Pacific Southwest Open 2026

Pacific Southwest Open: Don't miss one of the biggest tournaments of the summer.

Date & TIME
07/03/2026 10:00 AM - 07/05/2026 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
$165
Location
Riverside Convention Center: 3637 5th St Riverside, CA 92501

Overview

Day & Knight Chess is excited to host the Pacific Southwest Open at the Riverside Convention Center from July 3–5, featuring a $15,000 prize pool, 6 rated rounds, and both 2- and 3-day schedule options for players of all levels. Don’t miss one of the biggest tournaments of the summer!

Description

All Pacific Southwest Open participants now receive:

✅Grandmaster Lecture with GM Kirk Ghazarian
✅ Blitz Tournament Entry
✅ Complimentary snacks & beverages
✅ Complimentary coffee
✅ Complimentary WiFi

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