Winter Chess Formal

A Night of Chess, Style, and Connection

Saturday, December 12, 2026
7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
SOVA Hotel | Dallas, Texas
Early Bird: $25 | General Admission: $30
Adults 18+

This winter, chess gets dressed up.

Join Sixty Four Squares and our partners at Traveling Chess Club for an unforgettable evening where the sophistication of a winter formal meets the energy of a social game night. Whether you're a seasoned chess player, a complete beginner, or simply looking for a unique night out in Dallas, this is your invitation to be part of something different.

Dress to impress, meet new people, discover new games, and celebrate a community built around connection, creativity, and a shared love of play.

What's Happening

Chess
Pull up a chair, challenge someone to a game, or learn something new. All skill levels are welcome, and you don't have to be a chess expert to enjoy the night.

Bughouse Tournament & Prizes
Ready for some friendly competition? Sign up for our casual bughouse chess tournament, a fast-paced team chess variant that's all about coordination, quick thinking, and having fun. Compete for prizes and experience chess in a whole new way.

DJ & Dancing
Enjoy music throughout the evening as the chessboards, dance floor, and social atmosphere come together for a night worth dressing up for.

Photo Booth & Professional Photography
Strike a pose, grab some props, and capture the memories. A photo booth and photographers will help you remember the night in style.

Custom Chess-Themed Drinks
Raise a glass to the occasion with creative, chess-inspired drinks from our bartender. Your ticket includes one drink.

Chess-Inspired Tattoos
Want to take a piece of the night home with you? A tattoo artist will offer stencil-based designs starting at $50, with final prices varying depending on the artist and design.

Snacks & Socializing
Enjoy light snacks, mingle with fellow guests, meet new friends, and spend the evening in a welcoming atmosphere where there's always another game to play or another conversation to start.

Best-Dressed Prizes
Bring your winter formal style, show off your personality, and make your entrance count. Prizes will be awarded for best dressed!

Dress to Express Yourself

Think winter formal, cocktail attire, bold statement pieces, creative outfits, or your own unique interpretation of formalwear. Elegant, eccentric, classic, or unconventional — bring a look that makes you feel incredible.

This is your chance to make chess part of the occasion.

Get Your Tickets

Early Bird Tickets — $25
Get your ticket at the discounted early bird price while they're available.

General Admission — $30

With venue capacity limited to 80 guests, this is an intimate gathering designed to bring people together for an exceptional evening of games, music, style, and community.

More Than a Game

We believe chess is about more than what's happening on the board. It's about the people you meet, the confidence you build, and the communities that form when strangers sit down and play.

In partnership with Traveling Chess Club, we're bringing that spirit into a special winter celebration — welcoming experienced players, curious beginners, and anyone who believes a great night out should offer something a little different.

Come for the chess. Stay for the music, the games, the style, and the people.

One night. Endless ways to connect.

We can't wait to see you there.