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60th American Open 2025
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A Thanksgiving‑week institution, the 60th American Open brings six decades of tradition to Orange County, California. Expect big sections, strong competition, and a festival atmosphere with scholastic, blitz, and side events.
Event Details
| 📅 Dates | 25–30 November 2025 |
| 📍 Location | Hyatt Regency Orange County, 11999 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA 92840, USA |
| 🏆 Prize Fund | Section prize pools (published by organizer) |
| ♟️ Tournament Type | US Chess & FIDE‑rated (Championship + class sections; side events) |
| 🧩 Tournament System | Swiss |
| 🔢 Number of Rounds | 9 (Championship schedule below) |
| ⏱️ Time Control | G/90; +30 |
| ⏰ Late Arrival | Per event rules |
| 🔗 Official Website | americanopen.org |
| 🗺️ Google Map | Hyatt Regency Orange County |
Prize Fund & Breakdown
| Category | Prizes |
|---|---|
| Championship / Class Sections | Published by organizer (overall + class & special prizes) |
| Side Events | Blitz / Action / Scholastic trophies & cash |
Time Control & Pairings
- System: 9‑round Swiss • G/90; +30
- Rated: US Chess & FIDE (where applicable)
- Side events: Scholastic (JV/Varsity), Blitz, Action
Sections / Groups
| Section | Notes |
|---|---|
| Championship | 9‑round schedule |
| Class Sections | Multiple rating groups (details on site) |
| Scholastic / Blitz / Action | Separate announcements and schedules |
Championship Schedule
| Day | Rounds / Event | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Tue 25 Nov | Round 1 | 18:00 |
| Wed 26 Nov | Round 2 | 18:00 |
| Thu 27 Nov | Rounds 3 & 4 | 10:00 • 16:00 |
| Fri 28 Nov | Rounds 5 & 6 | 10:00 • 16:00 |
| Sat 29 Nov | Rounds 7 & 8 | 10:00 • 16:00 |
| Sun 30 Nov | Round 9 | 10:00 |
Registration
- Online registration via official website; space limited.
- Check website pages for class sections, scholastic entries, and hotel booking links.
Organizer
- Organizer: American Open Chess (SoCal team)
- Website: americanopen.org
- Venue: Hyatt Regency Orange County
Venue
Hyatt Regency Orange County, Garden Grove — steps from Disneyland Resort & major amenities.
Accommodation
On‑site hotel block (see official link) with special rates; early booking recommended.
How to Get There
- Air: SNA ~20 min • LAX ~45–60 min • LGB ~30 min
- Road: I‑5 / SR‑22 / I‑405 corridors; on‑site parking available
Celebrate 60 years of American Open tradition — big chess, big fields, big memories!
