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Cranston Chess Club (Thursday Nights)

Thursday, July 2, 2026 – Thursday, July 23, 2026Cranston, RIMassachusetts Chess Association

Please confirm all information with the tournament organizer before attending.

VenueLegion Bowl & Pub on Park
Address661 Park Ave., Cranston, RI 02910
Format4-Round Swiss (one game per week)
SectionsUSCF Rated, Unrated, Unrated Kids Chess Club (Grades 5–12)
Time ControlG/45; d10
Entry Fee$5 (unrated free)

Is This Tournament a Good Fit?

This weekly Thursday night event is perfect if you're looking for a relaxed, low-commitment chess experience—four rounds spread over a month means you can play casually without a major time investment. With separate sections for rated players, unrated adults, and kids (grades 5–12), there's a home for every skill level, and the $5 entry fee (free for unrated players) makes it easy to drop in and try it out.