Open tournaments · Washington

2026 Washington Winter Classic

Weekend competition with classical upper sections and a shorter double-Swiss format for Under 1300 players.

Dec 19–20, 2026

Bellevue, Washington

At a glance

Dates: Dec 19–20, 2026
Location: Embassy Suites Bellevue · 3225 158th Avenue SE, Bellevue, WA 98008
Organiser: Washington Chess Federation
Eligibility: Four rating sections; US Chess and WCF membership/Northwest Chess subscription required. No play-up into Elite.
Rating: US Chess and NWSRS; top three sections also FIDE rated
Time control: Upper sections: G/90; +30. Prodigies: G/45; +15.
Entry fees: $120 by Dec 12, then $140.
Sections: Elite (2000+)
Advanced (1700–1999)
Challengers (1300–1699)
Prodigies (Under 1300)
Schedules: Review exact round times, registration deadlines, and alternate schedules on the organiser’s site. Times follow the venue’s local time zone.