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Find the best chess venues in Boston, United States. Browse 7 chess clubs, cafés, and parks where you can play over-the-board chess.

All 7 chess venues in Boston, United States

List last updated: 2026-09-13

• Chess Tables — Camelot Court, Brighton — park venue, Camelot Court, Allston Heights, Brighton, 02134 · chess boards available
• Chess Tables — Phillips Street, Beacon Hill — park venue, Phillips Street, Beacon Hill, 02114 · chess boards available
• Chess Tables — Westland Avenue, Fenway — park venue, Westland Avenue, Fenway, 02115 · chess boards available
• Chess Tables at Harambee Park Boundless Playground — park venue, Blue Hill Avenue, Dorchester, 02121 · chess boards available
• Chess Tables at Rabbi Joseph Shalom Shubow Park Playground — park venue, Chiswick Road, Cleveland Circle, Brighton, 02135 · chess boards available
• Tavern of Tales — bar, 1478 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02120, USA · chess boards available, drinks
• Time Out Market Boston — venue, Boston · chess boards available

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Questions about chess in Boston

Where can I play chess in Boston?

Checkmate IRL maps 7 places to play chess in Boston: 1 bar, 5 outdoor spots and 1 other venue. They include Tavern of Tales and Chess Tables at Harambee Park Boundless Playground.

Is there a chess café or chess bar in Boston?

Yes: Tavern of Tales.

Where can I play chess outdoors in Boston?

5 outdoor spots are listed, including Chess Tables at Harambee Park Boundless Playground, Chess Tables at Rabbi Joseph Shalom Shubow Park Playground and Chess Tables — Camelot Court, Brighton.

Are there chess tournaments or events in Boston?

Upcoming casual chess events in Boston are listed on the Checkmate IRL events page. Chess events in Boston

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