Mahjong TeachersMahjong teachers in Raleigh, NC
We list 8 teachers and lesson companies and 1 studio for American mahjong in the Raleigh area. Teachers include Dana Lange / Learn Mah Jongg, Dirty Mahj and Let's Mahj. Studios include Mahj Styled Loft. Once you can play, there are 14 clubs and community games to join.
Schedules change, so use each listing's link to confirm the next class. Last checked October 2026. Something wrong? Every listing has a correction link.
Mahjong teachers and lessons in Raleigh
Instructors and companies that teach American mahjong, from first lessons to guided play.
Durham · Beginners welcome
Dana Lange / Learn Mah Jongg
A Durham-based teacher offering beginner, beyond-beginner, new-card, private, and traveling American mahjong classes, including sessions at Home for Entertaining in Cary.
Raleigh · Beginners welcome · Not American style
Dirty Mahj
A Raleigh mahjong group offering lessons, guided play, events, and tile rental around a non-NMJL version of the game.
- When
- Events, lessons, guided play, and local tile rental; an open-play series was planned but had not launched in the cited coverage.
Raleigh · Beginners welcome
Let's Mahj
A Raleigh American mahjong group that teaches classes and hosts social play.
- When
- Mahj 101 sessions are listed for Saturdays October 3 and 17, 2026 at 4:00 pm, with locations around North Hills and Wake Forest Road disclosed at registration.
Durham · Beginners welcome
Bull City Mahjong
A Durham teacher offering private lessons, private events, and public American mahjong events in Durham and Chapel Hill.
Raleigh · Beginners welcome
Holland House Mahjong
A North Raleigh teacher offering beginner American mahjong lessons and social play.
- When
- Beginner lesson Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 10:00 am–12:00 pm in Stonehenge, with social play and events also offered at venues such as Flask Cocktail Bar.
Cary · Beginners welcome
Mahj & Mingle x Tile Me Something Good
A Triangle lesson series offering beginner and beyond-beginner American mahjong classes in Cary and Raleigh.
- When
- Beginner lesson Monday, October 19, 2026, 6:00–8:30 pm at Cary Founded, plus a Mahjong 102 strategy lesson Monday, October 12, 2026, 6:00–7:30 pm at Raleigh Founded, 509 W North St, Suite 224, Raleigh, NC 27603.
- Where
- 167 E Chatham St, Suite 300, Cary, NC 27511
Raleigh · Beginners welcome
Mahj Madness Raleigh
A Raleigh teacher offering American mahjong lessons downtown and throughout the Triangle.
Fuquay-Varina · Beginners welcome
Mahj with McMillan
An American mahjong teacher offering beginner instruction, guided play, and private events across the Triangle.
- When
- October 2026 public sessions include beginner bootcamp in Holly Springs, Mahjong Mania in Holly Springs, and guided Mahjong Nights, plus private events.
Mahjong studios in Raleigh
Dedicated spaces with tables, sets and a calendar of classes and open play.
Wake Forest · Beginners welcome
Mahj Styled Loft
A dedicated Wake Forest mahjong loft offering lessons, open play, leagues, and private tables.
- When
- Open play multiple times per week at the Wake Forest loft, with lessons, leagues, and private tables available by booking.
Clubs and social groups in Raleigh
Regular games, leagues and meetups to join once you know the basics.
Raleigh · Beginners welcome
919 Mahj Club
A Raleigh American mahjong club offering instruction, guided tables, and open play at local venues.
- When
- Beginner classes, guided play, and open play at rotating Raleigh venues including Hallmark Creations, Hallmark Stonehenge Market, and Lilly Pulitzer.
Raleigh
Carolina Triangle Mahjong League
A tournament-style American mahjong league with Central, South Wake, and western Triangle chapters.
- When
- Fall 2026 runs for nine weeks, with Central chapter games Wednesdays 6:00–8:00 pm and South chapter games Thursdays 6:00–8:00 pm; chapters meet at venues including Simply Crepes, Bellini, Bull City Solera, and others across the Triangle.
Raleigh
Wake-Up N' Mahj Social Club
A Wake County drop-in American mahjong club for players who have completed its required lessons.
- When
- Drop-in American mahjong games run 7 days a week across Wake County; lessons are required before open play. Monday events have included Crooked Hammock Brewery, 4501 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612.
