# Living Chess Match in Marostica

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/living-chess-match-in-marostica
> Updated: 2026-09-09T10:49:13.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

In Marostica, preparations have commenced for the traditional Living Chess Match. Approximately 650 performers, including actors, musicians, knights, and ladies, are rehearsing to recreate a 15th-century setting. 

To facilitate the setup in Piazza Castello, local market stalls are being relocated to Pizzamano, Ponte Alpino, and Campo Marzio. Following a public rehearsal on September 3, the main performances are scheduled for the first two weekends of September.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-09: Castelvetro di Modena hosts traditional Renaissance Living Checkers event

Castelvetro di Modena will host its traditional ‘Living Checkers’ reenactment on September 12-13, featuring Renaissance-style costumes and performances honoring poet Torquato Tasso.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/castelvetro-di-modena-hosts-traditional-renaissance-living-checkers-event

### 2026-08-22: Marostica begins preparations for Living Chess Match

Preparations have begun in Marostica for the traditional Living Chess Match, featuring 650 performers in a late 15th-century reenactment scheduled for early September.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marostica-begins-preparations-for-living-chess-match

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