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Serious Chess in the Heart of Music City – Are You Ready?

The 3rd Annual Music City Open is back, and if you're a serious chess competitor, you won’t want to miss this. From February 21-23, 2025, Nashville, TN, will once again host some of the fiercest battles on the board at the Millennium Maxwell Hotel. With top-level competition, a projected $13,000 prize fund ($10,000 guaranteed), and a city full of energy, this is your chance to prove your strength and take home your share of the winnings.

Why You Should Play

This isn’t just another weekend event—it’s one of the premier events in the country with 4 competitive sections!

  • Championship (Open): Fight for $2,000, $1,300, and $800, with additional prizes for U/2200. This is where the best come to battle.

  • Challengers (U/1800): A fierce section with prizes up to $1,200.

  • Reserve (U/1400): A competitive field with a $1,000 top prize.

  • Novice (U/1000): A great proving ground, with a $800 first-place prize.

Tournament Format & Registration

You can choose your preferred pace:

  • 3-Day Schedule: Traditional format, kicking off Friday at 7:00 PM.

  • 2-Day Schedule: A faster track, merging into the main field Saturday evening.

Early registration is $110 (before Jan 31st), increasing to $140 after that, and $150 at the door. Sign up online at www.nashvillechess.org to secure your spot.

GM's & IM's are free! (Entry Fee Deducted)

Saturday Night Blitz

For those who live and breath flagging, the Saturday Night Blitz Tournament is a must.  Cash prizes and rating-based payouts!

Beyond the Board

Yes, it's a chess tournament—but it's also Nashville. After your games, explore a city famous for its live music, legendary food, and electric atmosphere. Whether you’re analyzing games over hot chicken or unwinding with fellow players downtown, this is more than just a competition—it’s an experience.

Don’t Sit This One Out

If you're serious about chess, you know how valuable a well-run, high-stakes tournament is. The Music City Open delivers just that—strong competition, great prizes, and an unforgettable weekend!

Find out more and sign up at www.nashvillechess.org.

 

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