Join an elite gathering of chess enthusiasts at the SixDays Budapest May 2025 Chess Tournament, scheduled from May 14 to May 19, 2025. This prestigious event offers players the opportunity to compete for Grandmaster (GM) and International Master (IM) norms, as well as ELO rating points, in the heart of Hungary’s capital. ​

📍 Venue: Hungarian Chess Federation Hall, Budapest

The tournament will be held at the Hungarian Chess Federation Hall, located at 1055 Budapest, Falk Miksa utca 10. This central venue provides a professional and accessible environment for high-level chess competition.

🏆 Tournament Structure

The SixDays Budapest May 2025 features three distinct round-robin groups, each comprising 10 players:​

• GM Group: Aimed at players seeking Grandmaster norms.
• IM Group: Designed for those pursuing International Master norms.
• U2250 Rating Group: Open to players rated between 1800 and 2250, with limited spots for those below 1800. ​

Each group follows a 9-round round-robin format, providing ample opportunities for norm achievements and ELO gains.​

⏱️ Time Control & Schedule

• Time Control: 90 minutes for the entire game, with a 30-second increment from move one.
• Schedule:

  • May 14: Round 1 at 16:00
  • May 15: Rounds 2 and 3 at 10:00 and 16:00
  • May 16: Rounds 4 and 5 at 10:00 and 16:00
  • May 17: Round 6 at 16:00
  • May 18: Rounds 7 and 8 at 10:00 and 16:00
  • May 19: Round 9 at 10:00​

Please note that the waiting time is 30 minutes, and postponement of rounds is not possible. ​

💰 Prize Fund

• U2250 Group: A guaranteed prize fund of €500, distributed as follows:

  • 1st Place: €250
  • 2nd Place: €150
  • 3rd Place: €100

In case of ties, prizes will be shared equally among the players.

💵 Entry Fees

• GM Group:

  • ELO 2501+: €200
  • ELO 2451–2500: €300
  • ELO 2401–2450: €350
  • ELO 2351–2400: €450
  • ELO 2301–2350: €550
  • ELO 2251–2300: €650

• IM Group:

  • ELO 2400+: €125
  • ELO 2351–2400: €175
  • ELO 2301–2350: €200
  • ELO 2251–2300: €250
  • ELO 2201–2250: €350
  • ELO 2151–2200: €450
  • ELO 2101–2150: €550

• U2250 Group:

  • ELO 2150–2250: €50
  • ELO 2000–2149: €75
  • ELO 1900–1999: €100
  • ELO 1800–1899: €150

Players below 1800 in the U2250 group should contact the organizer for entry fee details.

🏨 Accommodation

Participants are responsible for arranging their own accommodation. Budapest offers a wide range of hotels and apartments near the playing venue, with prices starting from approximately €40 per person per night. Recommended options include T62 Hotel, Ikonik Parlament, Rose Corner, Marmara Hotel, and NH Budapest City Hotel. ​SixDays+1Scribd+1

📝 Registration & Contact

• Website: sixdayschess.hu
• Email: info@sixdayschess.hu
• Phone: +36 20 329 8335​

For registration and additional information, please visit the official website or contact the organizer directly.​

🏢 Organizer Information

The tournament is organized by Miklós Halák, a FIDE Master and founder of the SixDays Budapest chess tournament series. The Chief Arbiter for the event is IA Tamás Gyömber.

Don’t miss this opportunity to compete in a high-caliber chess tournament in one of Europe’s most vibrant cities. Whether you’re aiming for a title norm or looking to improve your rating, the SixDays Budapest May 2025 Chess Tournament offers the perfect platform to showcase your skills.​