Events
The ICA hosts Chess events throught the state of Idaho including Tournaments, Chess Camps, Clubs and Lessons.
Clubs
Chess Clubs are often the heart and soul of the chess community and the ICA Supports many accross the state.
Education
The ICA believes that Chess is much more than a game, it is an Education tool as well. Chess can cultivate essential developmental skills.
About
Our Core Belief The Idaho Chess Association (ICA) is dedicated to fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and growing chess community across the entire state.
Proudly Serving Idaho since 1947
Upcoming Events
Date: May 16th 2026 Location: The NeighborHub Times: Check-in: 8:00-8:30 am Round Times: 9:00 am continuous. Format: 5SS G/45;d5 US Chess Rated Registrants must be 50 years or older and an Idaho Resident. Be pared to show a valid ID showing birthday and address. Registration: $30 pre-registration, $40 on-site. $25 for ICA Members. Email us if your registration is free. USChess Membership Required. Over 65 years old, IMs, FMs, GMs free. Read Policies for ICA events before registering. Prizes: Winner is named Idaho’s Representative to the John T. Irwin National Tournament of Senior State Champions to be held during the U.S. Open. Games: Chess sets provided, clocks provided. No Insufficient Losing Chances rule. TD: Jeff Roland Byes: Maximum 1-half point bye in any round, must commit before round 2 is paired. Ties: Solkoff, Cumulative, Cumulative Opposition, Mod. Med. Thank you for supporting the Idaho Chess Association. **By entering the tournament, permission is given to the organizers to use photos for publicity and news on the World Wide Web, newspapers, and literature. And you are assuming all the risks associated with over-the-board tournaments. ** Registration: $30 pre-registration, $40 on-site. Prizes: 1st-3rd place $150, $100, $75.00 Questions: events@idahochess.net
Format: 4SS G/45; d5 Registration: $30 pre-registration, $40 on-site. Prizes: 1st-3rd place $150, $100, $75.00 Questions: events@idahochess.net
Location: Riverside Hotel, 2900 W Chinden Blvd., Boise.
**** NOTE: THIS IS A TWO DAY EVENT ***
Times: check-in: 9-9:30 am
Round Times: Saturday 10 am, 2:00 pm, 5:00 pm
Sunday 10 am, 2:00 pm
Format: 5SS G/90;d5
US Chess Rated
Open section and U1400
Registration:: $60 per player Pre-registration, $50 for ICA , $40 for Scholastic —— $60 for any onsite registrations.
ICA & US Chess Required. Other state affiliates accepted.
Over 65 years old Idaho Residents, IMs, FMs, GM free.
Read Policies for ICA events before registering.
Prizes: 1st place plaque, 1st-3rd place $300, $200, $100 & U1400 1st-3rd place $100, $75, $50.
Other: Chess sets and clocks provided. No Insufficient Losing Chances rule.
TD: TBD
Byes: Maximum 1-half point bye in any round, must commit before round 2 is paired.
Ties: Solkoff, Cumulative, Cumulative Opposition, Mod. Med.
Thank you for supporting the Idaho Chess Association.
**By entering the tournament, permission is given to the organizers to use photos for publicity and news on the World Wide Web, newspapers, and literature. And you are assuming all the risks associated with over-the-board tournaments. **
US Chess Membership Required
Open
US Chess required.
Idaho Res. over 65 years old 50% off
IMs, GMs free.
Pre-Registration deadline is Thursday before the tournament.
US Chess Membership Required
Open
US Chess required.
Idaho Res. over 65 years old 50% off
IMs, GMs free.
Pre-Registration deadline is Thursday before the tournament.
