Be part of the Jeddah International Youth Chess Festival
Prime International Youth Chess Spectacle
Attend the Jeddah International Youth Chess Festival 2025 in the historic city of Jeddah and become an integral part of this chess festival.
Whether you're playing or spectating, this festival is a celebration of intellect and camaraderie, set against the backdrop of the beautiful Jeddah .
Experience the thrill of competitive chess and connect with fellow chess aficionados in this unique and culturally rich location.
Latest News
Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus Triumphs in the 1st Jeddah Young Masters: A Rising Chess Prodigy
31/01/2024Exciting Finale Marks the Closure of the 1st Jeddah International Youth Chess Festival
30/01/2024Algerian Haddouche Mohamed crowned in the Blitz category at Jeddah's Chess Festival
29/01/2024Register now
Secure your spot in the Chess tournament
Don't miss your chance to be part of the Arabian Karpov Cup 2024 and the Jeddah Young Masters.
Jeddah Chess Events
Jeddah Chess Events feature the Jeddah Young Masters, the Arabian Karpov Cup, as well as side events
including Masterclasses for school teachers and thrilling simultaneous displays by renowned Grandmaster Romain Edouard.
Young Chess Masters at the Festival
The Jeddah Young Masters 2024 offers a front-row seat to witness the brilliance of the top young Grandmasters in action.
Candela Francisco Guecamburu
Elo : 2295Reigning World Junior (U20)
Champion at age 17
Faustino Oro
Elo : 2377Born in 2013
The Messi of Chess
Jakub Seemann
Elo : 2441Reigning U16
world champion.
Andy Woodward
Elo : 2473World #1 among players
born in 2010 or later
Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus
Elo : 2496Turkish prodigy
athlete of the year in 2020
Jan Klimkowski
Elo : 2520U16 World vice-champion
biggest rising star in Poland
Bardiya Daneshvar
Elo : 2591Winner of Super GM Grischuk
at the World Cup 2023
Pranav Venkatesh
Elo : 2611World #4 U18
75th Indian Grandmaster
Volodar Murzin
Elo : 2633World #2 U18
114 rated games played in 2023
Raunak Sadhwani
Elo : 26509th youngest Grandmaster ever
World #4 U18
Festival Venue
Due to overwhelming interest and international participation, the festival's venue has been changed to Jeddah for enhanced accessibility and a more optimal environment for chess enthusiasts worldwide
Official Accommodation
Name: Hotel Ramada by Wyndham Continental Jeddah
Address: Palestine Street, 21472 Jeddah
Book your stay for an optimal experience!
Discover the enchanting city of Jeddah
Dive into the rich history of Jeddah, where the game's elegance and strategic depth take center stage.
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