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Mahjong 101

Dovetail Brewery · 1800 West Belle Plaine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613

$85

Per person; includes one beer and a National Mah Jongg League card

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Price & details checked against the provider's own website · October 2026

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The Mahjong Society's beginner Mahjong 101 teaches the fundamentals of American mahjong in a relaxed brewery setting, walking new players through the tiles, rules and flow of the game before guiding their first hands. The ticket includes a Dovetail beer and a National Mah Jongg League card to take home.

Price
$85
Level
Beginner
Format
Class
Schedule
Monthly
Duration
150 minutes

Upcoming sessions

What you will learn

Materials

All sets and materials provided

Best for

Total beginners who want to learn American mahjong

Location

Dovetail Brewery
1800 West Belle Plaine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613

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Common questions about Mahjong in Chicago

How much do mahjong classes cost in Chicago?

Across the 4 mahjong listings in Chicago, prices run from $55 to $93. Every figure is computed from the listings themselves, not estimated.

Which style of mahjong is taught?

Listings state the style where the organizer publishes it — American mahjong (National Mah Jongg League rules) is the most common in the US, with Hong Kong and Japanese Riichi groups in some cities. Check the class detail page before booking.

Do I need my own mahjong set?

Usually not — classes and clubs provide sets and cards for play. The detail page notes materials where the organizer publishes them.