Sea views, palm-lined promenades, and nine rounds of focused chess—Calvià 2025 brings the celebrated Mallorcan festival atmosphere to an Amateur Open for players rated under 2350. From October 4–12, 2025, competitors gather in Calvià (Mallorca, Spain) for a 9-round Swiss with classical time control and FIDE rating, run by an experienced local team.
🏆 Event Highlights and Player Eligibility
- Dates: October 4–12, 2025 (nine rounds, Swiss-system)
- Eligibility: Open to players rated <2350
- Time Control: 90’ for 40 moves + 15’, with a 30-second increment from move one
- Rated: FIDE and national ratings apply
- Location: Calvià (Mallorca, Spain)
- Venue: Sala Palmanova, Edificio Na Nadala, Avda. de la Playa 2, Palmanova, Calvià
♟ Event Details and Key Facts — Calvià Chess Festival 2025
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Festival / Event | XXII Calvià Chess Festival — Amateur Open <2350 |
| Dates | Oct 4–12, 2025 (9 rounds, Swiss-system) |
| City | Calvià (Mallorca), Spain |
| Venue | Sala Palmanova, Edificio Na Nadala, Avda. de la Playa 2, Palmanova, Calvià |
| Format | Swiss-system, rated both nationally and internationally |
| Time Control | 90’/40 + 15’ + 30″ increment from move one |
| Section | Single Amateur Open (rating under 2350) |
⏰ Tournament Schedule — Round-by-Round
| Day | Date | Round |
|---|---|---|
| Sat | Oct 4 | Round 1 |
| Sun | Oct 5 | Round 2 |
| Mon | Oct 6 | Round 3 |
| Tue | Oct 7 | Round 4 |
| Wed | Oct 8 | Round 5 |
| Thu | Oct 9 | Round 6 |
| Fri | Oct 10 | Round 7 |
| Sat | Oct 11 | Round 8 |
| Sun | Oct 12 | Round 9 |
♛ Registration and Entry Information
- Who can enter: Players with rating <2350 Elo
- How to register: Contact the organizers via the official festival email
- Pairings & Standings: Published daily throughout the event on Chess-Results
🏨 Travel and Accommodation — Calvià, Mallorca
- Getting there: Accessible via Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI), with short transfers to Calvià
- Where to stay: Refer to the festival’s official website for recommended hotels and booking guidance
🏛 Organizer — Calvià Amateur Open
Led by a skilled local team within the Calvià Chess Festival, this Amateur Open is known for its friendly professionalism and international appeal.
Contact Details:
- Tournament Director: Sergio Estremera
- Chief Arbiter: Germán Maldonado
- General Email: [email protected]
- Festival Website: www.calviafestival.com
- Social Media:
- Facebook: Calvià CHESS Festival
- Instagram: @calvia_chessfestival
- X (Twitter): @CalviaChessFest
🔥 Why You Should Participate — Calvià 2025
- Classical format & FIDE-rated — meaningful games and rating impact
- October in Mallorca — perfect weather, beaches, and scenic walks for players and families
- Festival atmosphere — a friendly, international amateur scene that’s competitive yet welcoming, with side events and social opportunities
This is more than a tournament—it’s a chess experience surrounded by Mediterranean charm.
Additional Details
Playing Venue - Sala Palmanova, Edificio Na Nadala, Avda. de la Playa 2, Palmanova, Calvià
Organizer - Calvià Amateur Open
Organizer email - [email protected]
Tournament Director - Sergio Estremera
Chief Arbiter - Germán Maldonado
Time control - 90’ for 40 moves + 15’, with a 30-second increment from move one
Number of rounds - 9
Tournament system - SWISS
Rating - FIDE
Organizer
Led by a skilled local team within the Calvià Chess Festival, this Amateur Open is known for its friendly professionalism and international appeal.