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Find the best chess venues in Washington DC, United States. Browse 4 chess clubs, cafés, and parks where you can play over-the-board chess.

All 4 chess venues in Washington DC, United States

List last updated: 2026-08-23

• Dupont Circle Chess Tables — park venue, 15 Dupont Cir NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA · chess boards available
• Labyrinth Games & Puzzles — club, 645 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003, USA · chess boards available
• The Board Room DC — bar, 1737 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009, USA · chess boards available, drinks, hosts tournaments
• The Raven Grill — bar, 3125 Mt Pleasant St NW APT 101, Washington, DC 20010, USA · chess boards available, drinks

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Questions about chess in Washington DC

Where can I play chess in Washington DC?

Checkmate IRL maps 4 places to play chess in Washington DC: 1 chess club, 2 bars and 1 outdoor spot. They include Labyrinth Games & Puzzles, The Board Room DC and Dupont Circle Chess Tables.

Is there a chess club in Washington DC?

Yes: Labyrinth Games & Puzzles.

Is there a chess café or chess bar in Washington DC?

Yes. 2 bars in Washington DC are listed as places to play chess: The Board Room DC and The Raven Grill.

Where can I play chess outdoors in Washington DC?

Dupont Circle Chess Tables is the outdoor spot on the map.

Are there chess tournaments or events in Washington DC?

The Board Room DC hosts tournaments. Upcoming casual chess events in Washington DC are listed on the Checkmate IRL events page. Chess events in Washington DC

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