Mahjong classes, clubs and open play in Chicago (2026)
This page lists 13 places to learn or play mahjong in the Chicago area, with listings in Chicago, Hinsdale, Park Ridge, Glenview and Elmhurst. 9 are classes or teachers offering lessons; the rest are open play sessions and clubs. 2 have 2026 dates on the organiser's own page; the rest come from organiser pages or local guides, so confirm the time and price with the organiser before you go.
Listed for 2026 the organiser's own page shows 2026 dates (some may be past terms that repeat). Organiser listing organiser's page, not dated. Check before you go found in a news story or guide; confirm with the organiser. Listings checked 2026-10-20. Times and prices change, so always confirm before you go.
13 listings in Chicago
Harbor Mahjong - Signature Beginner Class
Listed for 2026Dana Rebecca Designs showroom, Magnificent Mile, IL
Type: class · Style: American · Level: beginner
When: Thu Oct 1 2026, 6:00-8:00 PM
Cost: $75 (materials incl.)
Details and sign-up →Hinsdale Public Library - Learn to Play American Mah Jongg
Listed for 2026Immanuel Hall, Hinsdale, IL
Type: class · Style: American · Level: beginner
When: Wed July 15 2026, 6:30-8:30 PM (2-session class)
Cost: not stated (supplies provided)
Details and sign-up →Bams and Babes Mahjong
Check before you goVarious, La Grange, IL
Type: teacher · Style: American · Level: all
When: Lessons
Details and sign-up →Lily Pad Mahjong Parlor
Check before you goLily Pad Mahjong Parlor, Wrigleyville, IL
Type: open play · Level: all
When: Open play sessions and classes; league launching (Sept 2025)
Details and sign-up →Mahj With Stacey
Check before you goVarious, Lincoln Park, IL
Type: teacher · Level: all
When: Private group lessons, social club, corporate events
Details and sign-up →Mahjong Maestra
Check before you goVarious, Buffalo Grove, IL
Type: teacher · Style: American · Level: all
When: Lessons (American and Riichi)
Details and sign-up →Mahjong Mischief LLC
Check before you goVarious, DuPage County, IL
Type: teacher · Style: American · Level: all
When: Lessons and events (Elmhurst, Hinsdale, Westmont)
Details and sign-up →North Shore Mahjong
Check before you goVarious, Park Ridge, IL
Type: teacher · Level: all
When: Lessons and events
Details and sign-up →Posh Pungs
Check before you goVarious, Chicago, IL
Type: teacher · Level: beginner
When: Lessons
Details and sign-up →So Bam Fun - American Mahjong at Goddess and the Baker
Check before you goGoddess and the Baker (Superior), River North, IL
Type: open play · Style: American · Level: all
When: Sun June 14 2026, 11:30 AM-2:00 PM (recurring 'returns')
Cost: $35 incl. coffee + pastry
Details and sign-up →The Mahjong Moment
Check before you goVarious, Chicago, IL
Type: teacher · Level: all
Details and sign-up →The Mahjong Society
Check before you goVarious, Chicago, IL
Type: club · Level: all
When: Lessons and events
Details and sign-up →The Social Tiles
Check before you goVarious, North Shore, IL
Type: club · Level: all
When: Beginner lessons, weekly leagues, pop-ups
Details and sign-up →
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