The Irish Chess Union

See here a report on the recently concluded Mick Germaine Cup 2026

Enter The Drogheda Chess Congress - 6 rounds, FIDE rated, June Bank Holiday Weekend. Discount entry by midnight of Wed 27th May.

Early Bird entry now open for 50+ and 65+ Weekender during the 2026 Irish Championships.

Enter here by 30 June for Early Bird rates.

Do not forget to register to Ennis Congress. Competitive FIDE rated Sections with no more than 300 point differences.

Entries for the Éanna May Quad close tonight at 10pm. Enter here.

19 July is International Chess Day. Consider organizing an event in your local area / club.

Events to date

• International Chess Day - Sligo
• International Chess Day Event - Indian Embassy

Early Bird Entry now open for Irish Championship - Weekender/Weekday events. For Early Bird rates, enter here by 30 June:

• ICC 2026 - First Weekender
• ICU Weekday Open
• ICC 2026 - Open Weekender, 50+, 65+

The Junior Selection Committee report for the Glorney Gilbert International 2026 has been published here.