Experience a thrilling celebration of chess and liberty at the 3rd Annual Independence Day Open in Dulles, Virginia! This high-caliber tournament welcomes players of all levels to compete over the Independence Day weekend in a FIDE-rated event featuring norm opportunities, strong competition, and a patriotic atmosphere. Hosted at a top-tier airport hotel, the event offers competitive prize funds, multiple schedule options, and an ideal setting for summer chess excellence.

📅 Dates

July 2–6, 2025

• Premier Section: 5-day schedule
• U2300/U1900: Choice of 3-day or 4-day schedule
• U1500: 2-day schedule

🏨 Venue Information

Washington Dulles Airport Marriott
📍 45020 Aviation Drive, Dulles, VA 20166
Enjoy spacious, air-conditioned playing halls with professional lighting, free on-site parking, and complimentary airport shuttle service to/from Dulles International Airport (IAD).

⏱️ Time Control

All sections use G/90 + 30-second increment per move starting from move one.

🕐 Tournament Schedule

♜ Premier Section (9 Rounds – 5 Days)

• Jul 2: Rd 1 – 7:00 PM
• Jul 3: Rds 2 & 3 – 1:00 PM, 7:00 PM
• Jul 4: Rds 4 & 5 – 10:00 AM, 4:00 PM
• Jul 5: Rds 6 & 7 – 10:00 AM, 4:00 PM
• Jul 6: Rds 8 & 9 – 9:00 AM, 3:00 PM

♞ U2300 / U1900 – 7 Rounds

4-Day Schedule:

• Jul 3–6 (starting 7:00 PM July 3)
  3-Day Schedule:
• Jul 4–6 (starting 10:00 AM July 4)

♟️ U1500 – 5 Rounds

• Jul 4: Rds 1–3 at 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM
• Jul 5: Rds 4–5 at 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM

🔢 Number of Rounds

• Premier: 9 rounds
• U2300 / U1900: 7 rounds
• U1500: 5 rounds

💰 Prize Fund & Prizes

💵 Total Prize Fund: $10,500 (based on 120 paid entries)

🏆 Premier Section:

• 1st – $2,400
• 2nd – $1,200
• 3rd – $600
• 4th – $400
• 5th – $200
• 6th – $100
• U2200 Class: $400, $200, $100

🎯 U2300 Section:

• 1st – $1,200
• 2nd – $600
• 3rd – $400
• 4th – $200
• 5th – $100
• U2000 Class: $200, $100
• Unrated Cap: $500

🧠 U1900 Section:

• 1st – $600
• 2nd – $300
• 3rd – $150
• 4th – $100
• U1700 Class: $150, $100
• Unrated Cap: $300

🧒 U1500 Section:

• 1st – $400
• 2nd – $200
• 3rd – $100
• Unrated Cap: $200

📝 Registration & Participation

• All players must hold valid US Chess Federation membership
• Choose your section and schedule at registration
• Players may request up to two half-point byes, declared by the start of Round 2

Entry Deadlines by Section:

• Premier: July 2 (6:00 PM)
• U2300/U1900 (4-day): July 3 (6:00 PM)
• U2300/U1900 (3-day) & U1500: July 4 (9:00 AM)

💳 Entry Fees & Payment

Premier Section:

• $150 by June 15
• $170 from June 16–July 1
• $190 on-site

U2300 / U1900:

• $130 by June 15
• $150 from June 16–July 1
• $170 on-site

U1500:

• $110 by June 15
• $130 from June 16–July 1
• $150 on-site

💸 Online payments accepted via credit card
🔁 Refunds before July 1 incur a $15 fee

✈️ Travel & Accommodation

• Book special chess rates at Washington Dulles Airport Marriott
• Free shuttle service from Dulles International Airport (IAD)
• Complimentary on-site parking
• Explore nearby dining, shopping, and tourist attractions in the D.C. metro area

👤 Tournament Leadership of 3rd Annual Independence Day Open

• Chief Organizer: Shilpa Vaidya
• Chief Arbiter: Gregory Vaserstein (FIDE Licensed)

🏛️ Organizer – Atlantic Chess Association

The Atlantic Chess Association promotes competitive chess through professionally run events in the Mid-Atlantic region. With a strong focus on player experience, the ACA delivers top-notch tournaments that attract rising stars, seasoned professionals, and scholastic talents alike. The organization values diversity, precision, and fairness in every event it conducts.

📍 Address: 1745 Reston Parkway, Suite 300, Reston, VA 20190
📞 Phone: +1 (703) 555-4499
📧 Email: info@atlanticchessassociation.com
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📸 Instagram: instagram.com/atlanticchess