Join us for an afternoon of mahjong, mingling, and TAO Chicago’s signature Endless Sunday buffet!
Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
Seatings: 12:00 PM & 2:30 PM (approximately 2.5 hours each)
Location: TAO Chicago | 632 N Dearborn St, Chicago
Price: $85 per person, including taxes and fees
Your reservation includes:
TAO’s Endless Sunday buffet featuring dim sum, sushi, carving and omelet stations, signature favorites, and desserts
Mahjong open play with all materials provided
Fun prizes!
A few things to know:
This is an open play event for guests who already know how to play. No instruction will be provided.
Most tables will be set for American Mahjong. For other variations, or to request seating with friends booking separately, please email Nicolette.Waldman@taogroup.com.
Playing American Mahjong? Bring your 2026 NMJL card if you have one. We’ll have extras to share!
Come solo or bring your favorite foursome. We can’t wait to see you around the table!
Reserve your seating through OpenTable using the button below!
Join us for an evening of food, drinks, mingling, and Mahjong at TAO Chicago!
Date: Tuesday, January 5th, 2027 · 6:00–8:00 PM
Location: TAO Chicago · 632 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60654
Doors open at 5:00 PM for food and drinks, with TAO’s Happy Hour menu available for purchase. Click here to view the Happy Hour menu. Open play begins at 6:00 PM.
Price: $35 includes amusement tax and processing fees
Most tables will be set for American Mahjong, with a limited number available for guests who already know how to play another variation.
Please select your preferred Mahjong variation from the dropdown below.
Please note: This is an open play event. Guests should already know how to play, as instruction will not be provided.
Your ticket includes:
• 2 hours of Mahjong open play
• All Mahjong materials provided
• Raffle prizes
If playing American Mahjong, please bring your 2026 NMJL card if you have one. We’ll also have cards available to share.
Come solo or with friends and enjoy an evening of Mahjong at TAO Chicago!
Join us for an evening of food, drinks, mingling, and Mahjong at TAO Chicago!
Date: Tuesday, December 15th, 2026 · 6:00–8:00 PM
Location: TAO Chicago · 632 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60654
Doors open at 5:00 PM for food and drinks, with TAO’s Happy Hour menu available for purchase. Click here to view the Happy Hour menu. Open play begins at 6:00 PM.
Price: $35 includes amusement tax and processing fees
Most tables will be set for American Mahjong open play. A few sets will also be available for guests who already know and would like to play another variation of Mahjong.
Please select your preferred type of Mahjong from the dropdown menu when registering.
Please note: This is an open play event. Guests should already know how to play, as instruction will not be provided.
Your ticket includes:
• 2 hours of Mahjong open play
• All Mahjong materials provided
• Raffle prizes
If playing American Mahjong, please bring your 2026 NMJL card if you have one. We’ll also have cards available to share.
Come solo or with friends and enjoy an evening of Mahjong at TAO Chicago!
Join us for an evening of food, drinks, mingling, and Mahjong at TAO Chicago!
Date: Wednesday, November 18th, 2026 · 6:00–8:00 PM
Location: TAO Chicago · 632 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60654
Doors open at 5:00 PM for food and drinks, with TAO’s Happy Hour menu available for purchase. Click here to view the Happy Hour menu. Open play begins at 6:00 PM.
Price: $35 includes amusement tax and processing fees
Most tables will be set for American Mahjong, with a limited number available for guests who already know how to play another variation.
Please select your preferred Mahjong variation from the dropdown below.
Please note: This is an open play event. Guests should already know how to play, as instruction will not be provided.
Your ticket includes:
• 2 hours of Mahjong open play
• All Mahjong materials provided
• Raffle prizes
If playing American Mahjong, please bring your 2026 NMJL card if you have one. We’ll also have cards available to share.
Come solo or with friends and enjoy an evening of Mahjong at TAO Chicago!
