Chess Simultaneous Exhibition

Put your chess skills to the test at a special Chess Simultaneous Exhibition at the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame in Parry Sound. International Master Brian Hartman will play up to 25 games at once, moving from board to board as participants take their turn in a lively, welcoming setting. Whether you’re an experienced player or looking for a unique chess challenge, this is a rare opportunity to play against a nationally recognized competitor and enjoy the excitement of high-level chess up close.

Not ready to play? You’re still welcome to attend. Spectators are invited to come and watch the exhibition and enjoy the atmosphere.

Advance registration is required and spaces are limited to 25 participants.
Registration fee: $20 plus HST per participant.

Limited same-day opportunities may be available depending on how quickly some games conclude. If you’d like to play but haven’t registered, please check in at the Box Office on the day of the event to see if a board opens up.

Brian Hartman

Brian Hartman is a Canadian International Master who began playing chess at age 16 and quickly rose through the ranks, winning the Hamilton Open at 17 (1974). Over a distinguished competitive career, he captured the Canadian Open title (1985), represented Canada as a Chess Olympiad team member (1984), and later served as Canadian Chess Olympiad Captain (2004). Hartman was Canadian Championship runner-up three times (1984, 1987, 1992), won the Ontario Championship five times in the 1980s, and earned over 30 tournament victories across Canada and the United States. Most recently, he claimed the Canadian Senior Championship in 2023. He holds the International Master title, the level immediately below International Grandmaster.