American Mahjong near Detroit

There are 15 places to play American mahjong in and around Detroit. Find players and join open games on BamBuddies.

Where to play in Detroit (14)

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• Mah Jongg Mommas

  Detroit metro (White Lake, MI base; multiple venues)

  Recurring Learn-to-Play series + open play (TPC Michigan June 23, July 7, July 21)

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• Mah Jongg Mommas Open Play at TPC Michigan

  Dearborn, MI

  Open play sessions (e.g. June 23, July 7, July 21)

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• Mah Jongg Mommas at Danialle's Clubhouse

  Birmingham, MI

  Recurring play/lessons via Mah Jongg Mommas

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• West Bloomfield Parks & Recreation Mah-Jongg

  West Bloomfield, MI

  Beginner & Advanced class series (registration via WB Parks)

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• Bloomfield Township Senior Services Mah-Jong

  Bloomfield Township, MI (4200 Telegraph Rd)

  Learn-to-Play, Thursdays 9:30-11:30 AM (June & July 2026 series)

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• The Village Club Beginning Mah Jong

  Bloomfield Hills, MI (190 East Long Lake Rd)

  Recurring beginner class series + member Mah Jongg Club play

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• Birmingham Next Mah Jongg

  Birmingham, MI (2121 Midvale St)

  Recurring Fridays 1:00-4:00 PM

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• Birmingham & Berkley First UMC Mah Jongg Open Play

  Birmingham, MI (1589 West Maple Rd)

  Mondays 6-8 PM & Saturdays 9 AM-12 PM, Sept-Nov; no registration

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• SEMI (Southeast Michigan Riichi) - Royal Oak

  Royal Oak, MI

  Recurring meetups (riichi club est. 2009)

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• SEMI (Southeast Michigan Riichi) - Detroit (Wayne State)

  Detroit, MI (Wayne State University campus)

  Recurring meetups (riichi club est. 2009)

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• SEMI (Southeast Michigan Riichi) - Livonia

  Livonia, MI

  Recurring meetups (riichi club est. 2009)

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• Meadowbrook Activity Center (Novi) Mah Jongg

  Novi, MI (25075 Meadowbrook Rd)

  Mah Jongg listed among recurring senior activities

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• Royal Oak Senior Community Center (Leo Mahany/Harold Meininger) Mah Jongg

  Royal Oak, MI (3500 Marais Ave)

  Mah Jongg listed among games offered

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• West Bloomfield Township Public Library Mahjong Program

  West Bloomfield, MI (4600 Walnut Lake Rd)

  Library-hosted mahjong programs; 2026 NMJL card sales via Friends

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American Mahjong teachers and lessons in Detroit (1)

One teacher runs lessons and beginner sessions in and around Detroit — whether you spell it mahjong or mah jongg. New to the game? Start here.

• Motor City Mahjong

  Metro Detroit (Downtown Detroit open play at Hudson's Detroit / Nick Gilbert Way)

  Private & group lessons; open play June 30, July 14, Aug 4, Aug 11

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Frequently asked

Where can I play American mahjong in Detroit?

There are 15 groups, teachers and recurring games listed above. Open BamBuddies to find games with open seats near you.

Can I take American mahjong lessons in Detroit?

Yes — one teacher is 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 Detroit

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

Birmingham, MI West Bloomfield, MI Royal Oak, MI Dearborn, MI Bloomfield Township, MI Bloomfield Hills, MI Livonia, MI Novi, MI

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