About us
Student Chess Haarlem is a casual chess initiative for students who want to play, learn a bit, and meet other people.
No course, no pressure. Just chess as a social activity.
Total beginners and more experienced players are welcome. Evenings usually start with a short intro or lesson, followed by free play, drinks, snacks, and time to meet others. On some nights we add a small extra, like an optional mini tournament or a chance to play a game against a chess master.
Location: De Koepel, Haarlem
When: Thursday evenings, twice per month
Time: 20:00 to 22:15
Next edition dates: 5 March, 19 March, 2 April, 16 April, 30 April, 14 May 2026
More info & sign-up:
https://kennemercombinatie.nl/student-chess-haarlem/
Featured event
Student Chess Haarlem – Social Chess Evenings
Student Chess Haarlem is a casual chess evening for students who want to play, learn a bit, and meet other people.
No course, no pressure. Just chess as a social activity.
Total beginners and more experienced players are welcome.
The evening starts with a short intro or lesson, followed by free play, drinks, snacks, and time to meet others.
On some nights we add a small extra, like an optional mini tournament or a chance to play a game against a chess master.
- Location: De Koepel, Haarlem
- When: Every second Thursday
- Dates: 5 March, 19 March, 2 April, 16 April, 30 April, 14 May 2026
- Time: 19:30 – 21:30 (feel free to stay until a bit later)
- Price: €20 for 6 evenings, including snacks and 2 drinks per evening
More info about Student Chess Haarlem:
https://kennemercombinatie.nl/student-chess-haarlem/
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Student Chess Haarlem – Social Chess Evenings
de Koepel Haarlem, Koepelplein 1, Haarlem, NH, NLStudent Chess Haarlem is a casual chess evening for students who want to play, learn a bit, and meet other people.
No course, no pressure. Just chess as a social activity.
Total beginners and more experienced players are welcome.
The evening starts with a short intro or lesson, followed by free play, drinks, snacks, and time to meet others.
On some nights we add a small extra, like an optional mini tournament or a chance to play a game against a chess master.
- Location: De Koepel, Haarlem
- When: Every second Thursday
- Dates: 5 March, 19 March, 2 April, 16 April, 30 April, 14 May 2026
- Time: 19:30 – 21:30 (feel free to stay until a bit later)
- Price: €20 for 6 evenings, including snacks and 2 drinks per evening
More info about Student Chess Haarlem:
https://kennemercombinatie.nl/student-chess-haarlem/1 attendee
