Open Play

  • Register for each open play session by selecting an event in the calendar. RSVP for yourself and others who are joining you.
  • Details such as schedule, what to expect, and venue details are within each event’s page.
Calendars
Days of the Week
Time of Day
Speakers
Venues
Tags
Month
Week
Day
SunS
MonM
TueT
WedW
ThuT
FriF
SatS
1
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Mahjong Sunday Funday @ The Pool Turtle
2
3
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Open Play American Mahjong @ Pool Turtle
4
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Open Play Mahjong @ Bench Warmers
5
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Introduction to American Mahjong
6
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Friday Lunch & Open Play @ Cafe Lily Decatur
7
8
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Mahjong Sunday Funday @ The Pool Turtle
9
10
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Open Play American Mahjong @ Pool Turtle
11
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Open Play Mahjong @ Bench Warmers
12
13
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Friday Lunch & Open Play @ Cafe Lily Decatur
14
15
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Mahjong Sunday Funday @ The Pool Turtle
16
17
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Open Play American Mahjong @ Pool Turtle
18
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Open Play Mahjong @ Bench Warmers
19
20
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Friday Lunch & Open Play @ Cafe Lily Decatur
21
22
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Mahjong Sunday Funday @ The Pool Turtle
23
24
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Open Play American Mahjong @ Pool Turtle
25
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Open Play Mahjong @ Bench Warmers
26
27
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Friday Lunch & Open Play @ Cafe Lily Decatur
28
29
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Mahjong Sunday Funday @ The Pool Turtle
30
1
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Open Play American Mahjong @ Pool Turtle
2
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Open Play Mahjong @ Bench Warmers
3
-
Introduction to American Mahjong
4
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Friday Lunch & Open Play @ Cafe Lily Decatur
5

FAQs

Q: Do I need my own Mahjong set?

A: Not at all. You are welcome to bring your own set, but bringing one is completely optional—the club usually provides sets, and other players are happy to share.

Q: What should I bring to my first open play session?
A: Just yourself and a 2026 National Mah Jongg League Card (if you have one). Most people like to just hang out and observe for their first session. Then you’ll be hooked! Note that the NMJL usually releases a new card in late March of each year.

Q: What kind of Mahjong do you play?
A: Our club primarily plays American Mahjong, but we’re happy to introduce other styles depending on interest. We are also exploring two-player Siamese Mahjong, which will give us more options for managing overflow and rotations (see next question).

Q: How long does a game take?
A: Open play gatherings usually run 2+ hours, but a single hand can take just 10–15 minutes once you get the hang of it.

Q: Do you keep score or just play casually?
A: Both! Some sessions are purely social, while others follow official scoring rules. Beginners are welcome in either setting.

Q: Is there an age requirement?
A: Mahjong is a game for all ages, though our club is geared toward adults.