American Mahjong near Cleveland

There are 11 places to play American mahjong in and around Cleveland. Find players and join open games on BamBuddies.

Where to play in Cleveland (8)

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• Cleveland Mahjong Collective

  Cleveland (Detroit-Shoreway / Gordon Square), OH

  Recurring open play, lessons & leagues; e.g. Summer Mahjong Mingle at Ninja City, 6706 Detroit Ave, Thu Jul 9 2026 6:00 PM

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• Southwest Cleveland Mahjong

  Brunswick, OH (Market 42, 2099 Pearl Rd)

  Recurring Mahjong 101/102 & Open Play, ~weekly Tuesdays 6:00 PM at Market 42

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• Case Western Reserve University Mahjong Club

  Cleveland (University Circle), OH 44106 — 10900 Euclid Ave

  Student club meetings & tournaments; mahjong sets provided at meetings

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• New Clevelanders Mah Jongg Group

  Cleveland metro (members rotate hosting), OH

  2nd & 4th Mondays, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM; beginners' table; periodic lessons

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• Beachwood Community Center

  Beachwood, OH 44122 — 25325 Fairmount Blvd

  Free weekly games 12:30–3:30 PM; mahjong or canasta Mondays & Wednesdays; beginner lessons offered

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• Mayfield Village Community Center

  Mayfield Village, OH

  Mahjong offered as part of recurring senior/community programming

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• Mah Jongg at Miller Nature Preserve (Lorain County Metro Parks)

  Avon, OH — 2739 Center Rd, Miller Nature Preserve

  Sundays 9 a.m.–12 p.m., recurring weekly (spring 2026 session through mid-June); certified instructor teaches basics

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• Cleveland Eastern Suburbs Mah Jongg Group (Lancaster Country Club)

  Cleveland Eastern Suburbs, OH (Lancaster Country Club)

  Flexible Monday evenings 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Intermediate/Advanced

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American Mahjong teachers and lessons in Cleveland (3)

3 teachers run lessons and beginner sessions in and around Cleveland — whether you spell it mahjong or mah jongg. New to the game? Start here.

• Amy Myers Mahj

  Cleveland (East Side), OH 44022

  By arrangement — beginner & intermediate classes, guided play, strategy sessions, group lessons, league play

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• Mary Teaches Mahjong (Mary Murphy)

  Cleveland, OH

  By arrangement — lessons and guided play (NMJL current-year card)

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• Mahjong IRL (Erini Heffernan)

  Lakewood & West Side Cleveland, OH

  Classes & open play (e.g. Mahjong 102: Beyond the Basics, Lakewood, Apr 2026); schedule via Eventbrite/Instagram

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Frequently asked

Where can I play American mahjong in Cleveland?

There are 11 groups, teachers and recurring games listed above. Open BamBuddies to find games with open seats near you.

Can I take American mahjong lessons in Cleveland?

Yes — 3 teachers are listed above, running lessons and beginner sessions. Most welcome complete beginners.

Is it spelled mahjong or mah jongg?

Both are used. Mah jongg is the older, traditional spelling (you will also see mahjongg); mahjong is the more common modern one. They are the same game, and the groups listed above use both.

Do I need a full group to join?

No — find open games that need players, or post your own and let the app fill the table.

Is BamBuddies free?

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American Mahjong by town near Cleveland

Looking for a specific town? These have their own page.

Brunswick, OH Lakewood, OH Cleveland metro, OH Mayfield Village, OH Cleveland Eastern Suburbs, OH

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