Something… strange has happened to the International Chess Academy. The classrooms have gone silent, and the final tournament was never completed. It’s as if all the students disappeared without a trace.

This Halloween, we're bringing the academy back to life for an evening of spooky surprises, creative activities, games, and treats!

Step inside and explore the forgotten classrooms. Test your skills in our costume blitz (did we mention costumes are encouraged?), decorate your own pumpkin, take on a mysterious escape-room challenge, and gather your friends for Halloween games and photos!

There's always a place for you at the academy. Just be careful not to get whisked away by whatever stole those students away…

No chess experience required! Just bring your curiosity, your creativity, and your Halloween spirit. Oh, and a friend! The spirits hunger for more.

EXPLORE THE ACADEMY

The Last Tournament - Blitz Room & Casual Chess
Visit the very place where the students went missing. Unfinished games lie forgotten on the tables. Satisfy the spirits by resetting the board, taking a seat, and competing against your friends for a special reward.

The Forgotten Workshop - Arts & Crafts
The students' projects were never finished. Pumpkins sit undecorated, and abandoned materials sit, longing to be used. Help bring the workshop back to life by decorating your own pumpkin and creating something spooky to take home. Just be careful what you awaken…

The Common Room - Snacks & Parents
Even an abandoned academy needs a safe place to gather. The common room has been left undisturbed since the school's mysterious disappearance, but there's still room for one more guest. There’s always room for one more guest. Grab a snack, take a breather, and enjoy the festivities - but don't be surprised if you hear whispers floating in the next room.

The Headmaster's Office - Escape Room
The headmaster vanished without a trace, leaving behind a locked office and a trail of unanswered questions. Was he behind it? Or is something more sinister at play? Strange notes, hidden clues, and forgotten secrets remain inside. Work together, solve the puzzles, and uncover what really happened at the academy. Can you solve the mystery before time runs out?

The Forgotten Classroom - Games & More
No student has ever dared to return to this classroom - or so the rumors say. The games have been left behind, waiting for someone brave enough to play. Challenge your friends to other board games, strike a pose at the Halloween photo spot, and team up for a mummy-wrapping challenge. The classroom may be forgotten, but the memories will stick with you for a lifetime.

The Parade of Lost Students - Halloween Costume Parade
It’s said that once a year, the academy's forgotten inhabitants emerge from the shadows. This time, they invite you to join them! They promise not to bite, as long as you can pass as one of them. Put on your most creative, spooky, or ridiculous costume and join the Halloween parade!

Give the spirits a memory they’ll never forget!

BRING A FRIEND. SHARE THE FRIGHT.
No one should enter the academy alone…

Every mystery is better with a partner. Bring a friend along to explore the forgotten classrooms, solve puzzles, decorate pumpkins, and enjoy a night of Halloween fun together.

We're planning a substantial bring-a-friend discount to make it easier to share the experience with someone new. The final admission price and discount details are being worked out as we estimate attendance and prepare for the event.

HELP US BRING THE ACADEMY BACK TO LIFE

EVENT DETAILS

Date: Friday, October 30, 2026
Time: 5:30–8:00 PM
Location: International Chess Academy, 354 Rock Rd, Glen Rock, NJ 07452

Bring-a-friend offer: A substantial discount is planned. Final pricing and eligibility terms will be announced before paid registration opens.

Costumes: Costumes are encouraged! Weapons, realistic imitation weapons, full-face masks, and excessively frightening or graphic costumes are not permitted.

Weather: The costume parade is an outdoor activity and may be canceled if weather conditions are unfavorable. If the parade is canceled, indoor party activities will continue. Families will be notified by email of any changes.

Parents & supervision: Parents and guardians are welcome to stay at no additional admission cost. Supervised drop-off is also available for eligible children under ICA's event policies. Children under 6 must remain with a parent or guardian throughout the event.

Food: Chicken tenders, French fries, and drinks will be provided. Please specify dietary restrictions and food allergies on the interest form. ICA will consider these needs when planning but cannot guarantee that all dietary requirements can be accommodated or that food will be free from allergens or cross-contact. Families with specific concerns should contact ICA before the event.

Refunds & cancellations: 
Cancellations by ICA
If International Chess Academy cancels the event, all registered attendees will receive a full refund.

Cancellations by Attendees
Attendees who cancel their registration before the day of the event will receive a full refund. Cancellations made on the day of the event are non-refundable.

Weather & Outdoor Activities
The Halloween costume parade is weather-dependent. If unfavorable weather prevents the parade from taking place, the parade will be canceled and the remaining indoor activities will continue as planned. Families will be notified of any changes by email.

For questions regarding cancellations or refunds, please contact [email protected].

Questions? Contact [email protected].

READY TO ENTER?

The academy is waiting. Bring a friend… if you dare.