2026 North American Open
Saturday, December 26, 2026 – Wednesday, December 30, 2026Las Vegas, NVContinental Chess Association
Please confirm all information with the tournament organizer before attending.
VenueHorseshoe Casino Resort (formerly Bally's)
Address3645 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, NV 89103
FormatOpen: 9-Round Swiss | Other sections: 7-Round Swiss (3-day and 4-day schedules available)
SectionsOpen, U2300, U2100, U1900, U1700, U1500, U1300, U1000
Time ControlOpen: 40/90, SD/30; d30 | Other sections: 40/90, SD/30; d30 | Other sections 3-day option (Rds 1–2): G/60; d10
Entry Fee$150–$300 (Foreign GMs free; US GMs, foreign IMs/WGMs in Open free)
Is This Tournament a Good Fit?
This five-day event over the holiday break offers something for nearly every competitive player, with eight sections ranging from the Open down to U1000, so you can find opponents at your level. Classical time controls (40/90, SD/30) dominate most sections, though a faster 3-day schedule with G/60 is available if you prefer a quicker pace. Entry fees are reasonable at $150–$300 depending on section, and elite players get free entry to the Open.