The Atlantic Chess Association (ACA) is proud to organize the '3rd Annual MLK Day Open' Chess Tournament and all side events.

For a complete list of events click HERE.

WHEN

Saturday, January 16, 2027

WHERE

Dallas/Addison Marriott Quorum by the Galleria

14901 Dallas Parkway Dallas, Texas, USA, 75254

REGISTRATION

Online registration is highly recommended. Please note that caissachess.net tournament management software is used only for registration. Other Information such as bye requests, standings and pairings can be found on Chessroster.com (Old SwissSys) closer to the tournament date.  

SCHEDULE

Nine Rounds Swiss

There is only one section: Open.

First round at approx. 8:00 PM, subsequent rounds occur as soon as possible.

Time control: G/3+2

PRIZES

Guaranteed prizes: 

1st Prize - $125, 

2nd Prize - $75, 

Class Prize U1800 - $50

ENTRY FEE

$30 by 1/15.

$35 on 1/16.

All entry fee deadlines are in EST.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Players without a FIDE ID:

Please send the following information to us as soon as possible so that we can request a FIDE ID for you.

Name (Lastname, Firstname)

US Chess ID (8-digit ID)

DOB (mm/dd/yyyy)

Federation

Email (FIDE requires unique address)

Gender (M/F selection)

USA ID OK? (Y/N selection)

Everyone needs a FIDE ID so that we can submit the tournament report. 

CONTACT

Email: director@atlanticchessassociation.com