AUG 19 · WED · 5:00 PM
Mahjong Open Play
Open play mahjong! Bring a friend or come solo. For those who know the basics. Tables open, tiles ready, and plenty of good company..
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Mahjong 101 hosted by Mahjong with Amy x Hyatt Regency Sonoma Wine Country
Learn to play Mahjong with Mahjong with Amy at the Hyatt Regency Sonoma Wine Country
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The greater Bay Area — East Bay, Peninsula, and South Bay — has one of the densest mahjong communities outside of major Asian metro hubs. Cupertino, Palo Alto, San Mateo, and Oakland all have weekly Hong Kong Mahjong games, and tech-company affinity groups run regular socials. American Mahjong is also present in suburban clubs and senior centers.
Mahjong in Bay Area — FAQ
Which Bay Area cities have the most mahjong events?
Cupertino, Palo Alto, Fremont, and San Mateo lead in volume, with San Jose, Oakland, and Berkeley close behind. The mix shifts by city — South Bay tends Hong Kong Mahjong-heavy, East Bay has more American Mahjong club activity.
Are there company or affinity-group mahjong events in the Bay?
Yes — several tech companies host internal mahjong meetups, and AAPI affinity groups across the Bay run quarterly tournaments and socials. Most are listed publicly when external attendees are welcome.
How does the Bay Area scene compare to San Francisco proper?
San Francisco events tend to skew toward Chinatown community centers and casual home-style games. The greater Bay Area has more organized clubs, recurring weekly meetups, and tournament-style play — and the geographic spread means you may need to drive 20-40 minutes to your closest game.