Where can I play mahjong in New York?
You can play mahjong in New York at Hong Kong Mahjong games in Chinatown and Flushing, and American Mahjong clubs on the Upper East Side.
New York has a deep, multi-generational mahjong scene — Hong Kong Mahjong is widespread in Chinatown, Flushing, and Sunset Park, while American Mahjong has a strong club presence on the Upper East Side and across Long Island and Westchester. Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens each have distinct event calendars.
JUL 7
Tuesday · 5:00 PM
Weekly Tuesday pinkFROG mahjong x Game Night
Attention to all game lovers! You are invited join us on Tuesdays for fun Game Night. Let's Mingle, Enjoy Food, Drink and Music!
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Wednesday · 5:00 PM
Mahjong Night at Kings Co Imperial
Family Style Chinese Feast & guided Chinese/Hong Kong Mahjong at Kings Co Imperial included. Learn, play, and feast in an intimate setting.
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Thursday · 5:00 PM
Mahjong Open Play/ Guided Play at Talea Cobble Hill
Wine, Apps, and Wins
Are you the organizer?JUL 11
Saturday · 5:00 PM
Weekly Saturday pinkFROG mahjong Brunch
Attention to all mahjong lovers! You are invited join us on Saturdays 12 Noon for fun Mahjong, Brunch with Live Music!
Are you the organizer?JUL 11
Saturday · 5:00 PM
Riichi Mahjong Learn-and-Play
Join us for our biweekly Riichi learn-and-play event. Beginners and veterans alike are welcome to come out and toss some tiles around!
Are you the organizer?JUL 20
Monday · 5:00 PM
Biweekly pinkFROG mahjong Monday Night
️FIRST COME FIRST SERVE️! Come join us for Biweekly Mahjong Night at pinkFROG cafe! Open Floor, all levels are welcome! ️
Are you the organizer?JUL 22
Wednesday · 5:00 PM
Mahjong 101 - for Beginners!
Join us for a fun and engaging introduction to the world of Mahjong. We'll teach you of the basics, rules, the tiles, & strategies!
Are you the organizer?JUL 22
Wednesday · 5:00 PM
How to Score Points in Mahjong
Come join Dragons Den Mahjong at Kings Co Imperial, Brooklyn for a lesson on how to score points using the widely popular Hong Kong Scoring
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Thursday · 5:00 PM
FREE Mahjong Club: Presented by HobbyCon
Welcome all new and seasoned American Mahjong Players!
Are you the organizer?JUL 30
Thursday · 5:00 PM
Mahjong Parlor
Mahjong Parlor: a cozy night of tiles, shared tables, and community ♡
Are you the organizer?AUG 5
Wednesday · 5:00 PM
Mahjong Night at Kings Co Imperial
Join Dragons Den Mahjong for an intimate evening of Hong Kong Mahjong at Kings Co Imperial
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Wednesday · 5:00 PM
Mahjong Mingle Night at Kings Co.
Join Dragons Den for their first open play, free-flow mahjong night. Great for socializing!
Are you the organizer?SEP 23
Wednesday · 5:00 PM
Mahjong Tournament Mid-Autumn Festival at Kings Co
Join Dragons Den Mahjong for our first Tournament and mid-Autumn Feast Celebration!
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Where can I play mahjong in NYC?
Manhattan Chinatown and Flushing host Hong Kong Mahjong daily — both casual and stakes games. Brooklyn cafés and Queens cultural centers run regular sessions. American Mahjong groups gather at synagogues, JCCs, and senior centers across the boroughs and Long Island.
Are there mahjong clubs or membership groups in New York?
Yes — several long-running American Mahjong clubs operate on the Upper East Side and in suburbs like Great Neck and Scarsdale, with weekly club games. Hong Kong Mahjong tends to be organized through community associations rather than ticketed clubs.
Where can a beginner learn mahjong in NYC?
Look for American Mahjong classes at JCCs, the 92nd Street Y, and community centers across the boroughs. For Hong Kong Mahjong, Chinatown-area cultural centers occasionally run intro nights — check the events list for dates.
Ongoing Series
Weekly
Sparrow's Nest Studio — Mahjong Classes & Competitions
Manhattan's dedicated mahjong studio, teaching classes, organizing competitions, and growing the mahjong community in the US for over 14 years.
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OK Let's Mahjong — NYC Lessons & Open Play
Seasoned instructors offering hands-on mahjong lessons in New York City. Multiple weekly sessions for beginners through advanced players.
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Green Tile Social Club — Monthly Mahjong Night
Pop-up mahjong events rooted in celebrating the Asian American experience. Teaching hours for beginners, open play for experienced players. Monthly ev...
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Riichi Nomi NYC — Members Mahjong Nights
Exclusive members-only Riichi mahjong club in NYC. Regular tournaments and social events for Japanese-style mahjong players.
Are you the organizer?Weekly
Mahjong Palace — Sunday Sessions at Hutong NYC
Mahjong Palace (MJP), founded in NYC in September 2024, hosts social mahjong teaching and playing sessions at curated venues like art galleries and cu...
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Bryant Park Mah Jongg Social — Thursdays
Free Thursday afternoon Mah Jongg socials at Bryant Park, hosted and organized by Linda Fisher. NMJL-style play. All skill levels welcome. Equipment a...
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Riichi Nomi NYC — Weekly Sunday Meetup
America's largest Riichi Mahjong club, based in NYC. Free weekly Sunday meetups in Midtown. Ranked games, teaching tables for beginners, monthly stand...
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Chop Suey Club — 2026 CSC Mahjong League Nights
Chop Suey Club's legendary Mahjong Night series at Ace Hotel NYC. Open play tables, private tables, lessons for the curious. The 2026 CSC Mahjong Lead...
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