$2,000 Aug Championship- Fide/uscf
Friday, July 31, 2026 – Sunday, August 2, 2026Houston, TX
Please confirm all information with the tournament organizer before attending.
VenueHouston Chess Studio
Address250 Patton St., Suite H, Houston, TX 77009
Format5-Round Swiss (3-day and 2-day schedules available)
SectionsChampionship, Challengers
Time ControlG/90+30 | 2-day schedule (Rd. 1): G/60; d5
Entry Fee$50–$100 (GMs, IMs free)
Is This Tournament a Good Fit?
This three-day or flexible two-day championship features a $2,000 prize fund and welcomes players across two sections (Championship and Challengers), with classical time controls on the longer schedule and faster pace on the weekend option. The entry fee is exceptionally affordable at $50–$100, and GMs and IMs compete free, making this an accessible event for serious players at all levels.