Roll into your newest hobby at Sushi-san Lincoln Park! Join The Mahjong Society on Tuesday, August 4th at 6pm for a beginner-friendly Mahjong 101 class that pairs learning American mahjong with one of Chicago's favorite sushi spots. Your $90 ticket includes a 2026 National Mah Jongg League card, a selection of signature maki rolls, edamame, and more.

Join us for a summer afternoon of mahjong on the patio at Half Acre Beer Co. This Open Play event is perfect for players who already know the basics and are looking for a fun, social place to play. Your ticket includes a drink, all materials, and plenty of time to enjoy tiles in the sunshine.

Discover your newest hobby at Burning Bush Brewery! Join us for a welcoming Mahjong 101 class designed for total beginners who want to learn the fundamentals of American mahjong in a fun, social setting. Your ticket also includes an NMJL card to take home, and a drink to sip while you play.

Our instructors will teach you how the tiles work, walk you through basic gameplay, and help you play your first hands with confidence. No prior experience needed.

The sweetest way to learn mahjong! Bring your favorite little sidekick and join us for a beginner-friendly parent-and-child lesson designed for kids ages 6+ and their grown-ups. You'll learn American mahjong together using Mini Mahjer, a kid-friendly version of the game, then celebrate with a full-service sundae bar. Tickets are $125 per parent/child pair, and each attendee will receive their own Mini Mahjer card to take home.

Learn mahjong over a beer at Dovetail Brewery! Join us Wednesday, July 22nd at 6:30pm for Mahjong 101, a beginner-friendly class that teaches the fundamentals of American mahjong in a fun, social setting. Your $80 ticket includes one Dovetail beer and a 2026 National Mah Jongg League card to take home and use all year.

Treat yourself to an afternoon of mahjong and ice cream! Join The Mahjong Society at Bartleby's Homemade Ice Cream on Sunday, July 12th at 2pm for a sweet summer afternoon featuring Open Play for experienced players and Mahjong 102 for those ready to build on the basics. Every ticket includes access to a full-service sundae bar, all materials, and 15% off additional ice cream purchases. Whether you're sharpening your skills or simply enjoying a few games with friends, it's the sweetest way to spend a Sunday.

Join us for a summer evening of American Mahjong Open Play on the patio at Koval Distillery. All levels are welcome for this relaxed, social night of tiles starting at 6:30pm on Tuesday, July 7th. Your $40 ticket (+$3 processing fee) includes open play, all materials, and a signature Koval cocktail to enjoy while you play.

Learn mahjong surrounded by books, wine, and a cozy West Town setting at Passages Wine & Books. Join us on Tuesday, June 30th at 6:30pm for a beginner-friendly Mahjong 101 class. Your $80 ticket includes a 2026 National Mah Jongg League card, plus 15% off in-store shopping and curated wine specials available throughout the evening.

Soak up some sunshine with mahjong on the patio at Bitter Pops! Join us Wednesday, June 24th at 7pm for an Open Play session designed for players who already know the basics. Your ticket includes a drink to enjoy while you play. We’ll be outside if the weather’s nice, or inside if not — either way, it’s a great night for tiles and good company.

Think you’ve mastered the basics? It’s time for Mahjong 102 at The Reveler! Join us Tuesday, June 23 at 6:30 PM for a 2-hour class focused on strategy, scoring, and trickier hands—all with guided play to build your confidence. Tickets are $60 and include your choice of a draft beer or house margarita. Sets and materials provided—just bring your game face!

Join us at Summer House Santa Monica for a night of tiles, cocktails, and coastal vibes. This beginner-friendly Mahjong 101 class will teach you the fundamentals of American mahjong in a fun, social setting. Your ticket includes a 2026 National Mah Jongg League card, your choice of select cocktails or a glass of wine, plus light bites to enjoy while you play.

Our instructors will teach you how the tiles work, walk you through basic gameplay, and help you play your first hands with confidence. No prior experience needed.

Learn mahjong over a beer at Dovetail Brewery! Join us Wednesday, June 17th at 6:30pm for Mahjong 101, a beginner-friendly class that teaches the fundamentals of American mahjong in a fun, social setting. Your $80 ticket includes one Dovetail beer and a 2026 National Mah Jongg League card to take home and use all year.

Spend your Sunday afternoon learning mahjong at Half Acre Beer Co! Join us on June 14th at 2pm for a beginner-friendly Mahjong 101 class where you’ll learn the fundamentals of American mahjong in a fun, social setting. Your ticket includes a beer and a 2026 National Mah Jongg League card to take home and keep playing all year long.

Shake up your routine with Mahjong 101 at Koval Distillery. This beginner-friendly class will teach you the fundamentals of American mahjong in a fun, social setting. Your ticket includes a cocktail of your choice and a 2026 National Mah Jongg League card to take home. Come learn the tiles, sip something good, and leave ready to play.

