The third installment of the Melbourne International Open will be held from April 14 to April 19, 2026 at Melbourne Chess Club. The 2026 MIO is organised by Independent Chess Australia and consists of a 9 round classic, a 9 round rapid, and a 9 round blitz tournament. The classic is broken into two divisions with the Masters division being a norm event.

The estimated prize pool across all events is approximately $12,000.

Registrations open at 1:00pm AEDT on Friday November 1, 2025. More updates will be provided as details are finalised.

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning players to Melbourne in April 2026.