American Mahjong Events in
Bethesda, Chevy Chase & Rockville, MD
Join Mahj Over Matter for upcoming American Mahjong events across Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and Rockville, MD. Whether you’re brand new to the tiles or ready to play socially, our gatherings blend learning, connection, and fun for every level.
Upcoming Mahjong Events
Whether you’re learning Mahjong for the first time, building confidence, or looking for fun ways to play, Mahj Over Matter offers events throughout the year designed to help you strengthen your game, build confidence, and connect with other players.
⭐ Featured Event
August Mahj Boot Camp
Mahj Room – Chevy Chase, MD
Sunday, August 9
10:30 AM–3:30 PM
A full day of learning designed for beginners and newer players. Choose the session that’s right for you:
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Mahj 101: Foundations (10:30 AM–1:00 PM)
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Mahj 102: Building Confidence (1:30 PM–1:00 PM)
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Full Mahj Boot Camp Experience (10:30 AM–3:30 PM; includes lunch)
🍕 Next Up
Pungs & Pizza: Coached Open Play
Mahj Room – Chevy Chase, MD
Wednesday, August 12
6:30 PM–8:30 PM
A relaxed evening of coached play for players who have completed Mahj 102, a Mahj Boot Camp, or have equivalent experience. Build confidence through real gameplay, personalized coaching, pizza, and refreshments.
⭐ Coming This Fall
Mahjong Confidence Club
Mahj Room – Chevy Chase, MD
An exciting new 8-week coached play experience for players who are ready to strengthen their game through regular practice, personalized coaching, and a supportive community.
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✨ Mahj Boot Camps
✨ Mahj 102: Building Confidence Workshops
✨ Mahjong Confidence Club (Coming Fall 2026)
✨ Restaurant Mahjong Events
✨ Special Mahjong Nights & Collaborations
Past Mahjong Events
Mahj & Nosh at DIG
DIG Inn — Downtown Bethesda
Thursday June 25
1:00- 3:30 PM
Monday Mahj at Kumbia
Kumbia Restaurant — Rockville Town Center
Monday, June 22
6:00- 8:30 PM
Learn. Play. Connect.
Join us for a fun and welcoming evening of American Mahjong at Kumbia.
Choose from Open Play or a dedicated Mahj 101 mini-lesson. Players who are still building confidence may request placement at a beginner-friendly table.
Admission includes hearty shared appetizers, one raffle ticket, and happy hour pricing on select beverages.
Pungs & Pizza: Coached Open Play + Strategy
Mahj Room — Chevy Chase, MD
Wednesday, June 17
6:00- 8:30 PM
Build Confidence. Refine Strategy. Enjoy the Game.
We’ll begin with a brief strategy discussion before moving into coached open play.
Designed for players who know the basics and are ready to build confidence through real gameplay.
Pizza and refreshments included. All equipment provided.
Mahj 102: Building Confidence
Mahj Room — Chevy Chase, MD
Sunday, June 14
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Learn the Game. Build Confidence. Discover the Joy.
Designed for players who know the fundamentals of American Mahjong but want to feel more confident playing independently.
We’ll focus on:
✨ When and how to select a hand
✨ Charleston strategy and decision-making
✨ Evaluating options as the game progresses
✨ Knowing when to pivot and when to stay the course
Refreshments included.
Pungs & Pizza: Strategy + Coached Open Play
Mahj Room — Chevy Chase, MD
Wednesday, May 27
6:00-8:30 PM
A relaxed, small-group session featuring strategy tips followed by coached open play.
Perfect for players who know the basics and want to build confidence through real gameplay.
Monday Mahj With a Mission
Kumbia — Rockville Town Center
Monday, May 18
6:30-8:30 PM
An evening of Mahjong, community, and connection in support of Mental Health Awareness Month.
✨ Mahj 101 mini-lesson + guided play
✨ Shared appetizers + raffle prizes
✨ Community connection for a meaningful cause
Mahj 102/201: Building Confidence Workshop
Mahj Room — Chevy Chase, MD
Sunday, May 17
11:00 AM-2:00 PM
For players who know the basics and want to build confidence through supported play, strategy, and real-game experience.
Includes guided play, coaching, lunch, and refreshments.
Mahj 101: Learn the Game Workshop
Mahj Room — Chevy Chase, MD
Sunday, May 3
11:00 AM-2:00 PM
Learn the fundamentals of American Mahjong in a small, supportive group setting — no experience needed.
We’ll cover tile recognition, how to read the NMJL card, the Charleston, and the flow of the game so you can begin playing with confidence.
All materials are provided. Includes a light lunch and refreshments.
Monday Mahj at Guapo's (Beginner-Friendly Tables)
Downtown Bethesda
Monday, April 27
6:30-8:30 PM
Pizza & Pungs: 2026 NMJL Card Review + Guided Play
Mahj Room — Chevy Chase, MD
Wednesday April 22
6:00–8:30 PM
Ready to feel more confident playing with the 2026 card?
This session is designed for players who have taken at least one lesson and want to build confidence through guided play.
We’ll start with a guided walkthrough of the 2026 card, focusing on practical, usable strategies — then move into supported open play.
Pizza and refreshments are included.
Small group — space is limited.
Mahj 102/201: Building Confidence Workshop
Mahj Room — Chevy Chase, MD
Saturday, April 18
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Ready to feel more confident at the table?
This workshop is designed for players who know the basics and want to start playing with more ease and clarity.
In this session, we’ll focus on:
• choosing a hand
• game flow and decision-making
• building confidence through guided play
Best suited for players who have taken a Mahj 101 lesson or have basic familiarity with the game.
Light lunch and refreshments are included.
Small group — space is limited.
