November 24 – November 30, 2025
Main Tournament
Classical Time Controls
- NORMS possible for Championship Section (9 Rounds)
- FIDE and US Chess rated for Open, Expert*, and Section A*
- 4-days or 3-days available for the Expert, Sections A-C, and Under 1400
Scholastic
For Players in K-12th Grade
- Trophies for individuals and teams
- Three divisions: Novice, Junior Varsity, and Varsity
- Only Friday, Saturday, or Sunday
Side Events
Short on Time? Join a Side Event
- Chess Camp – Monday to Wednesday 10 to 3 pm
- Grandmaster Simul Exhibition – Friday 6:30 pm
- Grandmaster Lecture – Saturday & Sunday
- Blitz Tournament – Saturday 9:30 pm
- Action Tournament- Sunday 12:00 pm
LATEST POSTS
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Thanksgiving Dinner Menu at the Hyatt
We’re excited to share that the Hyatt Regency Orange County will be offering a plated Thanksgiving dinner this year—beautifully crafted and perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a warm, flavorful, and relaxing holiday meal without the stress of prep, cooking, and cleanup! 📜 Thanksgiving Dinner Menu The featured menu includes a delicious main course with
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Grandmaster Lectures by GM Melik Khachiyan
We are excited to announce that during the American Open, we will have two lectures by Grandmaster Melik Khachiyan, 8 -time American Open Champion, FIDE Trainer, 2023 US Senior Champion, and Head Coach for the US Women’s Olympic Chess Team! Sign up now to save your seat! GM Lecture with Melik Khachiyan $10.00 – $25.00
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Looking for Something Fun for Your Kids This Thanksgiving Week? Try Chess Camp!
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and while it is a great time for family, food, and fun — it can also mean some free time for kids during the beginning of the week. If you’re wondering how to keep your child engaged, learning, and having a great time during the break, we have the
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Grandmaster Simultaneous Exhibition at the American Open
Featuring Guinness World Record Holder GM Ehsan Ghaem Maghami Get ready for the opportunity to play a Grandmaster! The American Open Chess Championship is hosting a Simultaneous Exhibition with Grandmaster Ehsan Ghaem Maghami, the Guinness World Record Holder for the most simultaneous chess games ever played. He will play against multiple players at the same
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🎉 Exclusive Disneyland Ticket Offer for American Open Attendees
We’re thrilled to share that we now have a specially-priced Disneyland® Resort Theme Park tickets exclusively for American Open attendees, their friends, and family to enjoy before, during or after the tournament week! Important Dates to Note: Please Note: These specially priced tickets are for sale only to individuals attending the event, for use only by
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Get in on the Action! The Action Tournament That Is
Join the Action Tournament This Thanksgiving Weekend! Are you a chess enthusiast with limited time but a big appetite for competition? Look no further than the Action Tournament, a thrilling one-day side event of the 60th American Open. This quick-paced tournament (Game 30 min/5 sec delay) offers the perfect opportunity to test your skills and
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