DC has a quietly active mahjong community concentrated in Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and across the Maryland and Virginia suburbs, with Hong Kong Mahjong games in Rockville and Falls Church and American Mahjong clubs at JCCs and synagogues across the metro.
MAY 24
Sunday · 5:00 PM
Mahjong United x LowBowL Supper x CAMDC on Sunday, May 24
Mahjong + food + community. Join Mahjong United x LowBowL Supper on 5/24 for a curated mahjong gathering with bites and connection @CAMDC
MAY 28
Thursday · 5:00 PM
Mahjong Meet Up at Bear Chase!
A fun night of Mahjong for players who already know how to play, with an instructor on-site for rule clarifications and prizes for winners!
MAY 29
Friday · 5:00 PM
Mahjong 2.0: Strategy & Scoring in Hong Kong/ Traditional Style Mahjong
This event helps you go beyond chicken hand. Master scoring, strategy, and higher-value hands in HK-style play:
JUN 4
Thursday · 5:00 PM
Mahjong on the Hill (June 4)
This program is designed for adults who are curious about Mahjong, enjoy social games, or are looking for a fun way to connect with others.
JUN 10
Wednesday · 5:00 PM
American Mahjong for Beginners
Learn American Mahjong in this beginner-friendly class.
Mahjong in Washington DC — FAQ
Where can I play mahjong in Washington DC?
American Mahjong clubs meet weekly at JCCs and synagogues in Bethesda, Rockville, Potomac, and Northern Virginia. Hong Kong Mahjong games are concentrated in Rockville, Wheaton, and Falls Church Asian American community centers.
Are there mahjong groups in Northern Virginia?
Yes — Falls Church, McLean, Vienna, and Tysons Corner all have recurring weekly games. The Eden Center area in Falls Church anchors much of the Hong Kong Mahjong activity for the region.
Are there beginner mahjong sessions in DC?
JCCs across the metro run American Mahjong beginner sessions seasonally. For Hong Kong Mahjong, look for cultural-center workshops — they run a few times a year and fill quickly.
Ongoing Series
Weekly
DC Drop-In Mah Jongg — MLK Library Mondays
Weekly drop-in mahjong every Monday at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Central Library. No registration required — just show up and play.
One-time
DC Riichi Mahjong Open 2026
ARA-certified two-day Riichi mahjong tournament open to all skill levels. Multiple rounds of competitive play with prizes based on performance.