Chess and techno come together in this community event designed to make chess more accessible. There is no competition—just plenty of music, no obligations, and free admission. On October 1st the session was attended by around 50 enthusiasts. Once a month, on Thursdays from 7:00 PM to midnight, the Q-Factory Café is the place to be; chessboards are set up around the dance floor, and DJs provide the soundtrack for the Checkmate Sessions, ranging from hip-hop to hardgroove. You don’t need to be...

The entry list for the fourth edition of the Amsterdam Chess Open is filling up fast. Will we break our own record of 640 participants? There is still some time before the tournament starts on October 23rd, but if you’re still undecided, be aware that spots are going quickly. Sign up now! Stadspas holders can get a 40% discount on their registration by clicking the email address play@amsterdamchessopen.com. Players and spectators at the third edition of the Amsterdam Chess Open As previously...

First chess tournament for absolute beginners at Café Eighty-Four draws a good crowd On October 4th, the first tournament for beginners took place at Café Eighty-Four in Amsterdam East. Organized as part of the recently launched Chess Campus initiative, the Amsterdam Chess Open (ACO) Foundation aims to expand and strengthen the local chess community while offering existing chess coaches and schools a platform to showcase their services our website. "This gives novice players a chance to test...