# Event Details - **Event Name**: Mahjong 101 + Open Play - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 13 Nov, 2025 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 13 Nov, 2025 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: Mahjong 101 for beginners + Open Play for experienced players! Learn, play, and connect in a fun, social setting.About this EventMahjong 101: Beginnners - No Experience RequiredDiscover the game everyone is talking about. Mahjong 101 is a relaxed two-hour introduction designed for absolute beginners. Learn the fundamentals of American Mahjong in a guided, hands-on format as you team up with fellow players at your table. You will leave with a helpful takeaway guide, fresh skills, and a new obsession! Come curious, leave ready to call Mahjong!All materials are provided for this lesson.Open Play: Independent American Mahjong GameplayAlready know how to play? Join our Open Play tables running alongside Mahjong 101. This option is perfect for players who want casual, independent gameplay without instruction.Enjoy a relaxed setting with full use of Mahjong sets. Bring your 2025 NMJL Card if you have one - if not, we will have some available to use. Players will be seated by self-selected skill level (beginner, intermediate, or advanced) to keep games fun and evenly matched. Come solo or bring friends!Please note: This session is designed for players familiar with American Mahjong (the traditional four-player tile game). It is not the solo digital “matching” game often seen in app stores or on TikTok. Participants should be comfortable with the rules, Charleston, and reading the NMJL card. If you’re new to the game, please join us for a Mahjong 101 class first.Open Play sessions require a minimum of four participants to run. If fewer than four are registered, we will contact you with the option to transfer to a future session or receive a full refund.Agenda - Mahj 101Origins of the GameInfo: A quick look at Mahjong’s rich history and cultural rootsHow the Game WorksInfo: Basic structure and flow of playMeet the TilesInfo: Understanding suits, symbols, and special piecesKey Terms & Table EtiquetteInfo: Language and customs that guide smooth playReading the NMJL CardInfo: How to interpret the official American Mahjong guideHands-On Practice Info: Build sample hands and experience a winning callFrom Deal to PlayInfo: Step-by-step instruction for setup and turn sequenceAgenda - Open Play?: 11:00 AM - 01:00 PMAgenda - Open PlayInfo: Enjoy 2 hours of Independent Play of American Mahjong. Please note: American Mahjong is not the solo digital “matching” game often seen in app stores or on TikTok. Participants should be comfortable with the rules, Charleston, and reading the NMJL card. If you’re new to the game, please join us for a Mahjong 101 class first. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/concord/mahjong-101-open-play/100001815622568979 - **Event Categories**: workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 20, max: 50, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Concord - **state**: NC - **country**: United States - **location**: The Wine Room at Afton Village Inc. - **lat**: 35.4143532 - **long**: -80.6698503 - **full address**: The Wine Room at Afton Village Inc., 5401 Village Drive Northwest, Concord, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Mahjong 101 + Open Play - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/5ad2b98460cac9d47062583fc10a2113cfac2d4e55e41f7b2215384be6004a3d-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf0eeec-gmir.jpg?v=1762625732 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Mahjong 101 + Open Play being held? - **A:** Mahjong 101 + Open Play takes place on Thu, 13 Nov, 2025 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 13 Nov, 2025 at 08:00 pm at The Wine Room at Afton Village Inc., 5401 Village Drive Northwest, Concord, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Mahjong 101 + Open Play? - **A:** Mahjong 101 + Open Play is organized by ESTATEHAUS Society | Mahjong. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Mahjong 101 + Open Play is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Concord, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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