Tournaments

$100,000 Guaranteed Prize Fund will not be reduced! Now 7 Rounds with 3 Schedules! The NATIONAL OPEN is one of America’s longest running premier Open tournaments. No tournament in U.S. history was handled with more regard for the comfort and convenience of the players than the first National Open and we are proud to continue that tradition,

The U.S. Women's Open draws women and girls from all over the world to play on the Wednesday & Thursday before the National Open. 5 round US Chess and FIDE rated Swiss Tournament with a $3,500 prize fund and a friendly atmosphere.

For players age 14 and under, the International Youth Championship highlights a weekend of chess fun. Players compete for trophies, chess prizes and a computer loaded with chess videos and software.

The Youth Trophy Tournament is just for fun, with a moderate entry fee and lots of trophies. It’s open to all players born after [lvcf-date FRI age=14]. 5 Round US Chess Rated Swiss System Tournament Swiss Tournament format means no eliminations US Chess Rated, new players will have a rating after this event Time Control Game/25 with…

$3,600 Prize Fund plus the Walter Shawn Browne Cup We honor the memory of our friend, GM Walter Browne, by naming the National Open Blitz Championship after him. Walter started the World Blitz Chess Association (WBCA) and always seemed to be in time trouble. His flag has fallen, but he will always be a champion…

Late night blitz Round Robin in sections of 8-12 players. Game/3 + 2, US Chess Blitz Rated. Friday, Saturday and Sunday night after the last round of the National Open.

5 Double Round US Chess Rated Swiss System Tournament Swiss Tournament format means no eliminations Play 10 games: white and black against each opponent US Chess Blitz Rated Limited to players rated under 1800 or not rated. Time Control Game/3 + 2 second increment. This means each player starts with 3 minutes and 2 more…

CANCELLED Grandmaster Invitational Special Event sponsored by Spectators are welcome! Up to 10 Grandmasters will compete for cash prizes and other prizes. The tournament will be a Round Robin Blitz played at Game/3, Increment 2. Entry Fee: NONE. Open to the first 10 Grandmasters who apply. Prizes: are donated by the Las Vegas Chess Center.