Visaginas Chess Masters IV 2026 is a seven-round FIDE-rated rapid tournament in Visaginas on November 29. The series is organized by Visaginas Chess Club and has used the Visaginas City Museum as its venue.
Players receive 10 minutes plus 5 seconds per move. Jevgenij Volosatov is the chief arbiter associated with the series and the current event record.
The final club notice should confirm the exact start time, entry fee, capacity, awards, and museum room. Players should not rely only on details from earlier editions of the 2026 series.
📌 Event Details
| 📅 Date | November 29, 2026 |
| 🌍 Location | Visaginas, Lithuania |
| 📍 Venue | Visaginas City Museum – Tarybų g. 23, Visaginas, Lithuania; confirm the room |
| 🏢 Organizer | Visaginas Chess Club |
| ⚖️ Chief Arbiter | Jevgenij Volosatov |
| ♟️ Format | Individual seven-round Swiss rapid tournament |
| 🔢 Rounds | 7 |
| ⏱️ Time Control | 10 minutes plus 5 seconds per move |
| 📊 Rating | FIDE rapid rating |
| 🔗 Chess-Results | https://chess-results.com/tnr1403736.aspx?lan=1 |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The event uses 10+5 over seven Swiss rounds. Rounds will follow in a compact one-day program, so players should remain close to the hall.
FIDE rapid rating applies. Verify the FIDE ID, federation, club, and rating before the first pairing.
🏆 Prize Fund
No complete fixed cash-prize schedule was accessible. Therefore, the dedicated prize-fund field remains blank.
The final organizer notice should confirm overall, age, rating, local, and special awards.
🗓️ Schedule
| Date | Activity |
|---|---|
| November 29 | Registration, seven rapid rounds, and awards; exact times must be confirmed by Visaginas Chess Club |
📝 Registration
Use the registration details published by Visaginas Chess Club and the Lithuanian Chess Federation. Confirm acceptance before traveling.
Ask about entry fee, payment, capacity, attendance control, category awards, and equipment.
👤 Organizer
| 🏢 Organizer | Visaginas Chess Club |
| ⚖️ Chief Arbiter | Jevgenij Volosatov |
| ▶️ Club Channel | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2kZ2Y-dY5cO6qpUioMhWag |
📍 Venue
Visaginas City Museum – Tarybų g. 23, Visaginas, Lithuania.
The series uses a central cultural venue. Confirm the entrance and playing room because the museum may operate several spaces.
🚗 How to Get There
| Travel Option | Practical Information |
|---|---|
| By Train | Visaginas has rail connections on the eastern Lithuanian network. Check the current timetable and the route from the station. |
| By Bus | Intercity buses connect Visaginas with Vilnius and regional towns. |
| By Car | Use Tarybų g. 23 and confirm public parking. |
| By Air | Vilnius Airport is the principal gateway, followed by train, bus, or car. |
🏨 Accommodation Near the Venue
| Option | Details |
|---|---|
| Kornealita | Local Visaginas accommodation. Official website |
| Visaginas Recreation Services Centre | Municipal recreation and lodging information. Official website |
| Visaginas Tourism Information | Current local lodging directory. Official tourism information |
ℹ️ Other Information
Late-November weather may affect regional travel. Avoid a connection that reaches Visaginas immediately before Round 1.
✅ Final Checks Before Travel
- Confirm the exact check-in and start times.
- Verify the entry fee and capacity.
- Confirm the museum room and entrance.
- Review the final prize and category announcement.
🔗 Official Resources
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Chess-Results | https://chess-results.com/tnr1403736.aspx?lan=1 |
| Visaginas Chess Club | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2kZ2Y-dY5cO6qpUioMhWag |
| Lithuanian Chess Federation | https://www.chessfed.lt/ |
| Lithuanian Railways | https://ltglink.lt/en |
Additional Details
Organizer
♟️ About the Organizer
Visaginas Chess Club, known in Lithuanian as Visagino Šachmatų Klubas, is a long-established chess organization in Visaginas, Lithuania. The club was founded on September 22, 1978. Therefore, it ranks among the oldest active sports organizations in the city. It operates as a community club, training center, and tournament organizer for players of different ages and strengths.
NA AFM Jevgenij Volosatov serves as club president. He also leads tournaments, supports player development, and works as a chess arbiter. In addition, the club maintains a regular program of academy lessons, in-person competitions, and online events. Its motto, “Silent. Think. Win.,” reflects its focus on concentration and competitive improvement.
The club welcomes children, adults, beginners, and experienced players. Academy sessions provide structured instruction, while weekly rapid tournaments offer regular competitive practice. Moreover, online events help members remain active between over-the-board competitions. This combination gives players a clear route from training to rated tournament play.
🏆 Tournaments and Chess Events
Visaginas Chess Club organizes FIDE-rated rapid events and local community competitions. Its current program includes the Visaginas Chess Masters series. For example, Visaginas Chess Masters III will take place on August 30, 2026. The event uses a seven-round Swiss system and a 10+5 rapid time control.
The club also supports tournaments linked to major city celebrations. Recent examples include the Araik Tunian Cup and the Visaginas 50 FIDE Rapid Tournament. In addition, municipal programs list club birthday, Easter, Christmas, and junior chess events. The club also delivers public chess activities during festivals and community sports programs.
Tournament organization includes regulations, registrations, pairings, arbitration, rating submission, and player communication. Furthermore, the club has electronic DGT boards and broadcasting infrastructure. These resources allow it to present selected games online. They also help create a professional playing environment for local and visiting competitors.
🌱 Chess Education and Community Development
Youth development forms a central part of the club’s work. The organization runs regular chess lessons for children and adults. It also prepares young players for Lithuanian and international championships. As a result, students can develop through training, practice games, and formal competition.
The Visaginas Chess Academy provides scheduled classes and tracks student progress. Moreover, the club organizes a children’s summer chess camp in July. It also uses digital exercises, homework tasks, puzzle contests, and online tournaments. These tools support learning outside regular classroom sessions.
Community outreach remains equally important. The club has introduced chess through open lessons, public tournaments, and large outdoor chess pieces. Meanwhile, its Chess.com and Lichess communities provide frequent online play. Together, these activities connect local families, developing juniors, and experienced club members.
Regular club rapid tournaments take place on Fridays. The club also runs academy classes and Sunday online competitions. Therefore, players can choose between lessons, practice, rated events, and digital chess throughout the year.
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