Wicomico Chess Tournaments Return Next Weekend

Youth and adult chess events set for February 20-21 at Wicomico Civic Center

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Wicomico Recreation & Parks will host its annual youth and adult chess tournaments on February 20-21 at the Wicomico Civic Center in Salisbury, Maryland. The youth tournament is open to players ages 5-18, while the adult tournament is for those 18 and older. Participants can register in advance or pay at the door, with awards given to the top three finishers in each division.

Why it matters

The Wicomico chess tournaments are a long-standing community event that promotes strategic thinking and friendly competition among local youth and adults. After a pause during the pandemic, the return of these tournaments provides an opportunity for players of all ages to come together, test their skills, and enjoy the camaraderie of the local chess community.

The details

The youth tournament will take place on February 20, with players guaranteed four matches. Registration is $10 in advance or $15 on the day of the event. The adult tournament is scheduled for February 21, with players guaranteed three matches. Registration is $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Both tournaments will be held in the Midway and Da Nang Rooms at the Wicomico Civic Center.

  • The youth tournament is on February 20, 2026.
  • The adult tournament is on February 21, 2026.

The players

Wicomico Recreation & Parks

The local government agency organizing the chess tournaments.

Megan Jones

The contact person for more information about the tournaments.

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What they’re saying

“The Wicomico chess tournaments are a long-standing community event that promotes strategic thinking and friendly competition among local youth and adults.”

— Megan Jones, Contact, Wicomico Recreation & Parks (delmarvanow.com)

What’s next

Registration for both the youth and adult tournaments is available at the Wicomico Civic Center box office or online at WicomicoRecandParks.org.

The takeaway

The return of the Wicomico chess tournaments provides an opportunity for players of all ages to engage in friendly competition, develop strategic thinking skills, and connect with the local chess community after a pandemic-related pause.