Independence Day Scholastic Tournament

Washington Dulles Airport Marriott
45020 Aviation Dr, Dulles, VA 20166

July 5, 2025

Rounds start at 9:00 AM, next round as soon as all games in a section finish.

Sections: K-12, K-8, K-5, and K-3

Note: Independence Day Open (July 2- July 6) is for both adults and children, whereas the Independence Day Scholastic Tournament (1-day event) is only open to scholastic players.

Click here to view details about the longer time control Independence Day Open: https://caissachess.net/online-registration/index/5646

Trophies will be awarded to the top three finishers in each section. Players with minimum 2.5 points will get a medal. 

Participant ribbons to all remaining players.

Time control: G/30;d5.

Limit two half-point byes. Byes must be committed 1 hr before Round 2

Entry fee: $40 by 05/31, $45 by 06/30, $50 on or after 07/01 (on-site registration closes 30 minutes before round 1)

Registration Link: https://caissachess.net/online-registration/index/5752

Boards and pieces will be provided. Please bring chess clocks if you have them.

Withdrawals are subject to a $10 processing fee.

This tournament is USCF-rated.