Salinas Valley Chess Festival
Saturday, August 8, 2026Salinas, CA
Please confirm all information with the tournament organizer before attending.
VenueSalinas Valley Community Church
Address368 San Juan Grade Rd., Salinas, CA 93906
FormatRapid: 3-Round Swiss | Rapid (Candidates): 4-Round Swiss | Blitz: Swiss
SectionsRapid: Championship, Challengers, Contenders, Candidates | Blitz: Open
Time ControlRapid: G/30+30 | Blitz: G/5+2
Entry FeeFree–$12
Is This Tournament a Good Fit?
This one-day festival offers something for everyone, with rapid sections organized by skill level (Championship through Contenders) plus a blitz open section, all at an affordable entry fee of just $12 or less. Whether you're looking for competitive rapid play with time to think or quick blitz games, you'll find your pace here—just make sure you're a current USCF member to participate.