FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 27, 2025
Chess Tournament Contact: Armen Ambartsoumian
Email: AmericanChessAcademy@gmail.com
City Media Contact: Communications and Community Relations
Email: Communications@GlendaleCA.gov
Phone: (818) 548-3342
Glendale to Host the 2025 Southern California Open Chess Tournament
Glendale, CA — The City of Glendale is proud to serve as the host city for the Southern California Open Chess Tournament, taking place August 29 – September 1, 2025, at the Embassy Suites in Glendale. With over $50,000 in prize funds, the tournament is open to players of all levels, from beginners to grandmasters.
Organized by dot818, the Southern California Chess Federation and the American Chess Academy, this event is expected to draw chess enthusiasts and master-level players from across the nation.
With its deep-rooted chess culture and a local community of players, Glendale is proud to carry the tradition forward and host this championship. The event will feature multiple competitive sections, including master, expert, and amateur divisions.
“The Southern California Open Chess Tournament has a long-standing reputation for high-level play and great competition. I’m excited to see it hosted in Glendale,” said Tatev Abrahamyan, Woman Grandmaster USA.
Joining Abrahamyan at the tournament are several internationally recognized players, including:
For more information on the Southern California Open Chess Tournament and how to get involved, visit AChessAcademy.org or contact Armen Ambartsoumian at AmericanChessAcademy@gmail.com.
Dates: August 29 – September 1, 2025
Location: Embassy Suites, Glendale, CA
Open to: Players of all levels, from beginners to masters
Requirements: US Chess Federation membership required, Southern California Chess Federation (SCCF) membership also required for Southern California residents
Event Features: Prize funds, rated sections, special youth and amateur categories
Registration: Participants must register in advance to secure a spot
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About the Southern California Open Chess Tournament
This Tournament has been a premier event for competitive chess players for over three decades, drawing top talent from across the country, and is known for its rigorous competition, high-caliber participants, and strong tradition of fostering chess excellence.
About Glendale
Known as the “Jewel City,” Glendale is the fourth largest city in Los Angeles County. With a population of nearly 200,000, Glendale is a thriving, culturally diverse city that supports world-class events and community engagement. The City continues to invest in public spaces, recreation, and cultural programming that elevate quality of life for residents and visitors alike. Visit GlendaleCA.gov for more information and follow us on social media @MyGlendale.
