Mahjong in New Orleans

5 places to learn and play American Mahjong in New Orleans, LA: 2 open play nights, 2 classes and 1 tournament. Most groups meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

5 places

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Games Day (Mah Jongg, Rummikub, Bridge)

New Orleans JCC

New Orleans JCC - Uptown · New Orleans, LA

Tuesdays 12-3pm

  • New players welcome
  • Free

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Open playMTWTFSS

Tuesday Mahjong at Hotel Saint Vincent

Saint Mahj

Hotel Saint Vincent · New Orleans, LA

Tuesday Oct 13, 2026, 6:30-9pm (only date listed)

  • New players welcome

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Learn to Play Mahjong at The Exchange

The Exchange Pickleball + Bar

The Exchange Pickleball + Bar · New Orleans, LA

Thursdays Oct 15 and Oct 22, 2026, 6-8:30pm

  • New players welcome
  • $30 per person

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ClassMTWTFSS

Mah Jongg Classes (Uptown)

New Orleans JCC

New Orleans JCC - Uptown · New Orleans, LA

Learn to Play series, 5:30-8:30pm: Oct 26-Nov 5 (Mon/Thu) and Nov 30-Dec 8 (Mon/Tue)

  • New players welcome
  • $100 members / $125 non-members

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Harriet Kugler Memorial Mah Jongg Tournament

New Orleans JCC

New Orleans JCC (location not stated) · New Orleans, LA

Sunday Jan 24, 2027, 9am-3pm; registration opens Nov 10

  • New players welcome
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced
  • $72 members / $90 non-members

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Questions

Mahjong in New Orleans

Where can I take mahjong lessons in New Orleans?

2 places teach American Mahjong in New Orleans: Learn to Play Mahjong at The Exchange, Mah Jongg Classes (Uptown).

Is there mahjong open play in New Orleans?

Yes. Games Day (Mah Jongg, Rummikub, Bridge), Tuesday Mahjong at Hotel Saint Vincent run regular games, most often on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Are there free mahjong games in New Orleans?

Games Day (Mah Jongg, Rummikub, Bridge) lists free games. Check the website before you go.

Can a complete beginner play mahjong in New Orleans?

Yes. Games Day (Mah Jongg, Rummikub, Bridge), Tuesday Mahjong at Hotel Saint Vincent, Learn to Play Mahjong at The Exchange, Mah Jongg Classes (Uptown) and 1 more welcome new players. You can also learn the basics first with a guided game in the Mahj Call app.

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