The Irish Chess Union

Wicklow Junior Chess Tournament 2026 is on 20th June.

The 35th Drogheda Chess Congress took place recently over the June Bank Holiday Weekend. See the full report here.

To facilitate players using public transport, the final round on Sunday 7th will be at 14:30 instead of 15:00

The Éanna Open All-Play-Alls are taking place next week June 12th-14th. Weekender tournament with multiple tight groups of 6 players with similar ratings! Enter here.

Do not forget to register to Ennis Congress. Competitive FIDE rated Sections with no more than 300 point differences.

Event page here. Pairings available on chess-results. Follow the action on e-Boards here.

Prize Money increased for Grading Prizes and Best Woman in each section. Grading Prize Bands now available in Conditions.

See here a report on the recently concluded Mick Germaine Cup 2026

Early Bird entry now open for 50+ and 65+ Weekender during the 2026 Irish Championships.

Enter here by 30 June for Early Bird rates.