UPCOMING EVENTS
Your Next Game Is Already Scheduled
From relaxed casual nights to competitive brackets, there’s always a reason to pull up a board at the Dragon’s Den.
- Upcoming Events
Casual Chess Night
Our flagship event and the heart of the club. Open boards, friendly games, and players of every level — from first-timers to tournament regulars. Drop in any time during the window; no registration, no fee, no pressure.
- 📅 Every Tuesday
- 🕠 5:30 – 8:30 PM
- 📍 Dragon's Den
Mark Your Calendar
What's Coming Up
Special club nights and competitive events on top of our weekly Tuesday gatherings. All events are held at the Dragon’s Den unless noted.
Aug
Club Night
Blitz Night Special
Fast games, quick handshakes, and plenty of rematches. We set the clocks to 5 minutes and rotate opponents all evening — a fun way to play everyone in the room.
- 🕠 5:30 – 8:30 PM
- 💵 Free · no registration
- 👥 All skill levels welcome
Aug
Tournament
Club Bracket Tournament
Our friendly in-house bracket. Sections are grouped by experience so every round is a fair fight — and every player gets multiple games regardless of results.
- 🕠 5:30 – 8:30 PM
- 💵 Free · sign up at the door
- 🏆 Bragging rights on the line
Sep
Club Night
Blitz Night Special
Fast games, quick handshakes, and plenty of rematches. We set the clocks to 5 minutes and rotate opponents all evening — a fun way to play everyone in the room.
- 🕠 5:30 – 8:30 PM
- 💵 Free · boards provided
- 🎓 One-on-one guidance
Ways to Play
Something for Every Player
Whether you want a quiet, thoughtful game or the buzz of a bracket, you’ll find your format here.
Casual Games
Untimed, relaxed matches — the default on any Tuesday night. Perfect for learning and conversation.
Blitz & Rapid
Clocked games for players who like the pressure. Great practice for tournament time controls.
In-House Tournaments
Friendly brackets grouped by experience level, held periodically throughout the year.
External Tournaments
Members regularly compete in regional events across South Dakota — travel together, cheer each other on.
Mark Your Calendar
What's Coming Up
Special club nights and competitive events on top of our weekly Tuesday gatherings. All events are held at the Dragon’s Den unless noted.
2026 South Dakota Governor's Cup
South Dakota Chess Association
Something for Every Player
Tournament
2026 SD Governor's Cup
Compete against players from across South Dakota in this statewide tournament.
Register online · King Registration
Tournaments
External Tournaments
Members regularly compete in regional events across South Dakota, including the SD Governor's Cup.
See SD Chess Association for the full schedule
Don't Wait for a Special Event
Every Tuesday is game night. Show up between 5:30 and 8:30 PM and we’ll find you an opponent.