ChessFest 2026 @Chess_Fest
A chess festival celebrating our beautiful game. Brought to you by Chess in Schools & Communities, proudly supported XTX Markets. See https://t.co/uWtFv4AT4V chess-fest.com London Joined June 2021-
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We’re delighted to announce that @GMGawain will be joining us at ChessFest! A three-time British Chess Champion and one of England’s strongest GMs, Gawain has represented England at the highest level for many years. Come and meet Gawain, watch him in action. #ChessFest
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When was the last time you played chess in the middle of London? At ChessFest, you can! Challenge a friend, teach your children, or make your first-ever move on one of our giant outdoor chess sets in the heart of Trafalgar Sq. 📅 12 July 🕛 12pm–7pm 🎟️ FREE #ChessFest
ChessFest isn’t just taking over London… it’s coming to communities across England! Today we’re shining the spotlight on Lancaster, where ChessFest arrives for the very first time. 📍 Market Square, Lancaster 📅 Monday 17 August 2026 🕙 10:00am–5:00pm chess-fest.com/lancaster
Think fast. Play faster. The Challenge the Chess Master tent is where you have the opportunity to test your chess skills against a titled player and compete for fantastic prizes! Whether you’re a seasoned blitz player or just fancy a quick game, come and join the action.
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Chess is booming - in Lincolnshire and on Humberside, among many other regions. A lot of people are working very hard to make it happen. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…
We’re delighted to announce that English chess legend @MickeyAdamsGM will be joining us back at ChessFest! One of the strongest players in British chess history, Mickey has represented 🏴 at the highest level for decades. Come and see him in action on 12 Jul in Trafalgar Square
Chess comes alive at ChessFest! This year’s Living Chess performance takes on a wild twist bringing the giant chessboard to life in Trafalgar Square. 🦁 Watch wildlife characters recreate famous chess games on our giant board! What game would you like to see recreated?
Love chess? Love events? Love being part of something big? We are looking for volunteers to help create an incredible day of chess, community, and fun in the heart of London. Get involved and make a difference! 📩 Contact [email protected] #ChessFest #Volunteer
Ever wondered what it’s like to play a top chess player? At ChessFest, some of the strongest players in the country will be taking on multiple opponents simultaneously. Take a seat and see how long you can last. 😎 Sponsored by @xtxmarkets and organised by @schoolschess .
Never played chess before? Perfect. Join us at ChessFest and enjoy a FREE chess lesson with one of our fantastic @schoolschess tutors. No experience. No rating. No prior knowledge required. 📍 Trafalgar Square 📅 12 July Proudly sponsored by @xtxmarkets.
♟️ This is what happens when thousands of people come together over a shared love of chess. Join us in Trafalgar Square on 12 July for the UK’s biggest chess festival. Organised by @schoolschess and proudly sponsored by @xtxmarkets
We’re back! ♟️ ChessFest returns to Trafalgar Square on 12 July, 12pm–7pm. Join us for the UK’s biggest chess festival - a day of chess, fun, and community in the heart of London. #ChessFest #Chess #LondonEvents
#ChessFest Liverpool kicks off in less than 24 hours at Chavasse Park at Liverpool ONE. Come on down for a fun-filled day of chess lessons, casual chess, giant chess, a simul against @TelegraphChess and Blitz tournament. Open to all and completely free! chess-fest.com/liverpool
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ChessFest in Trafalgar Square ♟️
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🎉 Congrats to Agnieszka Milewska on receiving a FIDE Certificate of Excellence for the #YearOfSocialChess! Aga champions women’s chess, supports schools & prisons via @cschessuk, and brings huge energy to events from WRBT to ChessFest 🇬🇧♟️ A well-deserved recognition! 👏 #FIDE
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Having played chess at a young age, I know the transformational impact it can have on young people. That's why today we're allocating £1.5m to help identify, support, and elevate top-tier players who have the potential to compete at a global level.
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Finally, after years of us both trying, the legendary Tunde and I met up at ChessFest today. It is my absolute privilege to have met this unique and phenomenally inspirational man.
ChessFest was blessed by having Stanley's older brother, Frankie, who is also an FM. Frankie certainly put the public through their paces in both the simuls and the Masters' tent.
An acceptable excuse for missing #ChessFest but don't do it again. Congratulations Stanley.
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Our Mickey Adams 'gettin' down' at ChessFest 2025.
(2/2) Thanks to our wonderful tutors, our army of volunteers who pitched in, our talented troupe of actors, the @chesskid team and especially our sponsor @xtxmarkets who make the event possible. Special thx to @LM_Westminster for coming down and taking part. See you in 2026!
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