Join us for an evening of American Mahjong at Grand Cru! Whether you’re looking for guided practice or ready for open play, we have an option for you.
Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 6:30–8:30 PM
Location: Grand Cru | 1119 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60642
Ticket Options:
General Open Play – $50: For players who are comfortable playing independently.
Guided Practice – $65: For players who know the basics but would benefit from additional guidance and support as they play.
Your ticket includes: 2 hours of American Mahjong | 2 glasses of wine | all Mahjong materials included
Please select your preferred option, General Open Play or Guided Practice, when purchasing your ticket.
Bring your 2026 card if you have one, but we’ll have plenty to share if needed.
Come solo or bring a friend — we have a spot at the table for everyone!
Can’t make all four weeks of our Fall League? Our drop in option lets you join us for any individual Wednesday of open play without signing up for the full league!
Date: Wednesdays, October 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2026 · 6:30–8:30 PM
Location: Gallery Cabaret · 2020 N Oakley Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Price: $35 per drop in
Your ticket includes:
• 2 hours of American Mahjong open play
• One drink
• Entry into that night’s weekly raffle
• All Mahjong materials
IMPORTANT: You must select the specific date you would like to attend from the dropdown menu when purchasing your ticket.
Drop in players are eligible for that night’s weekly raffle, but are not eligible for the Fall League grand prizes.
No instruction will be provided, so players should already know how to play American Mahjong independently.
Bring your 2026 NMJL card if you have one, but we’ll have some to share if needed.
Come solo or with friends! We’ll help organize players into tables.
Join us for an evening of food, drinks, mingling, and Mahjong at TAO Chicago!
Date: Tuesday, October 20th, 2026 · 6:00–8:00 PM
Location: TAO Chicago · 632 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60654
Doors open at 5:00 PM for food and drinks, with TAO’s Happy Hour menu available for purchase. Click here to view the Happy Hour menu. Open play begins at 6:00 PM.
Price: $35 includes amusement tax and processing fees
Most tables will be set for American Mahjong open play. A few sets will also be available for guests who already know and would like to play another variation of Mahjong.
Please note: This is an open play event. Guests should already know how to play, as instruction will not be provided.
Your ticket includes:
• 2 hours of Mahjong open play
• All Mahjong materials provided
• Raffle prizes
If playing American Mahjong, please bring your 2026 NMJL card if you have one. We’ll also have cards available to share.
Come solo or with friends and enjoy an evening of Mahjong at TAO Chicago!
Join us for Mahjong 101: a beginner American mahjong lesson designed for anyone looking to learn the game in a fun, relaxed cafe setting. No prior mahjong experience needed.
Date: Monday, December 7th, 2026 · 6:00 PM–8:30 PM
Location: Cafe Cremerie· 315 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607
Price: $65
Your ticket includes: one N.A. drink and pastry OR one alcohol drink | mahjong instruction | all mahjong materials included | a beginner guide to take home
Come learn American Mahjong and meet new friends!
Fly solo or bring a friend - there’s a spot for everyone at the table.
Join us for Mahjong 101: a beginner American mahjong lesson designed for anyone looking to learn the game in a fun, relaxed cafe setting. No prior mahjong experience needed.
Date: Monday, November 16th, 2026 · 6:00 PM–8:30 PM
Location: Cafe Cremerie· 315 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607
Price: $65
Your ticket includes: one nonalcoholic drink & pastry OR one alcohol drink | mahjong instruction | all mahjong materials included | a beginner guide to take home
Come sip coffee, grab a glass of wine or a pastry, learn American Mahjong, and meet new friends. Fly solo or bring a friend - there’s a spot for everyone at the table.
Join us for Bridge to Open Play within the walls of the stunning Altar Home! If you haven’t been before, now is your chance — and we highly encourage you to take a look at their Instagram beforehand!
Bridge to Open Play is designed for players who have taken a beginner lesson but want a little more support before jumping into open play. You’ll play full games with other players at a similar level while an instructor circulates to answer questions and provide guidance along the way.
