2026 Planet Earth Chess Championship
Saturday, June 13, 2026New Britain, CT
Please confirm all information with the tournament organizer before attending.
VenueArmenian Church of the Holy Resurrection
Address1910 Stanley Street, New Britain, CT 06053
Format4-Round or 5-Round Swiss
SectionsOpen, U1600, Scholastic (U1000)
Time ControlG/45;d5 (Open, 4-round), G/25; d5 (U1600, Scholastic, 5-round)
Entry Fee$45-$60
Is This Tournament a Good Fit?
This event welcomes players across a wide range of skill levels, with separate sections for open play, players under 1600, and scholastics under 1000, making it accessible whether you're a beginner or experienced competitor. The tournament uses a Swiss-system format with either 4 or 5 rounds depending on your section, with classical time controls (G/45 for the open section and G/25 for lower sections) that give you time to think through your moves. At $45–$60 to enter, the entry fee is quite reasonable for a tournament of this scope.