Competitive weekend chess returns to Manhattan with the Marshall PREMIER FIDE Open 24, running from Friday, March 6 to Sunday, March 8, 2026 at Marshall Chess Club in New York, United States. This FIDE-rated 5-round Swiss uses a true classical cadence and targets established tournament players who want a strong field, consistent round times, and a professional club setting in the heart of the city.
Marshall Chess Club backs the event with a $2,000 guaranteed enhanced prize fund, including a dedicated U2300 prize and a cross-section mixed doubles award. The organizer also supports titled participation by offering free entry to GMs and the first five IMs, while the strict rating-entry requirement keeps the competition focused and competitive throughout the weekend.
🗓️ Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 📅 Dates | March 6-8, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Marshall Chess Club, 23 West 10th Street, New York, NY 10011, United States |
| ♟️ Format | 5-round Swiss system |
| ⭐ Rating | FIDE-rated |
| ⏱️ Time control | G/90 + 30 seconds increment per move |
| 💳 Entry fee | $100 (members only) |
| 💰 Prize fund | $2,000 guaranteed |
| 👤 Eligibility | Only open to players with a current published rating 2000+ (USCF or FIDE); no exceptions |
| 🧩 Organizer notes | GMs free; first 5 IMs free; max two byes (request at entry) |
🏆 Prize Fund
The tournament guarantees a $2,000 prize fund.
| Place / Category | Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st | $1,000 |
| 2nd | $500 |
| 3rd | $250 |
| U2300 | $250 |
The event also offers a cross-section mixed doubles prize:
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Mixed Doubles | $200 total prize with a 3-team minimum |
| Team format | Highest combined score of a male/female team |
| Team deadline | Teams must declare prior to the start of Round 2 |
| Eligibility | Teams may include players from the Open and/or U2000 sections |
| Split | $100 to each player |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The tournament runs a 5-round Swiss with G/90 + 30 seconds increment per move and submits results for FIDE rating.
The organizer allows up to two byes, and players must request byes at entry.
📂 Sections / Groups
| Section | Rating / target group | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Open | Published rating 2000+ (USCF or FIDE) | Entry requirement applies with no exceptions |
📅 Schedule
| Date | Weekday | Time | Round / Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 6, 2026 | Friday | 19:00 | Round 1 |
| March 7, 2026 | Saturday | 12:30 | Round 2 |
| March 7, 2026 | Saturday | 17:30 | Round 3 |
| March 8, 2026 | Sunday | 12:30 | Round 4 |
| March 8, 2026 | Sunday | 17:30 | Round 5 |
📝 Registration
Players must hold Marshall Chess Club membership to enter.
Registration highlights:
• Entry fee: $100 (members only)
• GMs enter free
• The first five IMs enter free
• Eligibility requires a current published rating of 2000+ (USCF or FIDE) with no exceptions
• Players may request up to two byes at the time of entry
Website: https://www.marshallchessclub.org/tournaments/upcoming
👥 Organizer
Marshall Chess Club organizes the Marshall PREMIER FIDE Open series and hosts events year-round at its historic club venue in Manhattan.
Email: td@marshallchessclub.org
Phone: 2124773716
Website: http://www.marshallchessclub.org
🏨 Venue
Marshall Chess Club hosts all rounds at 23 West 10th Street, New York, NY 10011, United States. The club provides a dedicated over-the-board tournament environment designed for serious classical play.
🚗 How to Get There
You can reach the club by subway, bus, taxi, or rideshare and then walk to West 10th Street. Drivers can enter Manhattan and continue to the West Village area, then reach 23 West 10th Street via local streets.
Start your spring schedule with a focused FIDE-rated weekend in one of the most iconic chess venues in the United States.
Additional Details
Prize Fund - $2000
Organizer
The Marshall Chess Club stands as one of the oldest and most prestigious chess institutions in the United States, having fostered over-the-board competition and innovation since its founding by World Champion Frank J. Marshall in 1915. Nestled in the heart of Manhattan’s West Village, the club cultivates a vibrant atmosphere where beginners and seasoned masters alike come to test their skills, exchange ideas, and celebrate the richness of chess culture. Each year, the club hosts a robust calendar of events, including the monthly Premier FIDE Weekend Opens, the U2000 and U2200 Swiss tournaments, the New York International Invitational, scholastic quads, and rapid- and blitz-format showdowns. These tournaments attract a diverse field of competitors—from rising juniors seeking their first norms to seasoned experts pursuing title norms—ensuring that every weekend brings fresh strategic battles and learning opportunities.
Beyond its marquee events, the Marshall Chess Club operates as a dynamic training and community center, offering master-level lectures, coaching clinics, and summer camps designed to develop players’ tactical prowess and positional understanding. The club’s team of International Arbiters and titled instructors leads structured training sessions, simuls, and analysis groups that spotlight cutting-edge opening theory and endgame technique. Community outreach programs extend the club’s impact into local schools and underserved neighborhoods, promoting chess as a tool for critical thinking, confidence building, and academic enrichment. With its storied brownstone venue, historic library of rare chess literature, and commitment to inclusivity, the Marshall Chess Club continues to shape the next generation of champions while preserving a living legacy at the forefront of American chess.