Your ticket includes:
• 15–30 minutes of private shopping + 20% off
• 2 hours of guided play
• A glass of champagne
• All Mahjong materials included
• Raffle prizes
Date: Thursday, October 8th, 2026 · 6:00–8:30 PM
Location: Altar Home | 1858 W. Chicago Ave., Chicago, IL 60622 | Instagram: @altarhome
Price: $30 — includes amusement tax and processing fee
Bring your 2026 card if you have one, but we’ll have plenty to share if needed.
Come with friends or fly solo — we have a spot at the table for everyone!
Join us for Mahjong 101: a beginner American Mahjong lesson designed for anyone looking to learn!
Date: Tuesday, November 10th, 2026 · 6:00–8:30 PM
Location: Homey Chicago | 2110 W. Division St., Chicago, IL 60622
Price: $55 includes processing fee
Your ticket includes: 15 minutes of private shopping | Mahjong instruction | all Mahjong materials included | a beginner guide to take home
Come shop, learn American Mahjong, and meet new friends. Fly solo or bring a friend — there’s a spot for everyone at the table.
Join us for American Mahjong open play within the walls of the stunning Altar Home! If you haven’t been before, now is your chance - and we highly encourage you to take a look at their instagram beforehand!
Your ticket includes:
• 15 minutes of private shopping + 20% off
• 2 hours of open play
• A glass of champagne
• All Mahjong materials included
Date: Thursday, October 8th, 2026 · 6:00–8:30 PM
Location: Altar Home | 1858 W. Chicago Ave., Chicago, IL 60622 | https://www.instagram.com/altarhome
Price: $30 includes amusement tax and processing fee
Bring your 2026 card if you have one, but we’ll have plenty to share if needed.
Come with friends or fly solo — we have a spot at the table for everyone!
Join us for an evening of open play mahjong at Dandy Crown.
Date: Wednesday, Sept 23, 2026 · 6:30–8:30 PM
Location: Dandy Crown | 694 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60642
Price: $20 + $1.8 (amusement tax) + ($0.7 Processing Fee)
Your ticket includes: 2 hours of open play | fun prizes | all mahjong materials included
Bring your 2026 card if you have one, but we’ll have plenty to share if needed.
Come with friends or fly solo — we have a spot at the table for everyone!
Join us for Mahjong 101: a beginner American mahjong lesson designed for anyone looking to learn!
Date: Monday, September 28th, 2026 · 6:00 PM–8:30 PM
Location: Cafe Cremerie· 315 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607
Price: $50 $1.5 Squarespace processing fee
Your ticket includes: mahjong instruction | all mahjong materials included | a beginner guide to take home
Come sip coffee, grab a glass of wine, learn American Mahjong, and meet new friends. Fly solo or bring a friend—there’s a spot for everyone at the table.
Join us for Mahjong 101: a beginner American mahjong lesson designed for anyone looking to learn the game in a fun, relaxed cafe setting. No prior mahjong experience needed.
Date: Monday, September 21st, 2026 · 6:00 PM–8:30 PM
Location: Cafe Cremerie· 315 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607
Price: $50 +$1.5 processing fee
Your ticket includes: mahjong instruction | all mahjong materials included | a beginner guide to take home
Come sip coffee, grab a glass of wine or a pastry, learn American Mahjong, and meet new friends. Fly solo or bring a friend - there’s a spot for everyone at the table.
Join us for our first Fall League at Gallery Cabaret! Come play, meet other Mahj lovers, and enjoy four Wednesday nights of Mahjong, great company, and a little friendly competition.
Location: Gallery Cabaret (2020 N Oakley Ave, Chicago)
Dates: Every Wednesday in October (Oct 7, Oct 14, Oct 21, Oct 28)
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Price: $140 *Note Squarespace processing fee (3%) and Chicago Amusement Tax (9%) included in total price.
