Chess Returns to the Huon

Huon Chess Festival 2026

Festival Plan

Nov 5 - 8, 2026

Four Chess Events. Play in one, play in all 4. They are all open to everyone.

Located in Huonville, in the heart of Southern Tasmania’s beautiful Huon Valley.

Entries, are open, close 30 October 2026

Classical, Nov 5 - 6, 2026

7 Round Swiss

30 min + 30 sec time control


Bendigo Bank Challengers Rapid

Nov 7, 2026 7 Round Swiss

10 min + 5 sec time control. Open to all ages and playing abilities! Gateway event for Open Rapid


Open Rapid, Nov 7-8, 2026

11 Round Swiss

15 min + 2 sec time control


Lightning, Nov 7, 2026

9 Round Swiss

3 min + 2 sec time control