Scholastic Chess Tournament

Name: Scholastic Chess Tournament
Start: 2026-04-25
Location: Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian, 403 22nd Ave

Apr

Date

25 Apr (Saturday)

Time

Sat, 9 AM – 5 PM

Venue

Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian, 403 22nd Ave

Meridian, MS, United States

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📝 Useful Information

The Mississippi Children's Museum – Meridian Scholastic Chess Tournament is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Meridian, MS. This annual event is open to players of all experience levels, from beginners to seasoned competitors.

The competition features multiple sections to accommodate different ages and skill levels:

For more information on other regional scholastic events, you can check the Mississippi Scholastic Chess Association (MSCA) calendar.

Would you like to know more about membership requirements for the rated divisions or other upcoming tournaments in Mississippi?

Event Details

Tournament Structure

•Date & Time: April 25, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

•Location: Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS 39301.

•Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian

•Registration: Online registration is available through King Registration and closes on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Pre-registration is highly recommended.

•Entry Fee: Participation requires an entry fee, which includes full access to all museum exhibits for the day.

•Unrated Youth Divisions: Designed for students in grades K–2, K–4, K–7, and K–12.

•Rated Divisions: Open to players of all ages who have a US Chess Federation membership.

•US Chess Federation

•Equipment: Chess sets, boards, and clocks are provided for all participants.

•Awards: Medals or trophies are typically awarded to the top three finishers in each category.

Updated at 20 Mar 2026