What’s Included:
Four weeks of Mahjong, all playing materials, weekly raffles, and end-of-league prizes!
1 drink ticket each week
The overall league winner will receive a complete (and very cute) mahjong set including tiles, racks, mat, and bag!
Just bring yourself and your 2026 card.
NOTE: if you want to join the league but cannot make all dates-collab with other players or find subs on our Connect with Other Players page.
Padel & Mahj Night at Union Padel Club!
Join us for an exciting evening featuring a Padel Lesson + American Mahjong Lesson or Open Play with Union Padel Club
Date: Friday, September 18th, 2026, 6:30-9:30 PM
Location: Union Padel Club: 207 N Paulina St, Chicago, IL 60612
Price: $60 + $1.8 processing fee
Ticket Includes: 1-hour Padel Lesson | 2 hours of American Mahjong (Introduction to Mahjong Lessons or Independent Open Play) | One Drink Ticket | All mahjong sets and padel equipment provided.
NOTE: This event offers options for both Introduction to Mahjong lessons or independent open play, alongside a guided padel lesson. NO instruction will be available if you sign up for an open play ticket.
Fly solo or with friends - there's a spot on the court and at the table for everyone!
Mahj Open Play Wine Tasting!
Come spend your evening with us for Open Play Mahjong + Wine Tasting!
Date: Tuesday, August 25th 2026, 6:00-8:30 PM
Location: Grand Cru Chicago: 1119 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60642
Price: $75 + $2.63 Squarespace fee
Ticket Includes: Open Play Mahjong or Guided Open Play | Curated Wine Tasting featuring 4 selections - 1 sparkling wine | 1 white wine, and 2 red wines | Light snacks | Raffle to win prizes | All mahjong materials provided.
NOTE: This event provides both guided open play (separate seating) and general open play. For general open play you will have the option to choose the table that best fits your experience level (based on availability).
Please bring your 2026 Card if you have one!
Fly solo or with friends - there’s a spot at the table for everyone!
Join us for Mahjong 101 a beginner-friendly American mahjong lesson designed for anyone looking to learn the game in a fun, relaxed setting over coffee. No prior mahjong experience needed.
Date: Monday, August 17, 2026 · 6:00 PM–8:30 PM
Location: Cafe Cremerie· 315 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607
Price: $50
Your ticket includes: mahjong instruction | all mahjong materials included | a beginner guide to take home
Come sip coffee, grab a glass of wine, learn American Mahjong, and meet new friends. Fly solo or bring a friend—there’s a spot for everyone at the table.
Not quite ready for full open play yet? This event is designed for players who have completed American Mahjong 101 or have a similar level experience and want a little more practice before jumping into regular open play.
The event is a guided open play brunch with players at a similar level, where we will provide instruction, answer questions as they come up, and build confidence in a supportive and social environment.
Price: $45
Date: Saturday August 15 2026
Time: 11 AM to 1:30 PM
Location: Gallery Cabaret | 2020 N. Oakley Ave. Chicago 60647
Your ticket includes: One drink ticket | Raffle for Prizes | All Mahjong Materials
Open to players who have completed Mahjong 101 or have beginner level American Mahjong experience.
Join us for Mahjong 101 a beginner-friendly American mahjong lesson designed for anyone looking to learn the game in a fun, relaxed setting over coffee. No prior mahjong experience needed.
Date: Monday, August 10, 2026 · 6:00 PM–8:30 PM
Location: Cafe Cremerie· 315 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607
Price: $50
Your ticket includes: mahjong instruction | all mahjong materials included | a beginner guide to take home
Come sip coffee, grab a glass of wine, learn American Mahjong, and meet new friends. Fly solo or bring a friend—there’s a spot for everyone at the table.
Join us for Mahjong 101 & Lattes, a beginner-friendly American mahjong lesson designed for anyone looking to learn the game in a fun, relaxed setting over coffee. No prior mahjong experience needed.
