Event Overview
La Palma Chess Club
Winter 2026/2027 Schedule
Nov. 6 through Jan. 29, 2027
| Friday | Rnd | Session/Tournament | Fee* | Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ------------ | --- | All 13 weeks | $70/$50 | tbd |
| 11/6/2026 | - | CLOSED | - | - |
| 11/13/2026 | 1 | Winter26 Open | Incl | - |
| 11/20/2026 | 2 | Winter26 Open | Incl | - |
| 11/27/2026 | - | CLOSED | - | - |
| 12/4/2026 | 3 | Winter26 Open | Incl | - |
| 12/11/2026 | 4 | Winter26 Open | Incl | - |
| 12/18/2026 | 5 | Winter26 Open | Incl | - |
| 12/25/2026 | - | CLOSED | - | - |
| 1/1/2027 | - | CLOSED | - | - |
| 1/8/2027 | 1 | Winter 26 Divisional | Incl | - |
| 1/15/2027 | 2 | Winter 26 Divisional | Incl | - |
| 1/22/2027 | 3 | Winter 26 Divisional | Incl | - |
| 1/29/2027 | 4 | Winter 26 Divisional | Incl | - |
* $20 lower fee for players that are La Palma residents
Note: increase passed by La Palma City Council.
Entry Fee
$70 for the session which includes both tournaments. All fees $20 less for La Palma residents.
Advance Registration
Advance registration here. LPCC is limited to 80 players due to the COVID epidemic. So, those interested in playing are strongly encouraged to take advantage of advance registration and register early. Be advised that LPCC events have sold out on or before round 1.
USCF Membership
Since all tournament games are USCF rated, players must have an active USCF membership to play in tournaments. See Tournament Director to get assistance on this.
Tournament Details
LPCC Winter26 Open
A 5-Round Swiss in one section.
No game on Nov. 6 and Nov. 27
Prizes:
- 1st. Place: $300
- 2nd. Place: $150
- 3rd. Place: $75
- Best A Player: $50
- Best B Player: $50
- Best C/below Player: $50
Registration: 5:00 - 5:30 p.m.
Rounds: Rounds start at 6 p.m.
Time control: Game/1:55, d/5
Byes: One half-point bye allowed.
7821 Walker St.
La Palma, CA 90623
United States