The 30th Mind Sports Olympiad will take place in London on 22–30 August 2026 at Mercure Hotel, Earls Court.

Join us for nine days of world-class mind sports, open to players of all ages and abilities.

What’s happening

  • Rapid FIDE-rated Chess – 22 & 23 August
  • Catan Tournament – 22 August
  • Scrabble Tournament – 23 August
  • Backgammon Team Championships – 24-26 August
  • Backgammon World Individual Championships – 27-30 August

As usual, we’ll be running a wide range of tournaments across many popular games, including:
Poker, Azul, Carcassonne, Draughts, Perudo, Monopoly, Quoridor, Rummikub, Splendor, Ticket to Ride, Wingspan and much more!

We’ll be searching for our best all-rounder in the 30th Pentamind World Championship!

Why take part?

  • 🥇 Medals awarded in all tournaments
  • 🌍 Multiple World Championships
  • 💰 Cash prizes in selected events
  • 👨‍👩‍👧 All ages welcome – junior medals
  • 🎲 A friendly, international atmosphere with players from around the world

Full schedule and registration details will be announced soon.

Whether you’re a serious competitor or just love games, the Mind Sports Olympiad is a unique chance to play, compete, and connect.

Come and be part of it this August in London at the Mercure Hotel – click for details on MSO discounted rates for rooms!

The 2026 MSO is partnered with World Backgammon Federation World Team Championship & Individual Championship

 

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