Date: Friday, August 14, 2026 · 1:00 PM–3:30 PM
Location: Loop Coffee · 810 W Washington Blvd., Chicago, IL 60607
Price: $65
Your ticket includes: mahjong instruction | coffee drink of your choice | all mahjong materials included | a beginner guide to take home
Come sip coffee, learn American Mahjong, and meet new friends. Fly solo or bring a friend—there’s a spot for everyone at the table.
Not quite ready for full open play yet? This event is designed for players who have completed Mahjong 101 and want a little more practice before jumping into regular open play.
Join us for a guided open play night with players at a similar level, where we will help reinforce gameplay, answer questions as they come up, and build confidence in a supportive and social environment.
This is the perfect next step for beginner players looking to get more comfortable with the flow of the game before attending open play independently.
$45 ticket includes all mahjong materials | One drink ticket | Raffle for Prizes
Date: Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: Clover | 722 W Grand Ave | Chicago, IL
Open to players who have completed Mahjong 101 or have beginner level American Mahjong experience.
Join us for an evening of open play mahjong featuring all the trending snacks, drinks, and prizes.
Date: Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 6:30–9:00 PM
Location: Clover · 722 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654
Price: $45
Your ticket includes: 2.5 hours of open play | one drink ticket | trending snacks | fun prizes | all mahjong materials included
Open Play is designed for players with a basic understanding of American Mahjong. While we’re happy to answer general questions, this is not a formal instructional event.
Bring your 2026 card if you have one, but we’ll have plenty to share if needed.
Come with friends or fly solo — we have a spot at the table for everyone!
Join us for Mahjong 101, a beginner friendly American mahjong lesson designed for players looking to learn in a fun, social setting. No prior mahjong experience needed.
Price:$65
Ticket includes mahjong instruction, one drink ticket, shared snacks and raffle prizes.
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Clover
722 W. Grand Ave. Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL 60654
Join us for Mahjong 101, a beginner friendly American mahjong lesson designed for players looking to learn in a fun, social setting. No prior mahjong experience needed.
Price:$65
Ticket includes mahjong instruction, one drink ticket, shared snacks and raffle prizes.
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Clover
722 W. Grand Ave. Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL 60654
Join us for Mahj & Mingle: Introduction to American Mahjong, a beginner friendly American mahjong lesson designed for players looking to learn in a fun, social setting. No prior mahjong experience needed.
Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026 · 11:00 AM–1:30 PM
Location: Gallery Cabaret · 2020 N Oakley Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Price: $65
Your ticket includes: mahjong instruction | one drink ticket | light brunch food | all mahjong materials included | a beginner guide to take home
Come learn mahjong and meet new friends. Fly solo or bring a friend, there is a spot for everyone at the table.
Come spend your Saturday with us for Brunch and Open Play Mahjong!
Date: Saturday, August 15th 2026 11:00 AM - 1:30PM
Location: Gallery Cabaret
2020 N. Oakley Ave. Chicago, IL 60647
Price: $45
Ticket Includes: 2.5 hours of Open Play Mahjong | Brunch Foods- Pastries, Fruit | one drink ticket for a Mimosa, Bloody Mary, Aperol Spritz, or NA drink | Raffle to win prizes
Open Play is designed for players with a basic understanding of American Mahjong. While we’re happy to answer general questions, this is not a formal instructional event.
All mahjong materials provided. Please bring your 2026 Card if you have one, if not we will have a few extras to share.
Fly solo or with friends!
We're so excited to host our very first Mahj & Mingle event!
Date : Monday, June 15, 2026 · 6:30–9:00 PM
Location: Kaiser Tiger · 1415 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
Price:$45
Your ticket includes: 2.5 hours of open play | one drink ticket. | shared charcuterie | all mahjong materials included | a few extra surprises for our first event
Open to all levels. Should have basic knowledge of American Mahjong.
Come as a group or by yourself. Mahjong has a way of bringing people together and making it easy to socialize and meet new friends.
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