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57th annual National Chess Congress

Fri–Sun, Nov 27–29, 2026

Philadelphia, PA

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57th annual National Chess Congress

Large open with national draw. Not a scholastic pathway seat by itself, but a serious field.

Listed by US Chess (TLA)

When: Fri–Sun, Nov 27–29, 2026; Add to calendar (.ics)
Where: Loews Hotel1200 Market Street, Philadelphia PA 19107; Get directions
Entry fee: $160
Organizer: Continental Chess
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