Boston Queens Series 2026-2027 Event 1
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About This Tournament
🏆 Boston Queens Series 2026-2027
Event 1 The Start
Join us for an exciting day of chess in the Boston Queens Series 2026-2027 Event 1! This event features a simul by GM Nadya Kosintseva, free pizza & social, and 6 double rounds Swiss system blitz with accelerated first round pairings. ♟️
📅 Schedule
Time | Event |
|---|---|
Sunday, September 13, 2026 | Tournament Day |
1:30 PM – 1:50 PM | On-site registration, cash or checks only |
2:00 PM | Simul by GM Nadya Kosintseva |
3:30 PM | Free pizza 🍕 |
4:00 PM | Blitz |
♟️ Tournament Format
Detail | Information |
|---|---|
System | Swiss System |
Rounds | 6 (double) |
Pairing Note | 1st round accelerated |
Time Control | G/3+2 |
💰 Sections & Entry Fees
Event | Entry Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Blitz | $20 | Free entry for GMs, IMs, WGMs, WIMs, and unrated first-time players |
Simul | FREE | Open simul with GM Nadya Kosintseva |
Blitz Entry Notes
Free entry to:
GMs
IMs
WGMs
WIMs
Unrated players (players who have not played a USCF or a FIDE rated tournament before)
🏅 Prizes
Prize | Award |
|---|---|
1st | $100 |
2nd | $75 |
Top U1500 | $50 |
Top U1000 | $25 |
Top Unrated Player | Medal + book prize |
Simul Awards | Book prizes for the 3 best performing / longest standing against GM in simul |
Early Registration Bonus | Chess accessories for the first 15 to register |
⏱️ Byes
Up to two half-point byes are available.
For a last round bye, you must commit before the start of round 2.
ℹ️ Additional Information
The tournament is being held on Sunday, September 13, 2026.
The main event uses G/3+2 time control.
The event includes a simul, free pizza, and a blitz tournament for a full day of chess fun.
Please bring cash or checks only if you choose to register on-site.
We’d love to see you there for a fast-paced, fun, and competitive day of chess! 🏆
Boston Queens Series 2026-2027 Event 1
Sep 13, 2026