Find your people — and your table. Join us at Barcocina West Town on Tuesday June 9th for a social mahjong night where we’ll match you with players based on shared interests, play style, and availability, so you can meet people you’ll actually want to play with again. Open play, good vibes, and a drink + bites included — because mahjong is better with company.

Ready to raise the stakes? Join The Mahjong Society at Pizzeria Serio on Wednesday June 3rd at 7:00 PM for a special Scoring & Strategy class designed for intermediate & advanced players. In this 2-hour session, you’ll learn how to keep score, sharpen your strategy, and make smarter in-game decisions. Tickets are $75 and include pizza, salad, and a drink.

Drifted away from the tiles? Come back to the table. Join us at Half Acre Beer Co on Sunday, May 31 at 2pm for a refresher-style mahjong session designed for players who learned before but need a reset. We’ll revisit the basics, answer questions, and guide you through play so everything clicks again. Your ticket includes a beer from Half Acre, plus all sets and materials.

Sip, snack, and learn something new. Join us on Thursday, May 28th at 6pm for a beginner-friendly Mahjong 101 class paired with a curated wine experience. Your ticket includes a selection of three specialty wines (one glass per guest) and charcuterie boards to enjoy while you play. The perfect night out for beginners and wine lovers alike.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of open play by the lake with The Mahjong Society at Shore Club Chicago!

Learn mahjong over a beer at Dovetail Brewery! Join us Wednesday, May 20th at 6:30pm for Mahjong 101, a beginner-friendly class that teaches the fundamentals of American mahjong in a fun, social setting. Your $80 ticket includes one Dovetail beer and a 2026 National Mah Jongg League card to take home and use all year.

Soak up some sunshine with mahjong on the patio at Bitter Pops! Join us Wednesday, May 13th at 7pm for an Open Play session designed for players who already know the basics. Your ticket includes a beer to enjoy while you play. We’ll be outside if the weather’s nice, or inside if not — either way, it’s a great night for tiles and good company.

Tiles, drinks, and a new favorite hobby — all in one night. Join us at One Lake Brewing in Oak Park on Wednesday, May 6 at 6:30pm for Mahjong 101, a beginner-friendly class that teaches the fundamentals of American mahjong in a fun, social setting. Your ticket includes a beer or glass of wine and a 2026 National Mah Jongg League card to take home.

Play mahjong, drink beer, do some good. Join us Thursday, April 30 at 7pm at Midwest Coast Brewing for a National Mahjong Day Open Play fundraiser benefiting the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights. Your $30 ticket includes a beer from MCB, and event proceeds will support immigrant and refugee communities across Illinois. Please note: this is an open play event with no instruction, so players should already feel comfortable playing on their own.

New card, new combos. Join us at Half Acre Beer Co on Friday, April 24 at 5:30pm for a 2026 NMJL Card Kickoff & Play session. We’ll spend the first 30 minutes reviewing highlights, key patterns, and strategy tips from the new card, then open the tables for play. 2026 cards will be available for purchase, and food and drinks are available from Half Acre’s menu.

Learn mahjong over a beer at Dovetail Brewery! Join us Wednesday, April 22nd at 6:30pm for Mahjong 101, a beginner-friendly class that teaches the fundamentals of American mahjong in a fun, social setting. Your $80 ticket includes one Dovetail beer and a 2025 National Mah Jongg League card to take home and use all year.

Tiles, beer, and leveling up your game — what more do you need? Join us for Mahjong 102 at Half Acre Beer Co on Sunday, April 19 at 2pm. This next-step class is designed for players who already know the basics and want guided play, strategy tips, and more confidence at the table. Your $60 ticket includes a beer from Half Acre, and food will be available to order from the menu.

New card, new combos. Join us at Half Acre Beer Co on Thursday, April 16 at 6:30pm for a 2026 NMJL Card Kickoff & Play session. We’ll spend the first 30 minutes reviewing highlights, key patterns, and strategy tips from the new card, then open the tables for play. 2026 cards will be available for purchase, and food and drinks are available from Half Acre’s menu.

Discover your newest hobby at Burning Bush Brewery! Join us for a welcoming Mahjong 101 class designed for total beginners who want to learn the fundamentals of American mahjong in a fun, social setting. Your ticket also includes an NMJL card to take home, and a drink to sip while you play.

Our instructors will teach you how the tiles work, walk you through basic gameplay, and help you play your first hands with confidence. No prior experience needed.

New card, new combos. Join us at Half Acre Beer Co on Sunday, April 12 at 2pm for a 2026 NMJL Card Kickoff & Play session. We’ll spend the first 30 minutes reviewing highlights, key patterns, and strategy tips from the new card, then open the tables for play. 2026 cards will be available for purchase, and food and drinks are available from Half Acre’s menu.

SPF and The Mahjong Society team up for Rallies & Racks — a four-week Monday night series combining pickleball and mahjong. Join us Mondays at 7pm from April 6 through 27 for beginner pickleball classes and Mahjong 101 & 102. Two games, new skills, and a great excuse to get out of the house. Participants receive 10% off food and drinks.