Fall 2026 Norm Invitational
Hilton Charlotte University Place
OVERVIEW
The CCC's 39th GM/IM Norm Invitational will take place November 20-24, 2026 just prior to the US Masters and NC Open.
WHEN
November 20-24, 2026
WHERE
Hilton Charlotte University Place
8629 JM Keynes Drive, Charlotte, NC 28262
Free Internet, Free Parking
EVENT ORGANIZER
Charlotte Chess Center
HOTEL BOOKING
$139/Night
Booking Link - Book by November 2
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REGISTRATION
ENTRY FEE
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GM Sections: $1350
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IM Sections: $1150
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$200 discount for foreign federation players
SCHEDULE
| Thursday, November 19 | Arrival | |
| Friday, November 20 | Round 1 | 10:30am |
| Round 2 | 4:30pm | |
| Saturday, November 21 | Round 3 | 10:30am |
| Round 4 | 4:30pm | |
| Sunday, November 22 | Round 5 | 10:30am |
| Round 6 | 4:30pm | |
| Monday, November 23 | Round 7 | 10:30am |
| Round 8 | 4:30pm | |
| Tuesday, November 24 | Round 9 | 10:30am |
TIME CONTROL
G/90; inc/30
SPECIAL NOTES
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Please read CCC's Terms and Conditions, GM/IM Norm Invitational Regulations, and Fair Play Policy.
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No Spectators. Parents and spectators are not permitted in the playing area and nearby hallways and restrooms.
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Pairings will be sent out no later than 10 days prior to round 1.
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Fields and section assignments are subject to change at any time.