You’re invited to our Family Chess Fest!

10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Saturday, May 31
chicago’s Tuley Park (501 e. 90th place, chicago)

Let’s kick off summer and celebrate with a community get-together! Join us on Saturday, May 31 at Tuley Park for our first-ever Family Chess Fest — a community fundraiser full of fun, games, and good vibes.

Whether you're a chess enthusiast or just looking for a great way to spend the day with your family, there's something here for everyone:

♟️ Friendly outdoor chess games for all ages
🧠 FREE chess lessons at the top of every hour
🎵 Music, food trucks, and local vendors
🎨 Arts activities, face painting, and balloon art
🪙 Silent Auction, 50/50 Raffle & chess merchandise
💛 And plenty of opportunities to support free chess programs for youth across Chicago!

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Get your FREE ticket!

Admission is free, but we’re asking everyone to pay what they can. Every donation goes straight to helping kids discover confidence and critical thinking through chess. We’d be thrilled to see you there—bring a friend, bring your kids, or just come hang out!