American Open

November 22 - 25, 2018 at the Hilton Hotel, 3050 Bristol St. Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Sign up now before it's too late!
Regular entry fee for the 4-day or 3 -day sections of the Main Tournament is $185. (This rate ends at 11:59 pm on Wednesday, November 21, 2018.) Late registration on Thursday, November 22 and after, is $220!

Scholastic Entry Fees are:
Booster: $50*
Junior Varsity: $60*
Varsity: $70*
(*This regular rate ends 11:59 pm on Sunday, November 1st, 2017. Late registration is: $60 for Booster, $70 for Junior Varsity, and $90 for Varsity.)

Don't miss out! Online registration ends WEDNESDAY, November 22, 2017.

A heritage event and an American classic, the American Open is one of the longest running chess tournament in the United States. It was established in 1965 and has since attracted chess players from all over the world and from all levels, beginners to Grandmasters.

The American Open is held annually on Thanksgiving weekend and is composed of two concurrent tournaments. The Main Tournament is open to all players, adults and children. The other is the Junior Tournament, which is open only to scholastic players from Kindergarten to 12th grade. Additionally, there will be two side events available to participate, Blitz (Saturday) and Action Chess (Sunday). There will also be lectures from renowned chess players that will take place throughout the event. Please navigate through this site to find out more about the tournament, prizes, schedule, and side events.

For any questions, feel free to contact us.