Cary · Beginners welcome
Cary Mahjong Club
A Cary American mahjong club with lessons, guided play, and social games at rotating venues.
- When
- Rotating open play, guided play, and lessons at venues including Sports & Social, Home for Entertaining, South Line Brewing, Bond Brothers, The Walk Up, and Prestonwood.
Raleigh
Five Star Downtown Mahjong Games
A weekly downtown Raleigh American mahjong game mentioned in a local community post.
- When
- Mondays.
Raleigh
Hallmark Creations Mahjong Group
A recurring Raleigh American mahjong group hosted at Hallmark Creations.
- Where
- Hallmark Creations, 9414 Falls of the Neuse Rd, Raleigh, NC
Raleigh · Beginners welcome
Mahj With R+M
A Raleigh American mahjong group offering Monday open play and occasional beginner classes at BottleRev3.
- When
- Mahj Mondays at BottleRev3 at 6:30 pm, with Mahjong 101 sessions at 5:30 pm on some Mondays; dates are listed through October 2026.
- Where
- 7713 Lead Mine Rd #47, Raleigh, NC 27615
Raleigh
Oakwood Mahjong Club
A Raleigh American mahjong club offering recurring Tuesday evening open play.
- When
- Tuesday evenings, 6:30–7:30 pm.
- Where
- Dock 1053, Raleigh, NC 17604
Community centers, libraries and more in Raleigh
Recurring games and classes hosted by JCCs, libraries, senior centers and other local venues.
Apex
Apex Senior Center Mahjong Socials
Apex Senior Center social games for people who already know mahjong and bring their own supplies.
- When
- October 5, November 9, and November 23, 2026, 6:00–8:00 pm; $5; ages 12 and up.
- Where
- 63 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502
Cary
Cary Regional Library Mah Jongg Mondays
A free Cary library game for experienced American mahjong players.
- When
- Free drop-in play from 9:30–11:00 am every 2nd and 4th Monday; the listing recurrence line also states the 2nd Monday only. Players should already know American Mah Jongg and bring a current card.
- Where
- 315 Kildaire Farm Rd, Cary, NC 27511
Raleigh
Hadassah Mah Jongg Tournament
A Hadassah American mahjong tournament fundraiser in Raleigh with the venue provided after registration.
- When
- Monday, October 12, 2026; the calendar header says 1:00–2:00 pm while the event text says 10:00 am–5:00 pm.
Chapel Hill
Seymour Center mah jongg
A recurring Chapel Hill mahjong game associated with Newcomers of Chapel Hill.
- When
- Thursdays at 12:30 pm.
Cary · Beginners welcome
Social Roll Mahjong at Downtown Cary Park
A free Downtown Cary Park social event welcoming both beginner and experienced American mahjong players.
- When
- Friday, December 11, 2026, 6:30–9:30 pm at the DCP Gathering House; free; ages 18 and up.
- Where
- 327 S. Academy St, Cary, NC 27511
Raleigh
The Flourish Market Mahjong Open Play
A recurring Raleigh Iron Works open-play gathering for American mahjong players.
- When
- Open play on the 2nd Thursday of each month at Raleigh Iron Works.
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Common questions
Where can a beginner take mahjong lessons in Raleigh?
Mahj Styled Loft, Dana Lange / Learn Mah Jongg, Dirty Mahj, Let's Mahj and Bull City Mahjong all teach or welcome beginners in the Raleigh area. Use each listing's link to see the next class.
What days are there mahjong classes or games in Raleigh?
Monday: Wake-Up N' Mahj Social Club, Five Star Downtown Mahjong Games and Mahj With R+M. Tuesday: Wake-Up N' Mahj Social Club and Oakwood Mahjong Club. Wednesday: Carolina Triangle Mahjong League and Wake-Up N' Mahj Social Club. Thursday: Carolina Triangle Mahjong League, Wake-Up N' Mahj Social Club and Seymour Center mah jongg. Friday: Wake-Up N' Mahj Social Club. Saturday: Wake-Up N' Mahj Social Club. Sunday: Wake-Up N' Mahj Social Club. Confirm with the teacher or group before you go, since schedules change.
How do I get a class or group listed in Raleigh?
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