Langley Open 2026 takes place on September 5-7, 2026, in Langley, British Columbia, Canada. The event offers a 6-round classical Swiss tournament at Brookswood Seniors Centre.

This is a chess tournament in Langley, Canada, in 2026. Players can join a FIDE-rated chess tournament in the Open section, while the Under 1600 and Under 1100 sections count for CFC rating.

Fraser Valley Chess Academy hosts the event in partnership with Langley Chess Club. In addition, the tournament continues a popular long-weekend classical chess tradition in the Fraser Valley area.

♟️ Event Details

⏱️ Time Control & Pairings

The Langley Open 2026 uses a 6-round Swiss system. Each player receives 90 minutes for the game, plus a 30-second increment from move one.

The Open section counts for both FIDE and CFC rating. Therefore, players can use the event as a serious classical chess tournament with international and Canadian rating value.

The Under 1600 and Under 1100 sections count for CFC rating. However, Fraser Valley Chess Academy may adjust or combine sections based on registered player ratings.

Tie-breaks for non-cash prizes follow this order: direct encounter, Buchholz uncorrected, and cumulative score of opponents.

💰 Prize Fund

The listed prize fund is CAD 4,000 based on 150 entries, approximately $2,920.

Prize Fund Overview

The published event information does not provide a section-by-section prize breakdown. Therefore, players should check final prize details with the organizer before the first round.

🧩 Sections / Groups

Players should choose the correct section during registration. However, the organizer may move players to a suitable section after checking CFC or FIDE rating information.

📅 Schedule

The full round-by-round schedule does not appear in the published event information. As a result, players should follow the final organizer instructions before the tournament starts.

📝 Registration

Players without active CFC membership must arrange it before Round 1. In addition, unrated players who obtain CFC membership themselves should send their CFC ID by email before play starts.

Players without a FIDE ID may indicate that during registration. After the tournament, the organizer can request a new FIDE ID through CFC when needed.

🏛️ Organizer

Fraser Valley Chess Academy hosts Langley Open 2026 in partnership with Langley Chess Club. Together, they offer players a structured long-weekend tournament with classical games, CFC-rated sections, a FIDE-rated Open, and a friendly Fraser Valley chess setting.

Email: admin@fraservalleychess.com

📍 Venue

Brookswood Seniors Centre, 19899 36 Ave, Langley Twp, BC V3A 2R3, Canada

Brookswood Seniors Centre hosts the tournament in Langley Township. Players should use the full 36 Avenue address for navigation and arrive early enough before the 10:00 tournament start.

🚆 How to Get There

Players should use Brookswood Seniors Centre, 19899 36 Ave, Langley Twp, BC V3A 2R3, as the main navigation address.

Langley sits in the Fraser Valley region of British Columbia. Players can reach the venue by car, taxi, rideshare, or local transit from nearby communities.

ℹ️ Other Information

Players may request up to two half-point byes. However, Round 6 does not allow a half-point bye.

Players must not bring food or drinks to the board during live games. In addition, all electronic devices that can make noise, communicate, or play chess must stay turned off during rounds.

Parents, guardians, and spectators may take photos or videos only during the first five minutes after a round starts. After that, they should remain quiet in the playing area.

By entering the venue, participants allow tournament photos and videos for event communication. However, players may contact the organizer by email if they do not want promotional use of their image.

Langley Open 2026 offers a strong classical chess weekend with rating value, section choices, and a welcoming Fraser Valley tournament atmosphere.