THE 2026 bc
autumn open
Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
Format: 5-Round Swiss
Time Control: G/15 + 10
Entry Fee: $20 - cash only at check in
Rating: USCF Rated
PRIZES
Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.
Registration total impacts prize pool.
$300 prize pool at 24 players
$400 prize pool at 32 players
SCHEDULE
10:00–10:30 Check-in / registration
10:30–10:40 Welcome + rules
10:40–11:25 Round 1
11:25–12:10 Round 2
12:10–12:55 Round 3
12:55–1:25 Lunch/break
1:25–2:10 Round 4
2:10–2:55 Round 5
2:55–3:25 Final standings / awards
3:25–4:00 Open chess / social time
ELIGIBILITY
Must be a USCF Member with member ID. All skill levels welcome.
REGISTRATION
Registration Cap: Limited to 32 players — online registration only!
Registration will close end of day
Nov 6th$20 entry fee at check in
Cash only