The 33rd South Island Chess Championship will be held in Nelson from 30 September to 4 October 2026.
♟️ South Island Chess Championship (Classical)
30 September – 3 October
♟️ South Island Rapid Chess Championship
4 October
📍 Rutherford Hotel, Nelson
🏆 Guaranteed prize fund of $1,500 across both tournaments.
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