Cluj-Napoca Chess Weekend – 3rd Edition takes place from June 11–14, 2026, at the “Octavian Goga” County Library in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. The event offers a FIDE-rated classical Swiss tournament in a compact four-day format.

This is a chess tournament in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, in 2026. Players will compete in a 7-round open tournament with a classical time control and official rating calculation.

The tournament welcomes players assigned to an official chess club. In addition, it offers a guaranteed prize fund, a clear weekend schedule, half-point bye options, and a maximum field of 60 players.

♟️ Event Details

⏱️ Time Control & Pairings

Players receive 90 minutes for the game, plus a 30-second increment from move one. Since the event uses a classical format, all players must keep score during their games.

The tournament uses a 7-round Swiss system. In addition, players may request up to two half-point byes during the first four rounds.

The default time is 90 minutes. Therefore, players should still arrive on time and avoid any risk before each round.

Tie-breaks follow this order: direct encounter, Buchholz, and Median Buchholz.

💰 Prize Fund

The guaranteed prize fund totals RON 3,500, which equals approximately USD 780. The organizer may also award an additional RON 300 Lucky Loser prize if the event reaches the maximum number of entries.

Prize Fund Overview

The top three players also receive cups, medals, award certificates, and sponsor gifts. In addition, prize winners receive Roasters Blend coffee from Olivo Coffee Culture.

The organizer may increase the prize fund if the tournament reaches 45 entries.

🧩 Sections / Groups

The tournament has one open section. Players from official chess clubs can enter and compete in the same FIDE-rated field.

The player limit is 60 participants. Therefore, early registration is important because places are filled in registration order.

The format suits club players who want classical games in a short tournament period. Moreover, the half-point bye option gives players some flexibility during the first four rounds.

📅 Schedule

Players should arrive early on Thursday, especially if they need to complete the final registration steps before the opening ceremony.

📝 Registration

Registration becomes valid only after payment. In addition, advance payments made with the discounted entry fee cannot be refunded.

Players should register early because the tournament accepts a maximum of 60 participants. Also, they should provide correct contact and club information during registration.

👥 Organizer

Atlas Chess Club Cluj-Napoca organizes Cluj-Napoca Chess Weekend – 3rd Edition. The club invites players to a FIDE-rated classical event with seven rounds, guaranteed prizes, and a practical weekend schedule.

Phone: +40 724 552 726
Email: atlassahcluj@yahoo.com

🏛️ Venue

“Octavian Goga” County Library – Calea Dorobanților 104, Cluj-Napoca, Romania

The tournament takes place at the “Octavian Goga” County Library in Cluj-Napoca. The venue gives players a clear city address and a suitable setting for a four-day classical chess event.

Players should plan their arrival carefully before Round 1 on Thursday afternoon. In addition, they should allow enough time for final registration before the opening ceremony.

🚆 How to Get There

Players should travel to Calea Dorobanților 104 in Cluj-Napoca and use the “Octavian Goga” County Library as the destination point.

Those arriving from outside the city should plan the final transfer in advance. Since Round 1 starts at 17:00 on June 11, players should avoid tight arrival schedules on the first day.

Cluj-Napoca Chess Weekend – 3rd Edition offers a focused classical chess tournament with FIDE rating, guaranteed prizes, and a strong club-event atmosphere in Romania.