Upcoming Events
Beginner workshop at Wesley Willows
The Wesley Willows “Checkmates” Chess Club invites the Rockford community to a free beginner friendly Chess workshop! Workshops include one hour lessons followed by discussion & supervised play
Location: Wesley Willows Castle town center - 4142 Johns Farm rd, Rockford, Il, 61101.
Domingos en el parque
Rockford Chess celebrates the Rockford Chess legends! We’ll have a vendor booth along with space for Open PLay! No experience needed.
Tournament TBA
Location: Levings Park, 1420 S. Pierpont Ave., Rockford, IL 61102
Maze Books Chess Club returns!
Maze Books Chess Club returns from a month-long hiatus!
Open Play available for all levels & ages! Equipment is provided.
Wired Cafe: Chess Pop-up
Rockford Chess & Wired Cafe bring you a Chess pop-up event!
Grab a coffee & enjoy a game of Chess! No reservation needed. Equipment is provided. All ages / All levels are welcomed
Wesley Willows "Check Mates" Chess Club Workshop
Open to the public! Wesley Willows hosts FREE chess workshops for residents and local community members of all skill levels. Workshops include one hour of lessons followed by supervised play.
2026 Wesley Willows January Open Chess Tournament
Open to the residents of Wesley Willows and Chess players around the Rockford area!
Please bring board & clock if you can. Limited supplies available.
Entry: Free
G/30, 4 rounds, SS
Round one starts at 10am
Trophies go to top 3 players