# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 Michigan Open
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Mon, 07 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Courtyard by Marriott
11 Monroe Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI, 49503

Directions:
No Outside Food is allowed in the Conference Space per contract including playing area & skittles space. Food purchased from the hotel will be allowed.
Concessions will be available 9:30am-4:30pm (or longer if traffic permits): https://drive.google.com/file/d/10b9LoCvfWDz0qT0ZKqQSwWhzKyztlZhV/view?usp=sharing
Bistro Restaurant in hotel: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dw2frW2A0jNE_7mO1FZoJLADMlEYL_oh/view?usp=sharing

$149 + tax by August 11, 2026 to guarantee rate
Hotel Website Link: https://book.passkey.com/event/51128324/owner/3365238/home
Call 888-236-2427 & identify yourself as part of Michigan Open Chess Championship 2026 group.
Hotel Guests receive half-price parking ($17/day).
Let us know if you are staying at the hotel for the tournament as our conference room space rate is based on room nights sold.

Format:
7-SS: Open (1800+ or with Play Up Fee), Reserve (under 1800 or Unrated)
4-day and 3-day schedules available for Open & Reserve sections
Open Section FIDE Rated (4-day Time Control Games Only)
Chief TD for Open & Reserve Sections will be ANTD Michael Schulte

8-SS: Booster (under 1200)
2-day schedule (Sat & Sun) for Booster section, NO Monday Games

Up to 2 Half-Points Byes in all rounds but the final round. Must request before Rd 4. Byes are requests to not play that round, do not select during registration if you wish to play all games.

USCF membership required. MCA membership required for Michigan residents.
Both memberships can be purchased on the tournament registration website. Purchasing USCF memberships during registration benefits the MCA.
September USCF Rating Supplement will be used for section eligibility, pairings, and prizes

Printable Flier: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LL4GJfa2Q0t1i7A0U3VanR9YxuMplash/view?usp=sharing

Time Control:
Open/Reserve 4-day: G/100+30 (scorekeeping required for entire game)
Players in must arrive within 60 minutes after start time for round or be forfeited and withdrawn from event.
Open/Reserve 3-day: Rounds 1&2, G/60;d10 then merge
Booster (2-day): G/30;d5 (all games)

Rounds:
4-day: Rd 1: 9/4 7:00pm, Rd 2: 9/5 10:00am
3-day: Rd 1: 9/5 9:30am, Rd 2: 9/5 12:30pm
Combined: Rd 3: 9/5 7:00pm, Rd 4: 9/6 10:00am, Rd 5: 9/6 6:00pm, Rd 6: 9/7 9:30am, Rd 7: 9/7 3:00pm

Booster 2-day only: Same Schedule Both Days (Sat 9/5 & Sun 9/6): 9:30am - 11:00am - 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Entry Fee:
Advanced Entries must be received and paid by Tues, Sep 1
Open: $75 for 4-day, $76 for 3-day, $95 after 9/1. U18: $5 discount.
Reserve: $65 for 4-day, $66 for 3-day, $85 after 9/1. U18: $5 discount.
Booster: $40, $55 after 9/1.
Open Section Play Up Fee: Players U1800 in Open section, add $25. Players recently over 1800 may request to have the play up fee waived.

Registration:
Online: https://www.onlineregistration.cc/
Open/Reserve: https://onlineregistration.cc/MCA/2026_MCA_Open
Booster: https://onlineregistration.cc/MCA/2026_MCA_Booster
Jeff Aldrich, P.O. Box 40, Flint, MI 48501, 810-955-7271, jeffchess64@gmail.com
On-Site: Fri 6:00-6:29pm, Sat 8:30-8:59am

Prizes:
$5100 GUARANTEED PRIZE FUND: Trophies for all Place-Winners
OPEN: 1st $1100, 2nd $550, 3rd $350. (40 Grand Prix Points); U2200: $275; U2100: $275; U2000: $275; U1900: $275.
RESERVE: 1st $450, 2nd $300, 3rd $205; U1600: $175; U1500: $175; U1400: $175; U1300: $175; U1200: $175; Unr: $175
BOOSTER (Trophies only): Top 10 Overall; U1000: 1st and 2nd; U800: 1st and 2nd; U600 1st and 2nd; U400 1st and 2nd; Unrated 1st and 2nd

Contact:
Jeff Aldrich
810-955-7271
jeffchess64@gmail.com
https://www.michess.org/

Notes:
Sep 5: 2026 MICHIGAN SPEED CHAMPIONSHIP - See separate listing for details
MEMBERSHIP MEETING: 4:00pm Sunday, September 6. MCA members, make your voice heard!
Includes Elections for Board Members – Note that MCA Bylaws require voting members be at least 16 years old and in good standing for 30 days prior to the meeting (August 1)
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grand-rapids/2026-michigan-open/200030259060658
- **Event Categories**: sports, meetups, tournaments, business, conferences
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 14

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Grand Rapids
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Courtyard Grand Rapids Downtown
- **lat**: 42.96353
- **long**: -85.67346
- **full address**: Courtyard Grand Rapids Downtown, 199 W Fulton St, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2688, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026 Michigan Open being held?
  - **A:** 2026 Michigan Open takes place on Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Mon, 07 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Courtyard Grand Rapids Downtown, 199 W Fulton St, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2688, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Michigan Open?
  - **A:** 2026 Michigan Open is organized by Michigan Chess Association.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2026 Michigan Open is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Grand Rapids, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If 2026 Michigan Open sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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