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Find the best chess venues in Charlotte, United States. Browse 9 chess clubs, cafés, and parks where you can play over-the-board chess.

All 9 chess venues in Charlotte, United States

List last updated: 2026-06-30

• Atherton Mill Giant Chess Board — park venue, 2104 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203 · chess boards available
• Charlotte Chess Center (Main/South) — club, 10700 Kettering Dr, Unit E, Charlotte, NC 28226 · chess boards available, hosts tournaments
• Charlotte Chess Center (North) — club, 10211 Prosperity Park Dr, Ste 230, Charlotte, NC 28269 · chess boards available, hosts tournaments
• McAlister's Deli — venue, 4805 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC 28209 · chess boards available, hosts tournaments
• McAlister's Deli (Cornelius) — venue, 19930 W Catawba Ave, Cornelius, NC 28031 · chess boards available
• Resident Culture Brewing — bar, 2101 Central Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205 · chess boards available, drinks
• Sir Edmond Halley's — bar, 4151-A Park Rd, Charlotte, NC 28209 · chess boards available, drinks
• The Common Market — café, 2007 Commonwealth Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205 · chess boards available, drinks
• Wooden Robot Brewery — bar, 1440 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28203 · chess boards available, drinks

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Questions about chess in Charlotte

Where can I play chess in Charlotte?

Checkmate IRL maps 9 places to play chess in Charlotte: 2 chess clubs, 1 café, 3 bars, 1 outdoor spot and 2 other venues. They include Charlotte Chess Center (Main/South), The Common Market and Resident Culture Brewing.

Is there a chess club in Charlotte?

Yes. 2 chess clubs in Charlotte are on the map: Charlotte Chess Center (Main/South) and Charlotte Chess Center (North).

Is there a chess café or chess bar in Charlotte?

Yes. 1 café and 3 bars in Charlotte are listed as places to play chess, including Resident Culture Brewing, Sir Edmond Halley's and The Common Market.

Where can I play chess outdoors in Charlotte?

Atherton Mill Giant Chess Board is the outdoor spot on the map. It has a giant chess board.

Are there chess tournaments or events in Charlotte?

3 venues in Charlotte host tournaments: Charlotte Chess Center (Main/South), Charlotte Chess Center (North) and McAlister's Deli. Upcoming casual chess events in Charlotte are listed on the Checkmate IRL events page. Chess events in Charlotte

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