How to Host a Mahjong Night: The Complete Party Guide

Hosting a Mahjong night is a wonderful way to bring friends together. This guide covers everything from setup and equipment to food, teaching new players, and making it a regular event.

What You Need

A Mahjong set (166 tiles), 4 racks, the current NMJL card, a table with enough space, and good lighting. Optional: table cover, score cards, and snacks.

Teaching New Players

Start with the basics: tile types, drawing and discarding, and calling. Play a practice round before keeping score.