Chess and Mates

Challenge the Queen of Chess, Judit Polgar, at the 4th edition of the Chess & Mates Festival 2026: 5 September

[Chess and Mates @ChessandMates]

The Prime Minister of Belgium vs. the Queen of Chess ♟️🇧🇪

On September 5, Bart De Wever, takes his seat as one of 20 challengers facing Judit Polgár, the greatest female chess player in history, at the Chess & Mates Festival (subject to unforeseen political developments).

[Judit Polgar @GMJuditPolgar]

Brussels 🇧🇪 5th September 🙂

[Chess and Mates @ChessandMates]

The Queen of Chess arrives in Brussels. ♟️👑

On September 5, @GMJuditPolgar joins us for a full day that captures everything Chess & Mates stands for: accessibility, excellence, and bringing communities together around the game.

[Sokolov Ivan @GMSokolovIvan]

September 5th @ChessandMates are organising Chess Festival in Brussels at Royal Belgian Library.
Masterclasses, simmuls & more.
I am glad to be invited to perform alongside the queen of chess Judit Polgar and top Belgian player Daniel Dardha.
Belgian primer minister will attend!

[Chess and Mates @ChessandMates]

THE FULL FESTIVAL PROGRAMME IS HERE! 🎉♟️

On 5 September, the Royal Library of Belgium will become the home of an unforgettable day of chess in Brussels.

Compete in our Rapid, Blitz or Kids Tournament.
More information: https://t.co/INU2fP265Z