Iowa City Block Party Blitz and Bullet Chess Tournament

Saturday June 22th 2024

US Chess Rated 6 round swiss G/5, D2, Top 10 players will then compete in a 5 round bullet double swiss G1 No Delay to determine the champion.

Non US Chess Rated tournament also held concurrently for non US Chess Members

Where:  In front of the Java House , 211 1/2 E. Jefferson St, Iowa City, IA 52240  YES WE ARE PLAYING IN THE STREET!

Reg: 4:15pm to 4:45pm or email evigil@gmail.com in advance

Rounds: 5:00pm then as soon as possible until Approx. 6:30pm then the top 10 players will start the Bullet Chess Finals

Entry Fee: Free (must be US Chess Member for championship section)

Prize Info:  Trophy for first place, $10 gift cards given as raffle prizes.

US Chess Federation (USCF) membership required:  NOT AVAILABLE ONSITE. 

Additional Info:   Boards and clocks will be provided.  Bring your own clock if possible. Tents present to protect from sun and  rain.  Will be playing outside.  Failure to be present for round 1 will cause loss and withdrawal from tournament, talk to TD onsite for re-entry.  Boards and pieces will be set up for casual play.  Unrated tournament also available for non US Chess Members.

Contact:  Eric G. Vigil 319-621-3116 evigil@gmail.com for questions.