Feb. 5-16

For the first time, the Saint Louis Chess Club will host the Cairns Cup, an elite level tournament for the top female players from around the world.

March 2-10

The 2019 Spring Chess Classic is the first "Classic" series tournament of the year. It features two 10-payer round robins, and more than $30,000 in prizes.

Mar. 18- April 1

The 2019 U.S. Championships is an elite national championship event featuring the strongest chess players in America.