Witness the nation's top players compete in the 2026 American Cup, with daily tickets just $25 ($10 for STLCC annual members) including playing hall access and a viewing area with light refreshments. Commemorate the event with a customized vinyl board or a tournament branded item. Secure your limited, standing-room-only ticket now for this premier chess event!
DAY 1 TICKET | Tuesday, March 3
Match 1-4 Game 1 (Champions Bracket)12:00 PM DailyClassical Chess | Both Fields | Playing Hall Access
DAY 2 TICKET | Wednesday, March 4
Match 1-4 Game 2 (Champions Bracket)Match 1-4 Blitz Playoff if necessary (Champions Bracket)12:00 PM DailyClassical Chess | Both Fields | Playing Hall Access
DAY 3 TICKET | Thursday, March 5
Match 7-8 Game 1 (Champions Bracket)Match 5-6 Game 1 (Elimination Bracket)Match 5-6 Game 2 (Elimination Bracket)Match 5-6 Blitz Playoff if necessary (Elimination Bracket)12:00 PM DailyClassical & Rapid Chess | Both Fields | Playing Hall Access
DAY 4 TICKET | Friday, March 6
Match 7-8 Game 2 (Champions Bracket)Match 7-8 Blitz Playoff if necessary (Champions Bracket)12:00 PM DailyClassical Chess | Both Fields | Playing Hall Access
DAY 5 TICKET | Saturday, March 7
Match 11 Game 1 (Champions Bracket)Match 9-10 Game 1 (Elimination Bracket)Match 9-10 Game 2 (Elimination Bracket)Match 9-10 Blitz Playoff if necessary (Elimination Bracket)12:00 PM DailyClassical & Rapid Chess | Both Fields | Playing Hall Access
DAY 6 TICKET | Sunday, March 8
Match 11 Game 2 (Champions Bracket)Match 11 Blitz Playoff if necessary (Champions Bracket)Match 12 Game 1 (Elimination Bracket)Match 12 Game 2 (Elimination Bracket)Match 12 Blitz Playoff if necessary (Elimination Bracket)12:00 PM DailyClassical & Rapid Chess | Both Fields | Playing Hall Access
DAY 7 TICKET | Monday, March 9
Match 13 Game 1 (Elimination Bracket)Match 13 Game 2 (Elimination Bracket)Match 13 Blitz Playoff if necessary (Elimination Bracket)12:00 PM DailyRapid Chess | Both Fields | Playing Hall Access
DAY 8 TICKET | Tuesday, March 10
Match 14 Game 1 (Champions Bracket)12:00 PM DailyClassical Chess | Both Fields | Playing Hall Access
DAY 9 TICKET | Wednesday, March 11
Match 14 Game 2 (Champions Bracket)Match 14 Blitz Playoff if necessary (Champions Bracket)12:00 PM DailyClassical Chess | Both Fields | Playing Hall Access
DAY 10 TICKET | Thursday, March 12
Only if elimination bracket is needed, Rapid Grand FinalsMatch 15 Game 1 (Champions Bracket)Match 15 Game 2 (Champions Bracket)Match 15 Blitz Playoff if necessary (Champions Bracket)12:00 PM DailyRapid Chess | Both Fields | Playing Hall Access
Choose from official tournament boards and official apparel to take home.
2026 AMERICAN CUP OPEN SECTION - CHESS VINYL BOARD
2026 AMERICAN CUP WOMEN SECTION - CHESS VINYL BOARD
2026 AMERICAN CUP | Tournament Half Zip - Men's Sizings
2026 AMERICAN CUP | Tournament Full Zip - Women's Sizings
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Yes. A limited number of tickets are available for the American Cup. Visit saintlouischessclub.org to learn more and purchase tickets.
Daily tickets are just $25 ($10 for STLCC annual members) including playing hall access.
A ticket guarantees entry during the tournament rounds, but seating is not provided — it will be standing room only.
We are limiting the number of spectators in the tournament hall. A select number of tickets will be made available for each day of the American Cup.
Access to the tournament hall during major events is only open to ticketed guests and is not included with any Saint Louis Chess Club membership. However, all members and guests are welcome to tour the tournament hall when events are not in session. Annual members receive a discounted price on tickets.
Yes! Annual STLCC members receive discounted ticket pricing ($10/day vs. $25/day) as well as discounts on event merchandise.
Yes! STLCC members can still come to the club, play chess, join a tournament, take a class, book a private lesson, and possibly even see a famous Grandmaster!
All American Cup tournament rounds begin at 12:00 PM daily.
Yes, the tournament schedule is finalized. The 2026 American Cup runs March 3–12, 2026. More information can be found on our website at saintlouischessclub.org.
There are no official meet and greet sessions, but you are welcome to wait at the Club entrance before and after rounds to try and meet the players and get autographs.
Yes! The American Cup will be available to watch on the STLChessClub YouTube and Twitch channels. Just search STLChessClub on YouTube or Twitch to find us.
No food or drink is allowed in the tournament hall. Light refreshments will be available for ticket holders in a specially marked area within the Chess Club.
Cellphones, personal cameras, and smart watches are not allowed in the tournament halls during the tournaments. Members of the media should email [email protected] regarding media access.
The grand re-opening of the STLCC has happened in phases. Tournaments returned to the STLCC this past October, and other features — including the Noble Crown restaurant — will open in the coming months.
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