Drop-In Chess
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It ran Wed Sep 30, 2026.
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Love playing Chess? Drop in and put your chess skills and strategies to work with other Chess lovers on Wednesday evenings. All are welcome to join; however, a sufficient understanding of the game to play independently is recommended. A limited number of sets will be available. For additional sets, feel free to bring your own. No registration necessary. Doors open at 5:15 p.m.
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Upcoming events
Sep 19–Oct 25 (Weekends plus Columbus Day (Mon Oct 12), September 19 - October 25, 2026; gates 10am-4pm, stay until 6pm)
$39.95 + tax in person / $43.95 + tax online; children 15 months and younger free
Sep 25–Nov 1 (Fridays and Saturdays September 25 - October 31, Sundays October 4 - November 1, and Wednesdays and Thursdays October 8 - 29, 2026; opens 7 p.m.)
General admission $44 online, $54 at the door; fast pass and funhouse extra
Oct 2–Nov 1 (Fridays and Saturdays October 2 - 31, Sundays October 4 - November 1, Thursdays October 15 - 29, and Wednesday, October 28, 2026; opens 7 p.m.)
$40 online in advance, $50 on site, plus taxes and fees