Mahj 101: Learn the Game Workshop
Mahj Room — Chevy Chase, MD
Saturday, April 11
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Monday Mahj at Kumbia - Mahj Madness Edition
Rockville Town Center
Monday, March 30
6:30 PM–8:30 PM
Mahj Madness is a social American Mahjong night with open play and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
Now featuring the 2026 card.
A limited number of beginner-friendly tables will be available for players who have taken a lesson and are building confidence, with light coaching offered as needed.
Heavy appetizers and a raffle ticket are included, and drinks are available at happy hour pricing.
Mahj & Nosh at Tommy Joe’s
Downtown Bethesda
Wednesday, March 25
2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Mahj & Nosh is a relaxed daytime Mahjong gathering with open play and a lively social atmosphere. New players may join a full Mahj 101 lesson with guided instruction, while experienced players enjoy open play on designer Mahjong sets. Shared appetizers are included and drinks are available at happy hour pricing.
Mahj 102/201: Building Confidence Workshop
Chevy Chase, MD
Sunday, March 22
11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Extended guided play focused on real-time decision-making, strategy, and game flow.
Ideal for players who know the basics and want to feel confident playing independently at social events.
Light lunch and refreshments included. Limited seating for personalized attention.
Mahj 101: Learn the Game Workshop
Chevy Chase, MD
Sunday, March 8
11:00 AM–2:00 PM
A structured 3-hour workshop designed for brand-new players. We cover fundamentals, hand structure, the Charleston, and move into guided play with tiles on top of the racks.Light lunch and refreshments included. Limited seating for personalized attention.
Monday Mahj with a Mission at Guapo’s
Downtown Bethesda
Monday, March 2
6:30–8:30 PM
Mahj & Nosh at Tommy Joe’s
Downtown Bethesda
Wednesday, February 25
2:30–5:00 PM
A relaxed daytime Mahjong gathering with shared appetizers, happy hour drinks, and open play in a welcoming private space, plus a dedicated Mahj 101 table for brand-new players.
Monday Mahj at Kumbia — Mardi Gras Edition
Rockville Town Center
Monday, February 16
6:30–8:30 PM
An evening Mahjong event with thoughtfully arranged tables for all experience levels, hearty shared appetizers, happy hour drinks, prizes, and festive Mardi Gras touches.
Mahj 102/201:
Building Confidence Workshop
Chevy Chase, MD
Sunday, February 8
11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Mahj 102/201: Building Confidence Workshop is a coached, small-group session for players who know the basics and are ready to strengthen hand selection, Charleston strategy, and confident independent play. We’ll focus on how to evaluate your tiles, narrow options on the NMJL card, and make smarter decisions as the game progresses — with guided play throughout.
This 3-hour workshop includes light lunch and refreshments. Space is intentionally limited to 16 players to allow for individualized coaching and plenty of hands-on practice.
Cost: $75 per person.
This workshop is an ideal next step for players who have taken a Mahj 101 lesson (or equivalent) and want more confidence before jumping into regular open play.
Monday Mahj at Kumbia — Rockville Town Center
Monday, January 19, 2026 | 6:30–8:30 pm
100 Gibbs St., Rockville MD
Join us on Martin Luther King Jr. Day for our first-ever event at Kumbia — a vibrant Latin American restaurant with hearty appetizers, happy hour drink specials, and a fantastic layout for Mahjong. Open play for experienced players and a guided Mahj 101 table for new players.
Monday Mahj at Guapo’s — Downtown Bethesda
Monday, January 12, 2026 | 6:30–8:30 pm
8130 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda MD
Our beloved Guapo’s event returns! Enjoy a warm atmosphere, hearty appetizers, and that signature Monday Mahj energy — with open play for experienced players and a guided Mahj 101 table for new players.
“Jennifer is a wonderful teacher — patient, clear, and really thorough. The food and drink at Guapo’s were an added bonus.”
— Hattie U., December Guapo’s event
Mahj & Munch at Tommy Joe’s — Downtown Bethesda
Thursday, January 8, 2026 | 12:00–2:30 pm
7940 Norfolk Ave., Bethesda MD
A relaxed daytime Mahjong session with open play for experienced players and a guided Mahj 101 table for new players. Guests are encouraged to order lunch and/or drinks to support the venue while enjoying social play in a bright, welcoming space.
Mahj & Munch is designed to be welcoming, social, and low-pressure. Whether you’re brand new to American Mahjong or already playing independently, you’ll be seated at a table that matches your comfort level. You’re welcome to come on your own or with friends.
Mahj 102/201 Workshop: Building Confidence —
Chevy Chase
Sunday January 4, 2026 | 11:00 am–2:00 pm
Mahj Over Matter Club Room | Chevy Chase, MD
(Address shared after registration)
A 3-hour small-group workshop for players who know the basics of American Mahjong and want to feel confident playing independently. We’ll focus on hand selection, the Charleston, early-game decisions, and guided play in a supportive setting.
Light lunch and refreshments provided.
Space is intentionally limited to keep the workshop hands-on and personal.
Holiday Mahj at The Grove
Your holiday season just got a little more Mahj-ical!
Mon, Dec 8 | 6:30-8:30 PM | The Grove • Potomac
Join us for a festive evening of Mahjong, community, and holiday cheer. Whether you’re brand new or an experienced player, this special edition of Monday Mahj is designed to be welcoming, fun, and relaxed.
Monday Mahj at Guapo's - Mahjong, Margs & More
Mon, Dec 1 | Guapo’s • Downtown Bethesda
Back by popular demand!
Join Mahj Over Matter for a fun, relaxed night of play at Guapo’s in downtown Bethesda. 💜
Reserve your seat for mahjong, bites, and community.