Riga Christmas Chess Festival

A week filled with concentration, strategy, and memorable chess moments in Riga ♟️
From intense games to a great tournament atmosphere, these moments reflect the spirit of competitive chess, proudly organized by Riga Christmas Chess Festival.

“Riga Little Star” Blitz Tournament for Girls, organized fully with the support of the FIDE Commission for Women’s Chess (WOM) for the second year in a row.

🥇 Winner: Jakabsone Tifanija Bella
🥈 Second place: Maklakova Dafne
🥉 Third place: Treigute Lea

Strong partnerships build strong tournaments.
We sincerely thank our partners for supporting the Riga Christmas Chess Festival — your support turns ideas into reality.

Focus, strategy, and quiet intensity.
Moments from the Riga Christmas Chess Festival — where every move matters.

A king is born long before the crown is earned

Where silence speaks louder than words ♟️
Focus, pressure, emotions — this is chess at the Riga Christmas Chess Festival.

Focus. Courage. One move at a time.
A special simultaneous game with GM Robby Kevlishvili, organized in cooperation with Chesston ♟️

A powerful lecture with GM Robby Kevlishvili, where experience meets inspiration.
In cooperation with Chesston, we continue to invest in chess education and excellence ♟️

An honor to welcome official guests from the British Embassy in Riga 🇬🇧 and share the spirit of chess, culture, and dialogue at the Riga Christmas Chess Festival. ♟️✨