Maryland Chess Association
5th Beltway K-12
Saturday 08 August 2026
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5th Annual Beltway Open Scholastic Championship
Hampton Inn and Suites Dulles
22700 Holiday Park Drive, Sterling, VA 20166
Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 9 am
Register on dmvchess.com or visit the direct registration link at https://caissachess.net/online-registration/index/8875
- Four rounds. The first round begins promptly at 9 am. There are no scheduled round times. Rounds occur ASAP. The tournament should last about four hours, though it could finish earlier or slightly later.
- Four sections: K-12, K-8, K-5, and K-3
- Click here to view details about the 3-day long-time-control Beltway Open: https://caissachess.net/online-registration/index/8874
- Note: The Beltway Open (3 days long with a 2-day option) is for both adults and children, whereas The Beltway Open Scholastic Championship (1-day event) is only open to scholastic players
- It is possible for kids to play in both events since the scholastic does not conflict with the three-day schedule of the main tournament.
- Note: The Beltway Open (3 days long with a 2-day option) is for both adults and children, whereas The Beltway Open Scholastic Championship (1-day event) is only open to scholastic players
- Click here to view details about the 3-day long-time-control Beltway Open: https://caissachess.net/online-registration/index/8874
- Trophies will be awarded to the top five finishers in each section
- This tournament is open to all scholastic players, regardless of which state they are from
- Time control: Game in 25 minutes with a 5-second delay
- Entry fee: $35 by 7/20, $40 by 7/26, $45 by 8/1, $50 by 8/7, $55 on 8/8 (on-site registration closes 30 minutes before round 1)
- Boards and pieces will be provided for all players
- This tournament is US Chess rated
- PARKING INFORMATION: There is plenty of parking at the hotel.
- Don’t hesitate to reach out to us at Click here to show mail address with any questions
How to Register
Register on dmvchess.com or visit the direct registration link at https://caissachess.net/online-registration/index/8875