Chess Free Play

Belmont Bookshop's 2nd Annual Literary Festival returns to Belmont, NC on September 5th, 2026 (Labor Day Weekend) . Join us for a holiday weekend of Family Entertainment, Author Conversations, Chess Tournament, Live Theater Performances, and more!BECOME A SPONSOR!CHESS FREE PLAY PRESENTED BY GASTON COUNTY CHESS CLUBParticipate in casual, non-competitive games of chess with other attendees including author Steve Sheinkin and World Chess Hall of Fame Grandmaster, Maurice Ashley! During this time, chess tables will be open and boards will be available to play for free. Registration will require an RSVP on a first come - first serve basis. This chess free play is open to all players but requires a registration to participate.