Széchenyi István Memorial Chess Tournament 2025

  • Balaton Leisure and Conference Center

Event details

Location
Balaton Leisure and Conference Center
Date

Chess and remembrance – in the footsteps of Széchenyi in Balatonfüred

The Széchenyi István Memorial Chess Tournament is a fast-paced, amateur-style competition offering an opportunity for young players and hobbyists to compete. The event aims to honor István Széchenyi—who was himself an active chess player—within a sporting framework. In addition to intellectual challenge, the tournament also provides a sense of community.

Program Preview and Registration Information

The tournament takes place in a single day and follows a seven-round Swiss system. Players compete in three age-based groups:

  • Children’s Group: born after January 1, 2011
  • Youth Group: born before January 1, 2011, up to age 18
  • Amateur Group: adults with a FIDE rating below 1950

Registration is free and can be completed in advance via email or on-site.

Registration and details here

Description source: the official announcement.