7 - 8 June 2025
Brielpoort, Deinze
The 2nd Chess & Mates Festival will be part of a four-day celebration of chess, organized in collaboration with Karpov Deinze, which is proudly celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. This special edition brings together Chess & Mates’ vibrant approach with the rich history of one of Belgium’s most respected chess clubs.
What to do at the Chess & Mates festival ?
Saturday 7 june 2025
On Saturday Chess & Mates will host a large-scale tournament for beginners & casual players with two leagues based on elo rating of the participants (rookies and masters).
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.
Sunday 8 June 2025
On Sunday, the Chess & Kids Tournament will take center stage, offering a fun and accessible chess competition tailored specifically for young players.
Children will be divided into groups of at least 8 players according to their age and chess level. Each participant will receive a medal and a personalised photo during the award ceremony.