Chess And Coffee Chicago

Chess & Coffee Chicago

Join Chicago's newest chess community based online here and in Chicago at Monday Coffee. Chess & Coffee is built on the pillars of mutual learning, strategic thinking, and collective empowerment.

Online Tournaments on the way!

Weekly Community Sessions
Every Tuesday, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Monday Coffee at Starling (3243 W 16th St)
- Free play and instruction
- All skill levels welcome (beginners to advanced)
- Equipment provided
- Coffee available
- Beginner lesson at 11:00 AM

Special Events
4/4 Chess After Dark 6-10 at Monday Coffee.
An evening of strategy and excellence. Come play or watch as chess players battle on the board.

All levels welcome!

Event Details:
• 16-player 5+5 blitz chess tournament
(Spectators Welcome)
• Beginners boards for casual play
• Prizes from Chess.com, House of Staunton, and It’s Good to be King! 

Specialty drinks by Johnny Walker and Monday
Coffee

When and Where:
• Friday, April 4th, 6:00-10:00 PM
• Monday Coffee at Starling (3243 W 16th St)
• Limited capacity - register early! https://gforms.app/r/XkQSrTz

Our program honors chess's rich history as a tool for education and community building. By making chess accessible to all while developing strategic thinking skills, we contribute to building community intelligence and capability.

Whether you're a grandmaster or complete beginner, there's a place for you at our boards.

Coffee provided. Bring your mind.

Follow us: @chess.coffee.chicago
Email: chesscoffeechicago@gmail.com