NYIG2026 MacArthur Go Festival & Championship
Join the Biggest Go Event in the East — with Manhattan in View!
🥇 Open Championship: open to players of all ages and skill levels. Compete for glory (and cash!) in a group-based tournament designed for everyone from casual enthusiasts to serious contenders. With thousands in cash prizes, stunning trophies, and an $800 top prize, this is your chance to shine.
🏆 Champions will be crowned in both the Open and Youth divisions!
🧑🏫 Professional Go Workshops: Improve your game through expert-led sessions on strategy, reading, endgame, game analysis, and personalized instruction.
👨👩👧👦 Family Go Fun Zone. Designed for families to play, learn, and laugh together. Team up in parent-child competitions, challenge your skills in fun Go-based games, and create lasting memories on the board!
Even if you’ve never played Go, you can join live teaching sessions and fun games with your family — Puzzle Go, Joker Go, and relay games. Play together, learn, and win prizes!
🌟 Photo Opportunities: Player autograph and photo walls, fun props for memorable pictures.
🎁 Exclusive limited-edition goodie bags for the first 150 registered player!
💵 Entry Fee: Just $25. Every participant will receive a limited-edition prize and gift just for joining! An entry fee is required for all individuals attending the festival, including players, parents, friends, and non-playing guests. This fee grants full access to all day activities on September 12, such as the tournament, family events, and more.
All visitors must purchase a ticket.
Tournament Details
Saturday, September 12
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Everyone, 150 seats are available. |
| Prizes | Cash prizes and trophies in all divisions. |
| Top Cash Prize | $800 |
| Rules | AGA rules, 7.5 point Komi. |
| Handicap | Open even; others handicap-1, cap 9; Komi 0.5 |
| Time Control | Fisher time, 40 min + 10s increment. |
| Entry Fee | Required for all participants, including players, parents, friends, and non-playing guests. |
| Parental Supervision | All participants aged 18 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. |
| Venue | 158 Washington St, Jersey City, NJ 07302 |
| Note | The open division will be limited to the top 16 players based on AGA ratings. |
Tournament Schedule
| Event | Time |
|---|---|
| Venue Setup | 7:00 AM |
| Arrival & Check in | 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM |
| Opening Ceremony | 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Round 1 | 9:00 AM - 11:10 AM |
| Round 2 | 11:15 AM - 1:25 PM |
| Lunch Break | 1:25 PM - 2:00 PM |
| Round 3 | 2:00 PM - 4:10 PM |
| Round 4 | 4:15 PM - 6:25 PM |
| Award Ceremony & Group Photo | 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Venue Cleanup | 7:00 PM |
Professional Workshop Schedule & Details
| Event | Details & Time |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to everyone. First come, first serve. |
| Session 1 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
| Session 2 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
| Session 3 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Session 4 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Workshop Details | Topics will include lectures, game review, and simul games, details will be posted shortly. |
Family Activities Zone
| Event | Details & Time |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to everyone. First come, first serve. |
| Session 1 | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Lunch | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
| Session 2 | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
| Event Details | Includes Crazy Go, beginner Go lessons, youth-friendly teaching games, Go-themed puzzle boards, and take-home materials. |