Sun, Nov 8, 2026 · 12 PM–2 PM CST
Ravensburger Puzzle Race at Snakes & Lattes Chicago
Snakes & Lattes Chicago · Chicago, IL
Teams · 500 pieces
Mini-tournament for teams of up to four; ticket includes a 500-piece puzzle. Pre-registration required.
Puzzle competitions in Illinois (2026–27)
Speed puzzling contests, puzzle nights and championships in Illinois, plus 1 puzzle swap group. Looking for a puzzle competition near me in another state? Use the state finder.
- 2 dated events
- 3 recurring series
- Updated Nov 2, 2026
Quick answer
As of Nov 2, 2026, we list 2 upcoming dated jigsaw puzzle events in Illinois. The next one is Ravensburger Puzzle Race at Snakes & Lattes Chicago on Sun, Nov 8, 2026 in Chicago, IL. We also list 3 recurring puzzle nights and 1 puzzle swap group in Illinois. Each event links to its organizer to register. Can't travel? Online speed puzzling contests run every month.
Updated
November 2026
Sun, Nov 15, 2026 · 5 PM–8 PM CST
Puzzle Showdown at Bonus Round Game Cafe
Bonus Round Game Cafe · Chicago, IL
Teams · 500 pieces
Teams of up to four race a 500-piece puzzle. Meetup lists every 3rd Sunday; ticket covers up to four guests.
Recurring and ongoing
These groups run contests often. Their next dates are on the organizer's page.
Every 3rd Sunday evening (check host for next date)
Puzzle Showdown at Bonus Round Game Cafe
Bonus Round Game Cafe · Chicago, IL
Teams · 500 pieces
500-piece team puzzle race. Meetup pattern is every 3rd Sunday; confirm on the host page before you go.
Monthly, usually Sunday 12–2 PM (check host for next date)
Ravensburger Puzzle Race at Snakes & Lattes Chicago
Snakes & Lattes Chicago · Chicago, IL
Teams · 500 pieces
Host page says the race runs every month. Check the organizer page for the next Sunday.
Monthly in-person swaps in multiple cities (check host for next date)
The Puzzle Swap Society
California & Illinois
Monthly in-person swaps; Nov 2026 cities on their site: Petaluma/Cotati, Centennial CO, San Francisco, Oakland, Alameda, Chicago, Walnut Creek (checked 2026-10-30 on puzzleswapsociety.com)
No events match. Pick another state.
Puzzle swap groups in Illinois
From USAJPA's puzzle swaps list. Every state's groups: swaps & races, plus puzzle libraries and cheap and free puzzles.
Events by state
Event listings via USA Jigsaw Puzzle Association (usajigsaw.org) and organizers; check the organizer page before you go.
Watch puzzle creators: live streams and video channels. Countdown to Nationals: holiday and Nationals countdowns.
Also: swaps & races, puzzle libraries, independent stores. Know an event? Submit it or email contact@piecedrop.com.
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