The 2024 FIDE Chess Olympiad in Budapest promises to be not only a thrilling global chess tournament (and the biggest since its inception) but there will also be a diverse array of side events engaging participants and spectators alike. These events, ranging from conferences and exhibitions to artistic performances, highlight the cultural and social impact of chess.
Here are the key side events scheduled during the Olympiad:
FIDE100 Exhibition
Date & Time: September 10-23, 2024
Location: BOK Sports and Conference Centre, Expo Area
Description: The FIDE100 exhibition celebrates the centennial of FIDE, showcasing the rich history of chess and its governing body. Visitors can explore a diverse collection of exhibits highlighting the evolution of chess over the last 100 years.
CAPTURE — The Photo Exhibition
Date & Time: September 10-23, 2024
Location: TBD
Description: CAPTURE is a photographic art installation that celebrates the beauty of chess through a luminous photo exhibition. The project invites viewers to explore the colorful world hidden behind the 64 black and white squares.
Link: CAPTURE Exhibition
QUEEN TRAP — Music Short Film
Date & Time: September 17, 2024
Location: Hungarian Fine Arts Museum
Description:»Queen Trap» is an unreleased chess-themed music short film by artist Juga, promoting female empowerment in chess. The project features top women chess players from around the world and is co-produced with the FIDE Commission
for Women’s Chess. We are already counting on the participation of Judit Polgar, Alexandra Kosteniuk, Elizabeth Paehtz, Bibisara Assaubayeva, Tania Sachdev, and many more!
Link: Queen Trap Film
Judit Polgar’s 10th Global Chess Festival
Date & Time: September 17-18, 2024
Location: Hungarian National Gallery and Intercontinental Budapest
Description: Celebrating its 10th edition, Judit Polgar’s Global Chess Festival will feature games, workshops, demonstrations, and tournaments. The event also includes the 4th EDU Chess Summit, where speakers discuss the role of chess in education.
Link: Global Chess Festival
The FIDE 100 Awards Ceremony
Date & Time: September 19, 2024
Location: TBD
Description: In celebration of FIDE’s centenary, the FIDE 100 Awards Ceremony will honor individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to the world of chess. The awards recognize excellence in various fields, including playing, organizing, and promoting chess.
Link: FIDE 100 Awards
Conferences and Seminars
FIDE EDU «Preparation of Teachers» course
Date & Time:September 15-16 & 20-21, 2024
Location:September 15-16 -Pasha Cafe (Váralja utca 14), September 20-21 — BOK stadium
Description:This exceptional 4-day seminar is an ideal opportunity for teachers, chess educators, beginner and advanced players with basic chess knowledge, and anyone with experience working with children. Engage in hands-on activities designed to integrate chess into academic settings while fostering essential 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, creativity, communication, and collaboration.Expert Lecturers: Rita Atkins, WIM, Secretary of the FIDE Chess in Education Commission (Hungary) and Anzel Laubscher, WIM, FIDE Instructor, and FIDE EDU Commission Member (South Africa). For registration, please send an email to edu.courses@fide.com until September 10, 2024
Link: edu.fide.com/commissionNews/66c079144c003ef7ddac74aa
#SOCIALCHESS Conference
Date & Time: September 21, 2024, 09:00–13:00
Location: InterContinental Hotel Budapest and Online
Description: Organized by the FIDE Social Commission, the #SOCIALCHESS Conference will discuss the societal benefits of chess. Attendees will learn about FIDE’s social initiatives, such as Chess for Protection, Chess for Freedom, Infinite Chess, Chess for Elderly, and Chess for Life. The event will feature speakers including Dana Reizniece-Ozola, André Vögtlin, and other project leaders.
Link: SOCIALCHESS Conference
FIDE Arbiters’ Seminar
Date & Time: September 12-17, 2024, 09:00 — 12:30
Location: BOK Sports and Conference Centre
Description: The FIDE Arbiters’ Commission will conduct this seminar, offering training and certification for arbiters. The seminar covers essential regulations and best practices and will be conducted in English. The Seminar will give norms and titles of FIDE Arbiter, according to the Regulations for the titles of Arbiters.
Entry fee: 130 EUR
Contact: IA/IO Nebojsa Baralic, ARB Secretary (secretary.arbiters@fide.com, +381 64 3232910
Link: FIDE Arbiters’ Seminar
FIDE Fair Play Seminar
Date & Time: September 15-18, 2024, 08:30 — 12:00
Location: TBD
Description: Organized by the FIDE Fair Play Commission, this seminar will focus on anti-cheating regulations and fair play practices in chess. Participants will receive certification upon successful completion.
Scope of the seminar
Fair Play Legal Framework
Anti-Cheating Regulations
Statistical evidence
Technical devices and their usage
Fair Play Theory and Practice at OTB Events
Seminar fee: 200 EUR
Exam fee: 50 EUR
Link: FIDE Fair Play Seminar
Women&Chess&Balance Conference
Date & Time: September 21, 2024, 15:00–19:00
Location: InterContinental Hotel Budapest and Online
Description: This conference, organized by the Commission for Women’s Chess, will explore topics such as management, social media, and branding in chess, with a focus on empowering women in the chess community.
Link: Women&Chess&Balance Conference
Join us in Budapest for these enriching side events that promise to add a new dimension to the 2024 FIDE Chess Olympiad. For more details and registration information, please visit the official Olympiad website.
