Échecs en fête

Échecs en fête puts the spotlight on the world’s most famous strategy game and offers a unique, free event to all the people of Marseille. The City of Marseille celebrates the most popular strategy game and offers an exceptional, free event to the people of Marseille on World Chess Day: giant chessboard, introduction to the game, play areas, workshops. October 10, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Bas de la Canebière (opposite the Palais de la Bourse), 13001 Marseille Free admission and participation An afternoon of games and conviviality You will notably be able to learn the rules of simultaneous games by challenging champions or taking part in workshops to test your knowledge. Players can also enjoy life-size games by moving their pieces across giant chessboards! Children and adults, beginners and enthusiasts, everyone is invited to take part in this afternoon of games and conviviality.