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Welcome to the Roanoke Valley Chess Club
The Official Hub for All Things Chess in Roanoke, VA!

1st Annual Blue Ridge Open!

USCF membership required! Join/renew your membership here

Note: Our regularly scheduled Saturday club meeting on June 14th will be cancelled in observance of this event.

WHEN: June 13-15th

WHERE: 3315 Ordway Dr NW, Roanoke, VA 24017

$1800 Prize Fund!

Join Us!

Our Passion for Chess

Welcome to the Roanoke Valley Chess Club, a hub for chess enthusiasts in Roanoke, Virginia. Our mission is to foster a vibrant chess community in the area, promoting the intellectual and social benefits of this timeless game.

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Events

We compile all Roanoke Valley chess events in one place—most hosted or endorsed by us.


Browse tournaments, lectures, and meetups. Don’t miss your chance to challenge masters or learn from experts!

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Join Us!

Become a part of the happenings of the Roanoke Valley Chess Club by becoming a Member, by following our Facebook page, and by joining our public Discord!

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For now we offer only a basic membership which provides the ability to vote on club proceedings at our business meetings, but we are working on developing additional membership tiers with various perks (merch, chess equipment, etc.).

 

Stay tuned!

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Please note: Becoming a member is NOT required to come play at our regular club meetings. Our regular meetings remain open to everyone, at no cost, in perpetuity.

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Support Our Cause
Your support helps the Roanoke Valley Chess Club continue its mission to bring the joy and strategic depth of chess to our community. By donating, you are empowering the next generation of thinkers and leaders through the timeless game of chess. Together, we can enhance youth engagement and cultivate a thriving chess culture in the Roanoke Valley.
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