Santa Monica Chess Club & Tournament | 21+ (Cash Prizes & 1 Drink Included)

Mon Feb 23 2026 at 06:00 pm to 10:00 pm UTC-08:00

Weary Livers | Santa Monica

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Santa Monica Chess Club & Tournament | 21+ (Cash Prizes & 1 Drink Included)
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Santa Monica Chess Night with optional tournament.
Free play, 15-minute rounds, prizes. Tournament at 7:30PM.
About this Event

♟️🍸 Santa Monica Chess Night — Tournament Edition 🍸♟️

Monday, February 23 | 6–10 PM

Mondays are for good games, good drinks, and even better competition. Our weekly Santa Monica Chess Club is back—but this time with an optional fast-paced tournament for players ready to put their skills to the test.

Come early to settle in, grab a drink, and play casually—or jump into the tournament and see how far you can climb the leaderboard.

Free play starts at 6:00 PM, and the tournament begins promptly at 7:30 PM.


Choose how you want to play:

For $15, enjoy open free play all night, whether you’re running casual games, blitz matches, or just meeting fellow chess lovers. Your ticket includes one drink—alcoholic or non-alcoholic—so you can sip while you strategize.

For $25, step into tournament mode. You’ll get free play access, tournament entry, and a drink included. All tournament players will be paired using our web-based tournament app, making matchups quick and seamless throughout the night.

The tournament is designed to be fast, competitive, and fun. Players can compete in up to 8 rounds, with each game capped at 15 minutes—a win, loss, or draw must be decided within that time. Results are tracked each round, and the player with the highest overall score will be crowned the winner.


And yes—there are prizes on the line.

🥇 1st Place: Cash prize

🥈 2nd Place: Cash prize

🥉 3rd Place: Gift card


Whether you’re a seasoned player chasing the top spot or just here to enjoy chess in a social setting, this night is all about good energy, sharp moves, and friendly competition.


♟️🍹 Play casually. Compete seriously. Make your Monday night count. 🍹♟️

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Weary Livers, 2819 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, United States

Tickets

USD 17.85 to USD 28.52

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