The highly anticipated “Chess Party in Stockholm 2026” invites chess enthusiasts of all levels to a dynamic two-day festival at the iconic Avicii Arena, scheduled for April 17th and 18th. This international event aims to bring the joy of chess to a wide audience, welcoming everyone from absolute beginners and curious newcomers to seasoned players, Grandmasters, and Super Grandmasters. Families, children, youngsters, and adults from around the globe are warmly encouraged to participate and engage in a fun, educational environment.
The European Chess Union (ECU) proudly supports this significant festival, with ECU EDU actively contributing to the expo site by showcasing innovative chess education tools and methods. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to meet, watch, and learn from an impressive roster of chess personalities, including Henrik and Magnus Carlsen, Levy Rozman (better known as GothamChess), Judit Polgár, Anna Cramling, Pia Cramling, Andrea Botez, IJustWantToBeCool, Nils Grandelius, Jesper Hall, and many other notable contributors.
Anna Cramling’s Engaging Presence at Chess Party 2026
Prominent chess streamer and personality Anna Cramling will be a key participant throughout the two-day festival. Her schedule promises a variety of engaging activities, including an exclusive meet & greet session with fans, a joint simultaneous exhibition alongside her mother Pia Cramling, an exciting exhibition chess match where she will challenge Andrea Botez, participation in a thought-provoking debate on female chess, and a special appearance on the renowned Gotham Chess Show.
