Summer 2026 Champions OPEN runs from July 30 to August 3, 2026 in Langley, British Columbia, Canada. This is a chess tournament in Langley, Canada, in 2026. The event takes place at Fraser Valley Chess Academy and marks the inaugural edition of this summer classical open.

The tournament gives players a full 9-round classical format with a 90 minutes plus 30 seconds increment time control. In addition, the event includes three main sections and a separate Bonus Blitz Open on the final day. That structure makes it a practical choice for players who want both classical games and one extra fast event in the same venue.

Registration uses three pricing tiers, while eligible players can also request a play-up. Moreover, players rated 2300 and above receive free entry with no prize-money deduction, and out-of-town GMs and IMs may receive travel conditions before the early-bird deadline.

📌 Event Details

The main tournament facts are below.

⏱️ Time Control & Pairings

The main event uses a long classical pace. Each player receives 90 minutes for the game plus a 30-second increment from move one. As a result, the tournament fits players who want serious over-the-board chess rather than a short weekend rapid format.

The Bonus Blitz Open adds a separate fast-chess event on August 3. That side tournament uses 3+2 and runs for 9 rounds. Meanwhile, the classical tournament follows the FIDE rules of chess for the applicable formats, and the organizer also directs players to the event policy framework used across its tournaments.

👥 Sections / Groups

The tournament is built around three main sections. The top Open section counts for both FIDE and CFC rating, while U1600 and U1100 are listed as CFC-rated only. In addition, the organizer notes that the U1600 and U1100 sections may be adjusted based on actual entries and player composition.

This setup gives stronger players a FIDE-rated top section. At the same time, it gives developing club players two lower sections inside the same festival.

🗓️ Schedule

The event uses a steady five-day schedule with two rounds per day from Thursday through Sunday and a final single round on Monday. After that, the tournament ends with prizes and the Bonus Blitz Open.

📝 Registration

The entry structure uses early-bird, regular, and rush deadlines. Players can also pay a play-up fee when they fall within the published rating range for moving into a higher section. In addition, the Bonus Blitz Open has its own separate fee.

Players in FIDE-rated sections must have a FIDE ID before the tournament starts. CFC membership is also mandatory, and unrated players who plan to arrange that membership on their own must complete it before round 1 and submit their CFC ID by email. Moreover, the organizer’s tournament policies allow up to two half-point byes, but not in the final round of a classical event or in the last two rounds of a 9-round blitz.

🏢 Organizer

Fraser Valley Chess Academy is a British Columbia-based chess organizer headquartered in Langley. The academy runs lessons, clubs, and rated tournaments across multiple locations and positions itself as a leading tournament organizer in the province.

Phone: +1 778 558 3796
Email: admin@fraservalleychess.com

📍 Venue

Fraser Valley Chess Academy, 20486 64 Ave Unit 108, Langley, BC V2Y 1N4, Canada

The tournament takes place at the academy’s Langley head office. That gives the event a dedicated chess venue rather than a temporary hall, which helps keep the setup practical for a five-day classical schedule.

🚆 How to Get There

Most visiting players will reach Langley through the Lower Mainland transport network and then continue by car or rideshare to the venue. Abbotsford International Airport is one of the closest airport options for Langley, while Vancouver International Airport is another common gateway for out-of-town arrivals.

This Langley event is a strong option for players who want a full 9-round summer classical tournament with an added blitz finish.