Join us for the Greater Chicago K–12 Championship — the Midwest’s premier scholastic chess event!
This US Chess-rated tournament brings together students from across the region for a full day of intense competition, school pride, and a chance to be crowned a City of Chicago Champion.
🎓 This tournament is open to all CPS students, including those from schools participating in the Academic Chess Program as well as those from non-participating schools. See below for complete details and restrictions. ♟️
📅 Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026
📍 Location: McCormick Place
📝 Registration: See event page for details on registration options
