American Mahjong near Columbus

There are 10 places to play American mahjong in and around Columbus. Find players and join open games on BamBuddies.

Where to play in Columbus (8)

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• Jewish Community Center of Greater Columbus (JCC) Mahjong

  Columbus (Bexley/College Ave), OH

  Monthly open play (10a-12p or 6:30-8:30p) plus a 6-week beginners series

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• Riichi Mahjong Columbus

  Columbus (University District), OH

  Weekly public meetups at Game Arena (Thursdays)

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• Game Arena Mahjong

  Columbus (University District), OH

  Recurring, alternating Wednesdays/Thursdays 6-7pm; free, beginners welcome

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• Storyline Bookshop - Mahjong 101 (taught by Cap City Mahj)

  Upper Arlington (Tremont Center), OH

  Beginner Mahjong 101 workshops; $50 includes supplies and instruction

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• Clintonville Woman's Club Mah Jongg

  Columbus (Clintonville), OH

  Weekly/monthly mahjong play groups plus periodic tournaments

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• Columbus Mah Jongg Mavens

  Columbus, OH

  Recurring American Mahjong group (NMJL rules, current year card); schedule via contact

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• New Albany Senior Connections - Mahjong

  New Albany, OH

  Regular card-play including mahjong, most days of the week (members)

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• Reynoldsburg Senior Center - Mah Jongg

  Reynoldsburg, OH

  Mah Jongg offered among regular games/activities (year-round)

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American Mahjong teachers and lessons in Columbus (2)

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

• Cap City Mahj

  Columbus, OH

  Recurring American Mahjong 101/102 lessons and tournaments at venues like Wyandotte Winery and CBC Beer Hall

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• Let's Get Mahj'd

  Worthington / Columbus, OH

  Recurring Mahjong 101/102 classes + open play (e.g. at BASH! By Young + Wild, Worthington)

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Frequently asked

Where can I play American mahjong in Columbus?

There are 10 groups, teachers and recurring games listed above. Open BamBuddies to find games with open seats near you.

Can I take American mahjong lessons in Columbus?

Yes — 2 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?

Yes — BamBuddies is free for players. Find games, join groups and organize your own.

American Mahjong by town near Columbus

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