Four young adults sitting around a chessboard in a bar or cafe, smiling at the camera. Behind them, a large retro-style mural and a tally board for a football pool are visible. The scene appears lively and casual.

Partner With Us!

Beers by the Bay Chess & Social is one of San Diego’s fastest-growing community clubs - a place where people come to hang out, play games, and meet new friends every week in Pacific Beach.

Our crowd is mostly people in their 20s and 30s who enjoy good games, good drinks, and good company. The atmosphere is relaxed and inclusive, bringing together people who enjoy a social, engaging way to unwind.

📍 Pacific Beach
🕖 Thursdays at 6:30 PM
👥 100–150 young professionals each week

Why Partner?

A Consistent, Weekly Audience
100 to 140 attendees, most Thursdays in Pacific Beach, plus new monthly event series.

Strong Media and Community Credibility
Featured in the San Diego Union-Tribune and Times of San Diego.

Backed by Local Partners
Our partners include SeaWorld, Belmont Park, StreamerChess, TaxGlobal, Mainly Mozart, and The La Jolla Comedy Store.

We are institutionally supported by Chess.com, the largest chess organization on the planet.

Organic, High-Engagement Growth
Over 45 events in 2025 with minimal paid promotion. Engagement continues to climb each week. 70+ events planned in 2026.

Sponsorship Opportunities

We offer a flexible tiered structure designed to match the goals of local businesses and larger brands alike:

• Community Sponsor: local visibility and goodwill
• Event Sponsor: spotlight your brand on a single high-attendance night
• Monthly Sponsor: consistent exposure across four events
• Annual Co-Lead Sponsor: top-level branding and year-round activation opportunities

Every partnership includes brand visibility, on-site presence, social media promotion, and the ability to engage directly with one of San Diego’s most active young adult communities.

Community Partners

  • SeaWorld San Diego

  • Chess.com

  • Tavern at the Beach

    Tavern at the Beach

  • Wonderland Ocean Pub

  • A sign for La Jolla The Comedy Store with red and white text on a black background.

    La Jolla Comedy Store

  • Mainly Mozart logo with a dark blue background, featuring a stylized white circle with the number 11 and the words 'Mainly Mozart' and 'Music Director Michael Francis'.

    Mainly Mozart

  • TaxGlobal

  • Belmont Park San Diego

  • San Diego Gaming