Want to stay updated on future tournaments?
2025
2nd Annual NC Classic
A Chess Fest Event
No Entry Fee; On-site cafe; Downtown Venue
Date & Time: Saturday, September 20th, 2025; Check-in ends at 10:10am. Round 1 at 10:15am, then ASAP. Open to all ages 8+. Registration closes on September 18th, 2025.
Location: New Canaan Library, 151 Main St, New Canaan, CT 06840.
Sections/Rounds: Try to bring your own boards and clocks, otherwise they will be provided. USCF Rated Quads (4 person round-robin, groups based on USCF OTB regular rating) G/25 d/5.
Prizes: $35 Amazon Gift Card + 1 Month Membership of 32 Pieces Pro to the winner of each Quad + 3 Months of Chess.com Diamond!
Entry Fee: No Entry Fee. No on-site registration. Register online by September 18th, 2025. Children under the age of 8 with a rating below 1200 are not allowed. No exceptions.
Notes: [1] To play in this tournament, you must have a USCF ID. Click here to learn more about USCF IDs. [2] If this is your first tournament or you do not understand the tournament jargon above, click here for a list of definitions. [3] Contact. All questions/inquiries to hello@32Pieces.com, we are happy to answer all questions. [4] All cancellation requests must be sent to the email address above 24 hours before the beginning of the tournament. As a courtesy to other library patrons, please send us an email if you are unable to show up. Failure to inform the TD can result in being reported to the US Chess Federation. [5] All signups are subject to following the terms and conditions of 32 Pieces.