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Chess in Wellington

Find the best chess venues in Wellington, New Zealand. Browse 3 chess clubs, cafés, and parks where you can play over-the-board chess.

All 3 chess venues in Wellington, New Zealand

List last updated: 2026-06-12

• Giant Chess Board — Melrose — park venue, Melrose, Wellington, 6242, New Zealand · chess boards available
• Giant Chess Board — Oxford Street, Tawa — park venue, Oxford Street, Tawa, Wellington, 5028, New Zealand · chess boards available
• Wellington Chess Club — club, Victoria University of Wellington, Kelburn, Wellington 6012, New Zealand · chess boards available, hosts tournaments

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Questions about chess in Wellington

Where can I play chess in Wellington?

Checkmate IRL maps 3 places to play chess in Wellington: 1 chess club and 2 outdoor spots. They include Wellington Chess Club and Giant Chess Board — Melrose.

Is there a chess club in Wellington?

Yes: Wellington Chess Club.

Where can I play chess outdoors in Wellington?

2 outdoor spots are listed: Giant Chess Board — Melrose and Giant Chess Board — Oxford Street, Tawa. All of them have a giant chess board.

Are there chess tournaments or events in Wellington?

Wellington Chess Club hosts tournaments.

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