NOTE:  Updated venue for the tournament shown below.

The Arpad Elo Open

May 30-31, 2026

Site: Courtyard by Marriott Madison West, 2266 Deming Way, Middleton, WI  53562.

New Site:  Hilton Garden Inn, 1801 Deming Way, Middleton, WI  53562.  Rooms may still be booked by calling 608-831-2220.

Lodging Room Rate: $107 608-203-0100.  Reserve early!  Mention “Chess”.  Or book online at Book your group rate for WI Chess Association - May 2026.  Room rate cutoff date is April 29.

In 2 Sections

1) Open:

Open to all.

Entry Fee: $42 in advance by 5/26; $47 later or onsite.  (Credit card and KingRegistration Fees added on)

Prizes: $$b/50:  $400 – $250; ‘A’ - $150; U1800/Unrated - $140.  Travelling trophy to winner!

2) Reserve:

Open to all rated under 1800 or unrated.

Entry Fee: $32 in advance by 5/26; $37 later or onsite.  (Credit card and KingRegistration Fees added on)

Prizes: $$b/30:  $125 - $100; ‘C’ - $85; ‘D’ - $75; U1200/Unrated - $75

Both:

Format:  5SS.  Time Control:  Game/90 minutes with a 30 second increment on each move.

Round Times:  10:00 – 2:30 – 7:00 Saturday and 10:00 – 3:00 Sunday

Onsite Registration: 5/30 8:45-9:30 A.M. 

Entries: Mike Nietman, 2 Boca Grande Way, Madison, WI 53719.

Info: Mike Nietman, 608-467-8510 (before 5/30) This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

A 2026 Wisconsin Chess Tour event!

Withdrawals:  Please notify the organizer prior to 9:30 am on Saturday, May 30.  Doing so we will refund your entry fee less credit card and KingRegistration fees.

Online registration at Arpad Elo Open.