Tournaments
Rated competitions through the year, plus casual blitz and rapid events. Formats, entry fees, and prizes are always published upfront.
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About our club
Chess in Orlando, every week
The Orlando Chess Club is Central Florida's premier destination for chess enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels.
A friendly, competitive place to play
Join us to enjoy a friendly, competitive atmosphere and improve your game through our tournaments, weekly meetups, and community events.
Some people come to chase a rating. Some come to teach their kid the game. Some come because it's a good way to spend a Saturday afternoon with people who like the same strange, beautiful thing. All of that works here. The club is deliberately built so a first-timer and an expert can both have a good day at the same tables.
- Rated & casual play
- Players of all ages and skill levels
- Family-friendly meetups
- Free to attend, no membership needed to visit
New here? Turn up at the Colonialtown Neighborhood Center on any Saturday between noon and 4:00 PM. Say hello, and someone will find you a game. You don't need to bring anything or know anyone.
8
Weekly meetups
Across Central Florida
7
Days a week
There's chess every day
$0
To attend
Every meetup is free
4 hrs
Every Saturday
Noon to 4:00 PM
What we run
Three things the club does
Weekly meetups
Nine meetups a week across Central Florida: our own Saturday hall plus cafés, libraries and partner clubs, every one of them free.
The scheduleClub activities
The weekly Saturday meet, casual games at cafés around the city, and the occasional exhibition against a titled player.
EventsChess online
The club has a home on Chess67 as well, so members can play each other between meetups and newcomers can say hello before turning up.
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Where we meet
Our main Saturday meet, our midweek and Sunday sessions, and the partner clubs we share the calendar with.
Oviedo Mall Meetup Casual
Mondays · 6:00 to 9:00 PM
Casual games in the food court, with easy parking and easy to find.
AJ Chocolate House Casual
Tuesdays · 6:00 to 10:00 PM
552 S. Park Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789
A long evening of casual play in Winter Park.
West Osceola Library Partner club
Wednesdays · 5:30 to 8:30 PM
West Osceola Library, Celebration
Hosted by Orlando Chess Association
An early-evening session down in Celebration.
Jacob's Cafe Club meetup
Wednesdays · From 7:00 PM
12789 Waterford Lakes Pkwy, Orlando, FL
Midweek club night out at Waterford Lakes for blitz, coffee, and conversation.
Chess, Tacos, and Friends Casual
Thursdays · 6:00 to 9:30 PM
Tin & Taco SoDo
419 E Michigan St, Orlando, FL
Exactly what it sounds like. Bring a board and grab a taco.
UCF Chess Club Partner club In semester
Fridays · 6:00 to 9:00 PM
Hosted by UCF Chess Club
Runs during the university semester.
Official Club Meet Main meet
Saturdays · 12:00 to 4:00 PM
Colonialtown Neighborhood Center
1517 Lake Highland Drive #2605, Orlando, FL 32803
Our main meeting location. Players of all ages and skill levels. Bring your own board and clock if you have them. There's always someone willing to share.
Claro's Coffeehouse Club meetup
Sundays · 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
315 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Longwood, FL
A relaxed Sunday session up in Longwood.
Winter Garden Chess Partner club
One Saturday a month · 9:00 to 11:30 AM
Hosted by Winter Garden Chess
Monthly morning meetup. Check their Instagram for the next date.
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