Chess meetups in Switzerland

Open chess games across Switzerland: 2 public meetups and casual club events are announced right now, in cafés, parks and club rooms, free and open to every level. Each entry links to its page with the details; the Chessmates app adds the map, RSVPs and players near you.

Tournaments are listed separately.

Zurich · 2

• freies Spiel
  19. Okt 2026, 20:00 · Tertianum Residenz Im Brühl, Kappenbühlweg 11, Zurich · Schachclub Zürich Höngg
• freies Spiel
  30. Nov 2026, 20:00 · Tertianum Residenz Im Brühl, Kappenbühlweg 11, Zurich · Schachclub Zürich Höngg

What is a chess meetup?

An open get-together to play chess in a café, park or community space, announced by a player or a club on Chessmates. Free, usually without registration, for every level. Whoever comes, plays.

Do I need to sign up?

Mostly not; an RSVP in the app helps the host plan and shows you who else is coming. Club nights welcome guests too; a short note beforehand is appreciated.

How do I start my own meetup?

In the Chessmates app in two minutes: place, time and a sentence. Players nearby see it at once, on the map too, and it appears here and on your city's page.

How do I find an opponent when no meetup is on?

With the "available" switch in the app: propose a game to a player nearby, or answer an open request.

About Chessmates

Chessmates is the platform for over-the-board chess in Switzerland: find meetups, discover clubs, play tournaments. Free for players and clubs.