7 June 2025

2nd Chess & Mates Festival

Brielpoort, Deinze

Our casual tournament will feature two leagues based on the Elo ratings of participants. The Master League is for players with an Elo rating between 1500 and 2000. The Rookie League is specifically for players who either have no Elo rating or possess an Elo rating below 1500.

Tickets

  • €20

Chess & Mates Festival Rookie League

Casual chess tournament for players < 1500 elo

  • €12

Chess & Mates Festival Rookie League <25Y

Youth ticket for players under 25 years old. Casual chess tournament for players <1500 elo.

  • €20

Chess & Mates Festival Masters League

Casual chess tournament for players between 1500 elo and 2000 elo.

  • €12

Chess & Mates Festival Masters League <25Y

Youth ticket for players under 25 years old. Casual chess tournament for players between 1500 elo and 2000 elo.

Tournament Information

Prices

The winners of both leagues will earn a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take part in an extraordinary challenge—facing Belgium’s top player, Daniel Dardha, as he attempts to break the world record by playing against 50 opponents simultaneously.

Agenda

10h: Registration

10h30: First Round

11h15: Second Round

12h: Third Round

12h30: Lunch Break

14h: Fourth Round

14h45: Fifth Round

15h30: Sixth Round

16h15: Seventh Round

17h: Finals

17h30: Price ceremony

Rules

The tournament will not follow a knock-out system, meaning all players will get to play a full 7 rounds, regardless of their performance. The games will be played using a time control of 10 minutes, with a 3-second increment per move.

If, after 7 rounds, two or more players are tied with the same number of points, the winners will be decided through Armageddon games.

Practical Information

Venue

Lucien Matthyslaan 9 (Brielpoort)

9800 Deinze

500 parking places

12 minutes walk from the station.

Restauration

The Ches Club Karpov Deinze provides lunch options as well as dinner for players and visitors. Reservation in advance is required.

Additionally, a variety of snacks and drinks will be available at the bar throughout the event.

Other activities at the Festival

On the same day, professionnal players will compete for the title of Belgian Blitz Champion. Between rounds, participants and spectators will have the opportunity to watch these professionals in action and experience high-level blitz chess up close. Additionally, a chess-themed art exhibition will be on display, offering a unique cultural perspective on the game.