WHEN

Saturday, July 04, 2026

WHERE

Washington Dulles Airport Marriott

45020 Aviation Dr, Dulles, VA 20166

Please note that the hotel offers FREE parking during the day and a FREE shuttle to/from the terminal every 15 mins. It is conveniently located on the Silver line Metro station. Players can use Washington Dulles Airport road (NO TOLL) to reach the venue.

REGISTRATION

Online registration is highly recommended. This is a Non-rated event. US Chess Bughouse rules apply. Please enter names of both teammates in the Comments/Bye Requests text area while registering. 

SECTIONS 

Open section - Players of any age can play in the bughouse tournament.

4 rounds of double games (4DSS)

Teams will play TWO games in one round: against the same opposing team with alternating colors. Total of 2 points for every round. The maximum score for the tournament is 8.

Pairings are based on the average team ratings. Team ratings are calculated from the two players’ July 2026 standard US Chess rating.

SCHEDULE

The first round starts at 3:30 PM and subsequent rounds occur as soon as possible.

TIME CONTROL 

All games are G/5 

Forfeit Time (All Sections): 5 minutes

PRIZES

Each player on the winning team gets a trophy. 

ENTRY FEE

$10 per player. Cash only. Payable onsite.

CONTACT

Email: director@atlanticchessassociation.com