Carmel Schach Festival
Saturday, July 11, 2026Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA
Please confirm all information with the tournament organizer before attending.
VenueCarmel Youth Center
AddressTorres St. & 4th Ave., Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923
FormatRapid: 3-Round Swiss | Rapid (Candidates): 4-Round Swiss | Blitz: Swiss
SectionsRapid: Championship, Challengers, Contenders, Candidates | Blitz: Open
Time ControlRapid: G/30+30 | Blitz: G/5+2
Entry Fee$5–$20
Is This Tournament a Good Fit?
This festival offers something for everyone from casual players to serious competitors, with separate rapid sections for different skill levels (Championship, Challengers, Contenders, and Candidates) plus a blitz open section. The rapid events use a moderate time control (G/30+30) across 3–4 rounds, while the blitz section moves quickly at G/5+2, so you can choose based on your preferred pace. With entry fees as low as $5–$20, it's an affordable way to get USCF-rated games in a scenic California venue.