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Geilo Sjakkdager takes place on 13–15 November 2026 at Dr. Holms Hotel in Geilo, Norway. Hallingskarvet Sjakklubb, in cooperation with Søråshøgda Sjakklubb, welcomes children and adults to a weekend of six chess tournaments.

The weekend begins with pub chess on Friday evening. Saturday features an open school chess championship, an 11-round FIDE-rated rapid chess marathon and pub chess with time odds. On Sunday, there will be Barnas Grand Prix (Children's Grand Prix) and an 11-round FIDE-rated blitz tournament.

Both beginners and experienced tournament players are welcome. The school championship is open to kindergarten children and pupils in grades 1–10, including those from outside Hol municipality. No chess club membership or player licence is required for this event. The pub chess tournaments are open to adults aged 18 and over. Barnas Grand Prix requires a valid player licence or direct membership in the Norwegian Chess Federation (NSF), while the FIDE-rated tournaments require a valid NSF player licence.

All tournaments take place at Dr. Holms Hotel. Participants booking two nights can take advantage of a special rate of NOK 1,900 in total, including breakfast. Mention "Geilo Sjakkdager" when booking.

Visit geilosjakk.no for the full programme, entry fees and registration details.