2nd Annual Irish Women's Chess Festival 2026 - Girls Competition

Friday 23rd October 2026

Girls only
Not rated
Primary & Secondary School Sections

Irish Women’s Chess Festival

This event is part of the Irish Women’s Chess Festival 2026. Players who are interested in longer classical chess events are welcome to enter either sections of the Irish Women’s Chess Championship 2026.

Description

Time: 10:00 - 13:00

Entry Fee: €10

Supervision: All participants must be supervised by a teacher, legal guardian, or appropriate adult.

Entry: Entry by email. Contact [email protected].

• An open chess competition for Irish girls of primary and secondary school age, of all playing levels.
• Participants can come as part of a school group or individually.
• The event will be run as both a Primary and Secondary School Tournament, subject to entries.
• Whether you're just starting out or already an experienced player, this is a fun and welcoming event where young players can enjoy chess and meet others.

Get Into the Halloween Spirit

Participants are welcome to wear costumes. This is completely optional and just for fun. Costumes will not affect gameplay, but there will be a special prize for the best costume, so creativity is encouraged.

Prizes

• Medals will be awarded.
• Trophies and prizes for the top 3 players.
• Special prize for best costume.

How to Enter

Entry by email. Contact [email protected].