Felgueiras Chess Championship Kicks Off in Lixa with First Stage

The sixth edition of the municipal chess championship begins on November 21st at Escola Secundária de Lixa, with an additional stage in Idães.

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Generic image of a chessboard with pieces, in a school setting.

The Escola Secundária da Lixa will host the first stage of the Felgueiras Chess Championship on November 21st, marking the start of the sixth edition of this municipal initiative.

The sixth edition of the Felgueiras Chess Championship begins in the city of Lixa, with the 1st stage taking place on November 21st at the Escola Secundária da Lixa. This school has been the starting point for this initiative by the Municipality of Felgueiras, with the support of the Porto Chess Association, and the involvement of various educational establishments in the county.
The previous five editions saw hundreds of participants in the competition, with the inaugural edition held in 2021/2022. In this sixth edition, there is an additional event in the championship, including a stage at the Escola Básica e Secundária de Idães, offering another opportunity for everyone to showcase their skills on the boards.
The subsequent stages are scheduled for: 2nd stage – Escola Básica D. Manuel de Faria e Sousa (January 30, 2027); 3rd stage – Escola Secundária de Felgueiras (February 20, 2027); 4th stage – Externato da Misericórdia de Nossa Senhora Rosário – Unhão (March 20, 2027); 5th stage – Escola Básica e Secundária de Idães (April 24, 2027); 6th stage – Escola Básica e Secundária Dr. Machado de Matos (May 8, 2027).
By holding this initiative, Felgueiras promotes the competitive practice of chess among the population of all ages and families, establishing itself as a hub for the development of this sport in the region.
Based on information from the official source: CIM Tâmega e Sousa (09/11/2026)