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2026 Mechanics' Institute Full Day Quads

Sunday, July 19, 2026San Francisco, CA

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VenueMechanics' Institute, 4th Floor
Address57 Post St., San Francisco, CA 94104
FormatQuads
Time ControlG/60+5
Entry Fee$40–$50

Is This Tournament a Good Fit?

This quad-format event at the prestigious Mechanics' Institute is ideal if you want a full day of chess with a moderate pace—G/60+5 gives you time to think without an all-day commitment to classical time controls. At $40–$50 to enter, it's an affordable way to test yourself against players in your skill range while staying in San Francisco's historic chess hub.