Books & Rooks Sunday Blitz at Central Library

Schedule

Sun Oct 19 2025 at 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Indianapolis Public Library - Central Library | Indianapolis, IN

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A free blitz tournament with USCF rated and unrated sections. Free and open to all. In partnership w Summit Chess Club and Cloud City Youth.
About this Event

*Play begins Promptly at 2pm! Please arrive 15-30 minutes early to confirm your registration!!

Rated (USCF) and Unrated Sections

Unrated

One section for all players. Prizes for top 3 players, along with Door Prizes. Perfect for first time tournament players or those who do not wish to join the United States Chess Federation (USCF).

4 double rounds (play same opponent twice per round; once as white and once as black) with a 5 minute time control for each player.

Pairings partially weighted by player self reported skill level (beginner, intermediate, or advanced); i.e., players rate their own skill level.

5 minute time control

Rated

USCF Membership Required.

1 Section with Class Prizes based on rating (classes and sections may change due to number of registered players). All ages.

4 double rounds (play same opponent twice per round; once as white and once as black) with a 5 minute time control for each player.

See these links for a guide to chess tournament rules and etiquette and this guide for parents of scholastic players.

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Where is it happening?

Indianapolis Public Library - Central Library, 40 East Saint Clair Street, Indianapolis, United States

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Tickets

USD 0.00

IndyPL, Books & Rooks, Cloud City Youth, Summit Chess

Host or Publisher IndyPL, Books & Rooks, Cloud City Youth, Summit Chess

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