Play Chess in Kentucky
We promote chess across the Commonwealth for players of every age and level. Where would you like to start?
- New to Chess I am just learning chess or would like to play my first tournament (any age)
- Students & Parents I am a K-12 student who is interested in learning and playing chess (or the parent of one)
- Experienced Adults I am an adult who already plays and wants tournaments, championships or ways to help
- Women & Girls I am a woman or girl who is interested in chess (or the parent of one)
- Coaches & Sponsors I coach or sponsor a school chess club, or would like to start one
Upcoming Tournaments
See the scholastic and open tournament calendars for dates.
More upcoming tournaments from KY Chess and other organizers: For all players ยท For Students only
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