Playing Site
Rockville Hilton
1750 Rockville Pike; Rockville, Maryland 20852; United States
301-468-1100
Come play in what we believe are the best playing conditions in the US!
1st | $3500 |
2nd | $1700 |
3rd | $900 |
4th | $800 |
5th | $700 |
6th | $600 |
Under 2500 | $1200-$600 |
Under 2300 | $1100-$550 |
Category | With no room | We provide six nights shared room | We provide six nights single room | Number still available |
1st 5 non-US GMs, rated over 2500 | $500 | $200 | $0 | 5 |
1st 5 non-US GMs or IMs , rated over 2400 | $300 | $100 | $100 ($300 Single room Supp.) | 5 |
Category | Minimum Prize | Number still available |
1st 4 US GMs | $300 | 4 |
1st 5 non-US GM/IM/FM/WGM/WIM/WFM | $250 | 5 |
1st 5 non-US FIDE rated | $200 | 5 |
FIDE ratings will be used for pairings and prizes. The default time for late arrival is 60 minutes but the Chief Arbiter may make exceptions in case of emergency. There is a limit of 4 1/2 point byes and you must request them two hours before round 2.
GMs, non-US IMs - Free
US IMs, WGMs, and all non-US FIDE over 2100- $199
FMs FIDE above 2100- $299
FIDE greater than 2200 - $324
FIDE between 2100 and 2199 - $349
FIDE between 2000 and 2099 - $600
FIDE less than 2000 - $800
(All discounts are cumulative)
$50 discount, if staying at the Hilton
$50 discount for all players born before 7/27/1969
$25 discount for first time Washington International players
All $25 more after 5/27/2019
All $35 more after 7/13/2019
All $45 more after 7/23/2019
All $70 more at-the-door
July 27 (Saturday) - July 30 (Tuesday) 11am and 5:30pm
July 31 (Wednesday) - 11am
1st | $2500 |
2nd | $1200 |
3rd | $600 |
4th | $500 |
5th | $300 |
1st Under 2000 | $1100 |
2nd Under 2000 | $525 |
1st | $2000 |
2nd | $1000 |
3rd | $500 |
Top under 1600 | $500 |
USCF ratings will be used for pairings and prizes in the Premier and Contenders sections. The default time for late arrival is 60 minutes but the Chief Arbiter may make exceptions in case of emergency.
Early Entrance Fee - $249
(All discounts are cumulative)
$50 discount if staying at the Hilton at the group rate. (minimum 3 night stay and maximum two discounts per room)
$50 discount for all players born before 7/27/1969
$25 discount for all first time Washington International players
$50 more for players rated less than 1800 in the Premier Section
$20 more after 7/13/2019
$30 more after 7/23/2019
$40 more at-the-doorRegistration
Results from all previous Washington Internationals
Mail Registrations to:
Maryland Chess Association
c/o Mike Regan
1827 Thornton Ridge Road
Towson, MD 21204
Mailed registrations in the Championship section should include name, FIDE rating, FIDE country.
Round Schedule for Premier and Contenders Section
July 27 (Saturday) - July 30 (Tuesday) 11am and 5:30pm
July 31 (Wednesday) - 11am
Hotel Rates: $117 per night, Reserve a room (Room block is closed but contact Mike Regan at washintl@mdchess.com to get a room)
Wi-Fi is included with this special rate. Rooms are limited, so make your reservations early. Phone 301-468-1100.
Several people are looking for roommates, both male and female. Email washintl@mdchess.com if you would like information on roommates.
The organizer is Mike Regan. If you have any questions, email him at washintl@mdchess.com.
Do not bring electronic devices (cell phones and smart watches) into the playing venue (playing room, halls outside playing room, smoking area, bathrooms, etc) according to FIDE rule 11.3. Players are subject to scanning to test for possession of cell phones. We plan to monitor using both thermal and magnetic scanners. Traffic in various areas will also be video monitored. You can store your phone in one of our cell phone lockers.
Possession of a device
Parking Information
Parking is $10/night for overnight guests. It is $5 for day guests. You should validate your ticket at the front desk.