National Chess Day – October 8th, 2022

Chess symbolizes intelligence and class. This classic, world-famous game is loved by millions, and that is why there is a day devoted to it known as The National Chess Day.

Chess day is commemorated annually on every second Saturday of October. Let’s dig in to know more about this day.

When Is the National Chess Day:

Fun Facts about Chess

Playing chess is super fun, but do you know it has some exciting facts attached to it, have a look:

1. The famous term:

Chess’s term “Checkmate” derives from the Persian term “Shah Mat,” which signifies “the King is dead.”

2. The lengthiest chess:

The lengthiest chess game ever played was in Belgrade in 1989, which lasted two hundred and 69 moves. The game ended in a tie.

3. Uncountable moves and their math:

After one move, there are four hundred various potential positions. After 2 moves, there really are 72,084 various alternative positions.

After 3 moves, there are over 9 million multiple possible positions. After four moves, there seem to be over 318 billion differing positions.

4. The Genius behind the Folding Chessboard:

Once there was a priest who was forbidden to play chess. So as we know, Necessity is the mother of invention.

He invented a folding chessboard so he could hide it on a bookshelf (When folded, it just looks like 2 books)

5. Star Trek and Chess:

During the shoot of the television show Star Trek, Kirk and Spock killed time by playing chess three times. Kirk triumphed in all three games.

How to Celebrate Chess Day?

We got you covered. Here we are with the best ideas to spend the National Day for Chess.

1. DIY Chess Board: 

Chess boards are so attractive, aren’t they? Buying a chess board is a classic way, but why not try something new on this national day? 

Built a chess board yourself. Craft and paint it. It will bring out your love for chess.

You can find plenty of ways to do it on the internet, and to my surprise, they are pretty easy too! 

It is such a creative thing to feel the spirit of Chess Day.

2. Learn or Teach Chess:  

You miss out on a lot if you don’t know how to play chess. Start learning chess!

Obviously, it is not a one-day process, but at least you can start. This day is a perfect opportunity to do so! 

And yes, if you know how to play it, then why keep it to yourself? Please share your knowledge with someone who needs it.

Teach a kid or anyone who wants to learn chess. This will not only help them, but it will make you more skilled as you will revise everything. 

3. Watch The Queen Gambit: 

The hit series the queen’s gambit has made its name in the world of chess as well as all over the world too. 

It is a great series based on chess and a brilliant chess player girl. If you love chess, then it’s a must-watch with the feel of chess and great twists. 

So, on this day, binge-watch it and trust it’s worth it. 

4. Visit a Chess Club: 

Go gear up and win that game! Visit a chess club and play with your friends or even strangers. It will bring exciting, challenging, and zesty feelings to you. 

The atmosphere of a chess club is a delight in itself—the sophistication and indulgence of the players are no less than a treat. 

So how about spending this national day at its hub!

5. Practice a New Trick: 

There are uncountable tricks/moves in the game of chess. One cannot say that “I know it all” There is always room for learning.

So, grab the opportunity and choose a new trick you want to master. 

Practice is the key! You can practice alone or with another player, but all you need to do is; be patient and vigilant.

It might take a little time, but in the end, your dedication will be fruitful.

The Historic Chess:

Chess has been played for nearly 1500 years. In the 6th century Ad, the game took place in north India and expanded to Persia.

Chess was innovated by Grand Vizier Sissa Ben Dahir and given as a gift to King Shirham of India, according to folklore.

The ruler was so impressed that he decided to offer him any compensation he wanted, as long as it appeared sensible.

Grand Vizer Sissa somehow played a great chess trick on him and asked for an uncountable amount of wheat grain.

Initially, the game was known as Chatrang. The name was evolved over the decades by the Arabs, Persians, and, finally, ancient Europeans, who altered the identities and appearances of the parts to represent the English society.

Reasons To Love Chess and Chess Day:

There are numerous reasons to play chess and love national chess day, but here are the main ones:

Chess has been there for nearly 500 years! Many great men, including Abraham Lincoln, enjoyed playing chess.

For so many years and years, the very same game has been played with the same norms.

Chess is devoid of uncontrollable variables such as roulette wheel, dice and other cubes. So, it’s a person against person, competence on competence, with no rationalizations.

It’s excellent for the mind to play with all those sixty-four squares and thirty-two pieces. Concentration is enhanced by analyzing a problem.

An intricate position, like nothing else, can expand a mind to think quite imaginatively.

Intellectually waffling over competitor moves improves logic. Chess has a graceful appearance and feels to it.

Hardly anything looks more elegant than a beautiful wooden chessboard.

Chess, in our opinion, is the greatest since it is truly global. There are hardly any nationality, rules, or language barriers to playing this game.

Frequently Asked Questions

Conclusion:

Well, the history and facts of chess are as interesting as the game. Enjoy National Chess Day on October 8^th, 2022, by following our ideas.

Have a good game!

Dates of National Chess Day

YEAR	DATE	DAY
2022	October 8	Saturday
2023	October 14	Saturday
2024	October 12	Saturday
2025	October 11	Saturday
2026	October 10	Saturday
2027	October 9	Saturday
2028	October 14	Saturday
2029	October 13	Saturday
2030	October 12	Saturday
2031	October 11	Saturday