a fun and inclusive environment for everyone to enjoy

Indoor
  • 7pm till
    midnight
  • Rosa-Luxemburg
    Straße 30

Stay cozy — The cold days are upon us and playing outdoors is even for the hardened chess lover … a big ask. So we came up with a plan: Meet at the cinema! The Kino Babylon has become our interim haven for the icy days. Here the moviegoers and chess enthusiasts mix and mingle before and after films. Maybe you want to combine games and film one evening? Then check out the cinema's film program.

Babylon Berlin

Community
  • Varied
    Backgrounds
  • family
    friendly
  • Neurodiversity
    Welcome

Vibe — Our gathering embraces a rich tapestry of backgrounds, ages, genders, and perspectives, creating a vibrant mosaic of chess enthusiasts. We value the unique contributions each individual brings, fostering an environment of acceptance, mutual respect, and warmth.

Conduct

Daily
  • 7pm till
    midnight
  • every
    day

Flexible — Our guests appreciate the ability to drop in whenever, because without exception, the event is held daily. Yes, every single day of the week. Although it's possible to get a ticket in advance, registration beforehand is not a requirement. You could simply show up during the hours between 7 pm and midnight and join in on the action.

Tickets on EVENTBRITE

Friendly
  • crash course
    available

For beginners — As someone just starting out, we can pair you with other newcomers, and if you wish, our host can give you a crash course to help you get started with the basics of the game. With players as young as 7 years, our meetup is sure to be beginner-friendly. Attendees are also eager to share their wisdom, discuss strategies, and exchange best practices, creating a supportive and collaborative environment.

Casual
  • 10 minutes for
    each player

Rapid or blitz — A chess clock is used to make sure both players have a set amount of time to think. Time controls up to 10 minutes per player work rather well. After a couple of matches and rematches we rotate with other players. This way there is enough time to calculate, while also providing a fun and challenging experience for all participants.

Offline
  • Digital
    Detox
  • unplug
    & play

Real pieces, real people — In a world dominated by screens and digital interactions, the average person spends over 6 hours a day on their devices. Finding ways to take a break from screens is important, and playing offline gives us the opportunity to forge real friendships. Healthy and balanced.

Connect
  • Chat
    room
  • solve
    Puzzle
  • Share
    Memes
  • chess
    polls

Chat — Stay connected with our vibrant community, where you can solve daily chess puzzles, stay updated with announcements, vote in polls, and coordinate event attendance. Join our lively 1500+ member chatroom on Telegram to be part of the conversation today.

On Telegram

Variants
  • Duck
    Chess
  • Bug
    House
  • Hand'N
    Brain
  • Blitz
    Chess

Fresh — There isn't just one kind of chess. We play many delightful quirky variants like Duck Chess, where your feathery friend adds a playful twist to every move. Some may enjoy the adrenaline rush of Bullet as they make fast decisions against the ticking clock. Others love the dynamic chaos of Bughouse, where teamwork and rapid exchanges keep the action intense. Teams can test their telepathic connection in Hand'n'Brain. There's something for every chess enthusiast to enjoy. Oh, and of course just the regular old chess.

Super friendly and fun vibe! I had the pleasure of dropping by while visiting Berlin during the summer, and Wolf and everyone there made me feel super welcome. chess piece: queen 5 star rating Sam W.
A cozy chess meetup with people of all ages, levels and backgrounds. Come over if you want to improve your skills, share knowledge or simply chat over a cup of coffee. chess piece: queen 5 star rating Yuliia K.
A fantastic experience for meeting people while playing chess as a new Berliner. The organizer, is a guy with really wholesome intentions, and getting to know him has been truly gratifying. chess piece: queen 5 star rating Miles H.
I had an amazing experience playing and meeting new friends here. I highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Berlin. It's a must visit for chess enthusiasts… chess piece: pawn 5 star rating Mohd I.
Relaxed togetherness, a friendly atmosphere and a good opportunity to meet new people, chat a bit and also improve your chess game. chess piece: pawn 5 star rating Leo S.
This place is great to play chess with other people with the same passion regardless of your level. StrangerChess was one of my highlights when I visited Berlin. chess piece: pawn 5 star rating Minik N.
A nice community run by a dedicated host, who makes it possible to play chess every single day and meet interesting people. chess piece: knight 5 star rating Ian C.
The organizer is very friendly and makes sure to give you useful tips and support. You can see how he cares about the project and invests lots of energy to keep it interesting and fun. chess piece: queen 5 star rating Maria R.
I went with a friend and we had so much fun! We met so many new people, those who had come for the event, but also passer-bys who stopped to chat and play. chess piece: bishop 5 star rating Vittoria V.
Best place to play chess and meet people. If you're bored playing online and not sure about joining a club with an uncomfortable schedule, come here! chess piece: rook 5 star rating Andrew K.
A picture of the StrangerChess Community — Many inviduals sliced together