Lone Star FIDE
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VenueTexas Chess Center - Bellaire
Address4007 Bellaire Blvd., Suite HH, Houston, TX 77025
Format5-Round Swiss (2-day and 3-day schedules available)
SectionsChampionship, U1800, U1400
Time ControlG/90+30
Entry Fee$78–$138 (GMs, IMs free)
Is This Tournament a Good Fit?
This event offers flexible scheduling across two or three days for players at multiple levels—whether you're aiming for the Championship section or competing in the U1800 or U1400 brackets. With classical time control (G/90+30), you'll have time to think through your moves, and the reasonable entry fee ranges from $78–$138, with free entry for titled players. It's an ideal fit if you want serious competition without an overwhelming time commitment and prefer a measured pace over blitz or rapid chess.