American Mahjong Guide

American Mahjong in Baltimore

Clubs, lessons, and events near Baltimore, MD — filter by beginner-friendly, free, lessons, open play, or social.

Getting Started in Baltimore

Baltimore's listings span the wider metro. The Tiles Social Club hosts open play and lessons at cafes and other public venues, Severna Park Community Center runs a beginner MAHJ 101 course and guided open play, and Howard County Library holds a meet-up for all levels. Iris Pressman and other local teachers offer private and group lessons. Since play is spread across venues, check the calendar and how far you will need to travel before your first visit.

New to the game? Read What Is American Mahjong? and the Beginner Guide before your first visit.

Mahjong Clubs

3 clubs match these filters.

  • Howard County Library - Miller Branch Mah Jongg Meet Up

    Beginner FriendlyOpen PlaySocialFree

    Recurring American Mah Jongg meetup for all levels at Miller Branch in Ellicott City.

    2nd and 4th Tuesdays monthly, 6:30-8:00 PM; American Mah Jongg, all levels.

    Visit Howard County Library - Miller Branch Mah Jongg Meet Up's website

    Verified Sep 2026 · Source

  • Severna Park Community Center - Mahj in the Park

    Beginner FriendlyLessons AvailableOpen PlaySocial

    American Mahjong program with beginner lessons and guided open play; sessions explicitly use the NMJL card/rules.

    MAHJ 101 Oct 7, 14 and 28, 2026; Open Play Mahjoween Oct 29, 2026.

    Visit Severna Park Community Center - Mahj in the Park's website

    Verified Sep 2026 · Source

  • The Tiles Social Club

    Beginner FriendlyLessons AvailableOpen PlaySocial

    Baltimore American Mahjong community hosting recurring open play, lessons and leagues at multiple public venues.

    Current calendar includes October open play and lesson sessions at Cool Beans, Copper Shark, Chesapeake Wine Co, Vessel and other venues.

    Visit The Tiles Social Club's website

    Verified Sep 2026 · Source

American Mahjong Lessons

  • Heather S.

    Private LessonsGroup Lessons

    MahJongg Maven lists Heather S. in Baltimore as an American Mahjong teacher for beginners.

    Verified Sep 2026 · Source

  • Iris Pressman / Hi Mahj

    Private LessonsGroup Lessons

    American Mah Jongg instructor teaching in Baltimore May-October; follows National Mah Jongg League rules and teaches beginners and strategy.

    Visit Iris Pressman / Hi Mahj's website

    Verified Sep 2026 · Source

Upcoming Events

  • Sunday Mahjong Open Play at Cool BeansOct 4
  • MAHJ 101Oct 7
  • Open Play MahjoweenOct 29