North California ICEA Chess Tournament
Join the 2026 North California ICEA Chess Tournament on Aug. 29 in Cupertino — a professionally organized youth chess event with divisions for all levels. Register as a player or volunteer today.
2026 North California ICEA Chess Tournament – Cupertino, CA
A Professionally Organized Youth Chess Tournament – Saturday, August 29, 2026
Hosted by 7EDU and ICEA Chess, the 2026 North California ICEA Chess Tournament brings together young chess players from across the Bay Area for a day of competition, learning, and community. Whether you are an experienced tournament player working toward your USCF Official Rating or a beginner playing in your first competition, the tournament offers divisions for a wide range of skill levels.
Players compete in a 4-Round Swiss format with a G/25 + 5-second increment time control, providing multiple rounds of meaningful tournament experience. USCF-rated sections are eligible for official rating updates, while the Rising Stars division offers a welcoming environment for students who are new to tournament chess.
Register Now – Compete or Volunteer
Students are invited to take part as players or to join the Volunteer Team, gaining hands-on experience in tournament operations while building leadership, teamwork, and organizational skills. Choose your path below.
Recruiting Players
Compete in the division that fits your level:
- Open
- U1200
- U600
- Rising Stars (beginner & unrated players)
4-Round Swiss ｜ G/25; +5. Trophies for the Top 3 finishers in each section; Rising Stars and unrated players receive a Medal Award.
Recruiting Volunteers
Join the Volunteer Team and gain real-world event experience:
- Event Operations
- Player Check-in
- Leadership Experience
- Team Collaboration
Develop leadership, teamwork, and organizational skills through a professionally run youth chess event.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: 20900 McClellan Rd, Cupertino, CA 95014
Format: 4-Round Swiss, G/25 + 5-second increment
Divisions: Open, U1200, U600, Rising Stars (beginner & unrated)
Awards: Trophies for the Top 3 in each section; medals for Rising Stars and unrated players