Strategy Across the Board Gala 2026

Strategy Across the Board is the Saint Louis Chess Club’s and World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries’ premier annual fundraising event, dedicated to expanding the impact of chess education and community outreach in the Saint Louis region, bringing together chess enthusiasts, community leaders, and supporters for an evening of strategy, inspiration, and giving back.
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the 10th Annual Strategy Across the Board, as we celebrate Game Plan: The Strategy of Chess & Sports, a dynamic three-floor exhibition at the World Chess Hall of Fame and Galleries dedicated to the powerful connection between chess and sports.
This special exhibition explores how strategic thinking, discipline, preparation, and the pursuit of excellence unite competitors across the board and on the field. Game Plan highlights the parallels between grandmasters and elite athletes—revealing how focus, foresight, and resilience define champions in both arenas.
Strategy Across the Board promises an inspiring evening of celebration, community, and thoughtful play—proceeds directly fund exhibitions and educational initiatives of the Saint Louis Chess Club and World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries. We look forward to welcoming you as we honor the art of strategy and the spirit of the game. Join us and help make a lasting difference—one move at a time!
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2026 | 6 PM
Chase Park Plaza — A Royal Sonesta Hotel
212 N. Kingshighway Blvd • Saint Louis, MO 63108
Black tie optional