2024
    Ends: November 17, 2024
    Location: Grace Lutheran College - Rothwell Campus, Anzac Ave &, Mewes Rd, Rothwell QLD 4022, Australia
    Description:

    A 6 round Swiss 60 minutes per side plus 30 seconds per move increment from move 1 (Fischer).
    * FIDE and ACF rated.
    * All entrants must be a member of the CAQ.
    * If scores are tied, the prize money and the title will be shared. 
    * Players can win only one prize. 
    * The title can only be won by a Queensland player.
    * Entrants must be born before 1975.
     
    See the Flyer for more details.

December 14, 2024
  • Christmas Special

    Starts: December 14, 2024
    Ends: December 15, 2024
    Location: Grace Lutheran College - Rothwell Campus, Anzac Ave &, Mewes Rd, Rothwell QLD 4022, Australia
    Description:

    A 6 round Swiss FIDE, ACF and QJ rated event with $4,500 in prizes! The rate of play is 60 minutes plus 30 seconds per move (Fischer).
    Please see the Flyer for full details.