This event is in the past.It took place on February 17, 2026 at Mechanics' Institute.


Test your mettle at San Francisco's longest-running weeknight chess tournament, where 50 years of tradition meets Tuesday night battles. Masters and beginners alike face off in serious, slow-paced games, all gear provided, so you can chase rating points without sacrificing your weekends.
Serious chess tournament
All skill levels
50+ year tradition
Weeknight competition
Tips
♟️cash at door if space available
👩free women's chess class Sundays
🚪day pass awkward: knock for attendant
2026 New Year's Tuesday Night Marathon
Union Square


Test your mettle at San Francisco's longest-running weeknight chess tournament, where 50 years of tradition meets Tuesday night battles. Masters and beginners alike face off in serious, slow-paced games, all gear provided, so you can chase rating points without sacrificing your weekends.
Serious chess tournament
All skill levels
50+ year tradition
Weeknight competition
Tips
♟️cash at door if space available
👩free women's chess class Sundays
🚪day pass awkward: knock for attendant
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