Scholastic chess · Charlotte, North Carolina

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Scholastic Chess Association

Helping young people discover the joy of chess and the community it creates.

2026–27 school year

A different tournament season

CMSCA is not hosting chess tournaments during the 2026–27 school year. We’re still glad to share opportunities hosted by schools in our community.

Around our community

Community tournaments

These events are organized by the schools named in each listing. Please check with the organizer for the latest details.

Hosted and managed by St. Mark

St. Mark K–12 Scholastic Fall Chess Tournament

A free, unrated tournament for students in kindergarten through 12th grade, including homeschool, public, private, and parochial school students.

Date & time Saturday, November 7, 2026 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Location St. Mark 14750 Stumptown Rd
Huntersville, NC 28078
Entry Free Grades K–12

St. Mark registration

St. Mark hosts and manages this tournament and its registration. CMSCA is sharing the listing; CMSCA is not the event host or operator.

Register with St. Mark

Opens St. Mark’s Google form. Confirm check-in instructions and any changes there before attending.

Our mission

A place for young minds to grow

CMSCA is a nonprofit that helps make chess and related learning opportunities accessible to young people in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg area. We believe chess can build curiosity, confidence, and connection.

Contact CMSCA about our organization