What we’re about
Do you enjoy live music? Artmaking and exhibitions? Or perhaps sips and snacks? Try something fun and new at our adult-friendly meetups! Our programs—from intimate concerts to art classes and everything in between—are a great mid-week unwind for you and your friends! Our meetups are either complimentary or modestly priced, which makes us a fantastic venue to meet new people and have a great time! Discounts are available for members of the World Chess Hall of Fame.
Upcoming events
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December Curator Tour
World Chess Hall of Fame, 4652 Maryland Ave., Saint Louis, MO, USAttend a complimentary tour led by the curators of Reading Between the Lines: Chess and Literature, Chess Variants: Transforming Tradition, and Charles Houska: Master of Play. Enjoy complimentary refreshments after exploring chess, history, art, and culture in the galleries.
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WCHOF Music Series: Zlatomir Fung (SOLD OUT)
World Chess Hall of Fame, 4652 Maryland Avenue, St. Louis, MO, USThe World Chess Hall of Fame is proud to welcome Zlatomir Fung, the youngest cellist ever to win the First Prize at the International Tchaikovsky Competition. Zlatomir will be joined by cellist and composer Quenton Blache to present a brand-new composition inspired by recent chess tournaments, as well as several classical favorites. Don’t miss this one-night event celebrating the future of music and chess!
Zlatomir Fung is poised to become one of the preeminent cellists of our time, already touring globally as a soloist with orchestras in the United Kingdom, United States, and China. As a devotee of chess alongside his passion for music, Zlatomir is thrilled to perform for the first time at the World Chess Hall of Fame as part of this special Commission Concert.
5:30 p.m. | Doors Open
6:00 p.m. | Complimentary artist talk
6:30 p.m. | Break
7:00 p.m. | Concert
Limited in person seating available.
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*20% discount for WCHOF members, students, seniors, and military personnel
*Each ticket includes one free drink
Watch Online at: youtube.com/worldchesshof2 attendees
Merry Moves: A Chess-Inspired Holiday Pop-Up in Saint Louis
Location not specified yetMerry Moves is the ultimate over-the-top, holiday-themed pop-up experience transforming the Saint Louis Chess Campus in the Central West End. This unique event adds a fun chess twist to your seasonal celebrations, making it a must-visit destination for Saint Louis holiday activities.
### 🗓️ Event Dates and Operating Schedule
Merry Moves runs from Friday, November 28, 2025, through Wednesday, December 31, 2025.
(Note: Merry Moves is closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, December 24 & 25.)
| Day | Merry Moves Operating Hours |
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| Sunday | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
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### 👨👩👧👦 “Nice Hours” for Families and Kids (WCHOF)
Daytime activities (generally 10 AM/12 PM to 4 PM) are hosted at the World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries (WCHOF). Tickets for Nice Hours are $5 per person and are perfect for families and children. They include:
- Hot chocolate, cookies, and holiday treats.
- Hands-on activities and crafts.
- Guests can enjoy playing on chess sets available throughout the space.
- Viewing the WCHOF exhibitions (free regular business hours admission applies).
### 🍸 “Naughty Hours” for Adults (Kingside Diner)
Evening hours (generally 4 PM to 10 PM) convert to “Naughty hours” at Kingside Diner, featuring a festive cocktail lounge for adults.
- Tickets cost $15 per person and include one complimentary drink ticket (additional drinks available for purchase), soft drinks, and light appetizers.
- Kingside Diner
### 📸 A Kitschy Winter Wonderland for Social Media
The Saint Louis Chess Campus is transformed into a kitschy winter wonderland, complete with floor-to-ceiling holiday decorations. It’s the ideal backdrop for taking and sharing selfies and season’s greetings, establishing it as one of the most Instagrammable holiday spots in Saint Louis!
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Planning a holiday party? Email events@worldchesshof.org for more information on private event bookings!1 attendee
WCHOF Family Programming: Design Your Own Nutcracker
World Chess Hall of Fame, 4652 Maryland Avenue, St. Louis, MO, USGet in the holiday spirit and customize your own nutcracker in this family-friendly workshop inspired by our latest exhibition Charles Houska: Master of Play. Make one for yourself or to gift someone! Supplies will be provided.
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*20% discount for WCHOF members, students, seniors, and military personnel2 attendees
Past events
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