Chess Returns to the Huon

Huon Chess Festival 2026

Festival Plan

Nov 5 - 8, 2026

In the Heart of Tasmania’s Beautiful Huon Valley, Four Chess Events

Entries open now!

Entries 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

Bendigo Bank Challengers 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