“Chess is the gymnasium of the mind.”

Blaise Pascal



Additional Parking Recommendations for the Rochester Chess Festival.

The Civic Center Parking Ramp may be full tomorrow due to a large conference going on this weekend in the Civic Center. Allow extra time to park and walk to the playing site. Alternative parking can be found at the following locations: Civic Center North Lot:217 E Center St TheRead More…

THE 2025 ROCHESTER CHESS FESTIVAL BEGINS THIS EVENING, JULY 18, AT 7 PM!

The 2025 Rochester Chess Festival kicks off this evening, July 18, at 7 PM with a simultaneous exhibition by International Masters John Bartholomew and Sean Nagle at the Mayo Civic Center in the ballroom west lobby on the second floor. Entry is free for the first 50 registrants thanks toRead More…

ROCHESTER CHESS THIS WEEK

Monday, July 14 at 7 PM: Chess Tournament at LTS Brewing Company: https://www.ltsbrewing.com/ Tuesday, July 15: Club meeting will feature game analysis with players presenting their favorite games. Analysis session begins at 7 PM. We will have casual chess and as always kids are welcome. Doors open at 6 PM.Read More…