Elevate your summer chess experience at the Jönköping Chess Festival 2025, running July 25 – August 1, 2025 in Jönköping, Sweden. Held at the elegant Elite Stora Hotellet, this week-long festival features seven distinct sections—including the nine-round Standard Open, rapid and blitz events, an Under 1700 section, and fun Amateur and Family tournaments—catering to players of all ages and strengths. With FIDE-rated classical, rapid, and blitz formats; generous prize funds; and a smoothly run schedule, the Jönköping Chess Festival delivers high-level competition and festive camaraderie in Sweden’s summer capital.
Whether you’re chasing norms in the Standard Open or enjoying quick-fire thrills in Blitz, each day brings exciting pairings, live digital results, and a welcoming atmosphere. Participants may request byes, enjoy free morning coffee, and attend the closing ceremony with trophy presentations. From seasoned masters to weekend warriors, this Festival offers something for everyone.
🎯 EVENT DETAILS
| Dates: | July 25 – August 1, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Venue: | Elite Stora Hotellet, Västra Storgatan 28, Jönköping 553 20, Sweden |
| Sections & Formats: | Standard Open (9-round Swiss, 90 min + 30 s/move) |
| Under 1700 (7-round, 30 min + 30 s/move) | |
| Rapid Open (7-round, 10 min + 3 s/move) | |
| Rapid Women (7-round, 10 min + 3 s/move) | |
| Blitz Open (11-round, 3 min + 2 s/move) | |
| Amateur (7-round, 10 min unrated) | |
| Family (7-round team, 3 min + 2 s/move) | |
| Entry Fees: | Standard Open: 799 SEK (≤ May 25); 899 SEK (≤ Jun 25); 999 SEK after |
| FIDE titled free; U20 & FM/WFM discounts apply | |
| Under 1700: 600 SEK (≤ May 25); 700 SEK (after) | |
| Rapid Open: 400 SEK; Rapid Women: 300 SEK | |
| Blitz & Amateur: 400 SEK; Family: 600 SEK/team | |
| Byes Allowed: | Up to 2 half-point byes (Standard Open Rounds 1–4) |
| Registration Deadline: | July 14, 2025 |
⏱ TIME CONTROL
- Standard Open: 90 min + 30 s increment from move one
- Under 1700: 30 min + 30 s increment
- Rapid & Rapid Women: 10 min + 3 s increment
- Blitz & Family: 3 min + 2 s increment
- Amateur: 10 min flat (unrated)
🗓 TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
| Date | Standard Open | Under 1700 | Rapid | Blitz | Amateur/Family |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25 | R1 17:00 | ||||
| Jul 26 | R2 18:00 | R1–R3 11:00–15:45 | |||
| Jul 27 | R3 18:00 | R4–R7 09:00–15:45* | |||
| Jul 28 | R4 12:00 & R5 18:00 | ||||
| Jul 29 | R6 15:00 | R1–R3 11:00, 13:15, 15:30 | |||
| Jul 30 | R7 15:00 | R4–R7 09:00–15:45 | |||
| Jul 31 | R8 15:00 | Blitz Rounds 8–11 20:00 | |||
| Aug 1 | R9 12:00; Closing Ceremony 18:00 |
*Under 1700 plays Rounds 1–7 on July 26 at 11:00, 13:15, 15:30, 17:45, 20:00, then July 27 at 09:00 & 11:15.
💰 PRIZE FUND
Standard Open (SEK)
1st 11 000 + cup & medal | 2nd 6 000 + medal | 3rd 4 000 + medal
Best female/senior/junior: 500 + medal each
Under 1700
1st 3 000 + cup | 2nd 2 000 | 3rd 999
Category trophies + 350 each
Rapid Open
1st 1 600 | 2nd 1 150 | 3rd 800; category 350 each
Rapid Women
1st 800 | 2nd 600 | 3rd 400
Blitz Open
1st 2 000 | 2nd 1 250 | 3rd 900; category 350 each
Amateur
1st 999 | 2nd 800 | 3rd 600
Family (per team)
1st 1 200 | 2nd 999 | 3rd 800
📝 REGISTRATION
- How to register: Fill the online form by July 14
- Payment methods: PayPal to Jordanian Swedish Chess Academy; bank transfer to IBAN SE39 9020 0000 0902 4965 7289; Swedish Bankgiro 5300-8116
- Refunds: € 15 service charge applies
For questions, contact FT Ahmad Sadah:
- Email: ahmad.sadah@jsca.se
- Phone: +46 769 127 107
- General Info: info@jsca.se
✈️ TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATION
Elite Stora Hotellet (venue) offers special chess-festival rates (Single 1 440 SEK; Double 1 590 SEK; Triple 1 940 SEK incl. breakfast) until June 15—reserve via info@jsca.se.
Nearby: Scandic Portalen (Single 1 140 SEK; Double 1 290 SEK).
Jönköping Airport (GOT-JKG) lies 5 km east; trains connect from Gothenburg and Stockholm. On-site parking is free for players.
🏛️ ORGANIZER
The Jordanian Swedish Chess Academy (JSCA) runs the Jönköping Chess Festival in partnership with the Swedish Chess Federation. JSCA organizes Grand Prix events, youth camps, and international tournaments across Sweden and Jordan, emphasizing professional management, fair play, and cross-cultural exchange. Their certified arbiters and technical team ensure accurate pairings, timely results, and a welcoming environment for all participants.
📞 CONTACT DETAILS
- Address: Jordanian Swedish Chess Academy, Box 123, 551 10 Jönköping, Sweden
- Email (main): info@jsca.se
- Email (additional): ahmad.sadah@jsca.se
- Phone (main): +46 769 127 107
- Phone (additional): +46 36 10 70 00
- Facebook: facebook.com/jsca.chess
🌟 WHY YOU SHOULD PARTICIPATE
The Jönköping Chess Festival 2025 offers unparalleled diversity—nine distinct events, FIDE-rated formats, and generous prizes—all set against the scenic backdrop of Swedish summer. Whether you pursue master norms, rating gains in Under 1700, or casual fun in Family teams, you’ll find competitive rigor, friendly camaraderie, and top-notch organization. Secure your spot today and make your next chess memory in Jönköping!
Additional Details
Playing Venue - Elite Stora Hotellet
Organizer - Jordanian Swedish Chess Academy
Organizer Phone - +46 769 127 107
Organizer email - info@jsca.se
Time control - Standard Open (9-round Swiss, 90 min + 30 s/move)
Number of rounds - 9
Tournament system - SWISS
Rating - FIDE
Organizer
The Jordanian Swedish Chess Academy (JSCA) champions international chess growth by organizing a diverse slate of events across Sweden and Jordan. Since its founding, JSCA has hosted flagship tournaments such as the Rilton Cup Kickoff, the June Swedish Blitz Championship, the Jordanian–Swedish Blixt Tournament, and most recently the Jönköping Chess Festival, drawing grandmasters, titled players, and ambitious juniors. Their events uphold FIDE-rated standards and foster cross-cultural competition under professional management.
Beyond marquee tournaments, JSCA runs year-round programs including weekly club nights, rapid and classical Swiss opens, scholastic workshops, and private coaching camps. As certified FIDE Arbiters and National TDs, their organizers ensure precise pairings, clear rule enforcement, and a welcoming atmosphere that supports players from beginners to masters.