Chess Clubs in
New York City
Find chess clubs and playing communities across New York City — from historic competitive institutions to neighborhood meetups and social gatherings.
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Competitive Clubs
One of the most established chess clubs in the United States, and a central hub for competitive play in NYC, offering rated tournaments, training, classes, and a strong competitive environment.
Local & Community Clubs
(Jackson Heights)
Informal Queens-based chess venue with strong regular players and consistent competitive play.
(Canarsie)
Community-run club offering regular meetups and casual play in a neighborhood setting.
The longest-running chess club in Queens. USCF-rated tournaments every Friday night in Floral Park.
Active community chess club in Jamaica, Queens with weekly club sessions and Saturday library events.
Weekly social chess meetup hosted at Nook café, open to all levels. NYCR-rated club with tournaments and casual play.
Community-driven chess meetups held across different locations in North Brooklyn. Free and open to all.
Social chess collective organizing rotating pop-up events and meetups across NYC. Known for a younger, artistic crowd.
Community chess group with regular weekly meetups in the Bushwick / Ridgewood area of Brooklyn.