Past Mahjong Events & Lessons
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 6 p.m. - Mahjong 101 at MOD On Trend in Kirkwood. Join us at MOD On Trend for a mahjong party and learn how to play mahjong! To celebrate the upcoming arrival of new mahjong sets in store, Magpie Mahjong is bringing Mahjong 101 to MOD On Trend! Magpie’s Show-Me Mahj 101 is an introductory mahjong lesson for mahjong beginners without any prior experience. In this 3-hour lesson, you’ll meet the tiles, review the card, and learn the National Mah Jongg League rules. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Refreshments included, plus enjoy a $20 Gift Voucher to use at MOD On Trend that night (exclusions apply).
Start time: 6 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: MOD On Trend, 112 E Jefferson Ave, Kirkwood, MO 63122
Space is limited. Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Don’t wait to sign up—Early bird pricing for our first 20 players!
St. Louis Fall Mahjong League - Hosted by Magpie Mahjong & Tower Grove Park
Mahjong league is back! Join us Tuesday nights this September for Fall Mahjong League, a four-week American mahjong league intended for beginner-friendly competition, social play, and community. This is your weekly mahjong date! You’ll be assigned to a new table weekly to experience new tiles and new friendly competition. Compete for fabulous mahjong prizes for the top three finishers (including a tile set—more details to come!). If you know how to play mahjong independently, you’re ready for league!
Dates: September 8, 15, 22 & 29
Play time: 7 to 9 p.m. - Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.
National Mah Jongg League rules (no blanks) using the 2026 NMJL card
2 hours of play each week
Beginner-friendly simplified scoring
Compete for high-end mahjong prizes for our top three finishers
Complimentary drinks and snacks included, or always feel free to bring your own (alcohol included!)
Review the Full League Details & Rules. This is a straightforward, non-intimidating league for social mahjong play.
Location: Stupp Center within Tower Grove Park, 3616 Southeast Dr, St. Louis, MO 63110
Due to limited space, all sales are final and no refunds will be processed.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. - Meet Me at Mahj Mahjong Open Play at the Piper Palm House in Tower Grove Park
A mahjong night you won’t want to miss! Join Magpie Mahjong for a special open-play event at the beautiful, historic Piper Palm House conservatory in Tower Grove Park. Meet Me at Mahj is Magpie’s signature mahjong open play night with everything you need to play—beautiful mahjong tiles, designer mats, and accessories—so you can just show up and have fun. Attend with friends or come alone and meet new mahj friends!
Drinks will be available for purchase from STL Barkeep, the team behind The Vandy and Off Elm. You’re welcome to bring your own tile-friendly snacks.
Come early and shop female-owned businesses (details to come!).
All levels welcome but there is not instruction during this event; open play is for players who have completed a 101 lesson or have mahjong playing experience. If you’re newer to the game, especially if you’re fresh off a Magpie 101 or 102, instructor Ali Salter will be on hand to guide you and offer tips as needed.
Open Play: 6:30 - 9 p.m.
Location: Piper Palm House, Tower Grove Park, 4271 Northeast Dr, St. Louis, MO 63110
Because space is limited, ticket sales are final. No refunds.
This is an event with open seating; Magpie Mahjong does not assign seats. If you’re attending with a friend or group, it’s best to arrive on time to secure your table together.
Sunday, July 26, 2026 at 6 p.m. - Mahjong 101 at Apricot Lane Boutique in O’Fallon, MO. Learn how to play mahjong! Magpie Mahjong is partnering with Apricot Lane Boutique for Show-Me Mahj 101, an introductory mahjong lesson for mahjong beginners without any prior experience. Meet the tiles, review the card, and learn the National Mah Jongg League rules. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Light bites and refreshments included.
Start time: 6 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: 3028 Winghaven Blvd., O'Fallon, MO 63368
Space is limited. Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 6 p.m. - Meet Me at Mahj Mahjong Open Play at Hidden Gem in St. Louis
Join us for mahjong open play under the disco balls at Hidden Gem! Settle in for a fun night of mahj with gorgeous tiles, a cocktail in hand, and a welcoming table of players. Meet Me at Mahj is Magpie’s signature mahjong open play night where everything you need to play is provided, so you can just show up and have fun. Attend with friends or come alone and meet new mahj friends!
All levels welcome but there is not instruction during this event; open play is for players who have completed a 101 lesson or have mahjong playing experience. If you’re newer to the game, especially if you’re fresh off a Magpie 101 or 102, instructor Ali Salter is happy to guide you and offer tips as needed.
Open Play: 6 - 9 p.m.
Location: Hidden Gem, 3118 Locust Street, St. Louis, MO 63103
Because space is limited, ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 6 p.m. - Mahjong 101 at Persnickety by Jen Farley in Alton, IL. Learn how to play mahjong! Magpie Mahjong is partnering with Persnickety by Jen Farley for Show-Me Mahj 101, an introductory mahjong lesson for mahjong beginners without any prior experience. Meet the tiles, review the card, and learn the National Mah Jongg League rules. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Light bites and refreshments included.
Start time: 6 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Persnickety by Jen Farley, 413 E Broadway, Alton, IL 62002
Space is limited. Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Sunday, June 7, at 4 p.m. - Mahjong 101 at Crema Coffeehouse in St. Louis. Learn how to play mahjong! Magpie Mahjong is partnering with Crema Coffeehouse for Show-Me Mahj 101, an introductory mahjong lesson for mahjong beginners without any prior experience. Meet the tiles, review the card, and learn the National Mah Jongg League rules. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Crema Coffeehouse drinks and treats will be available for purchase.
Start time: 4 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Crema Coffeehouse, 275 Union Blvd Unit 100, St. Louis, MO 63108
Space is limited. Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Sunday, June 14, 2026, at 4 p.m. - Mahjong 102 at Crema Coffeehouse in St. Louis. Mahjong 102 with Magpie Mahjong at Crema Coffeehouse builds upon what you learned in Mahjong 101 but with further expansion on the rules and more focus on strategy and etiquette. The lesson includes guided play so you can put what you’re learning into practice with hands-on guidance and tips. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Crema Coffeehouse drinks and treats will be available for purchase.
Start time: 4 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Crema Coffeehouse, 275 Union Blvd Unit 100, St. Louis, MO 63108
Space is limited. Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Monday, June 22, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. - Meet Me at Mahj Mahjong Open Play at the Piper Palm House in Tower Grove Park
Magpie Mahjong & Tower Grove Park’s June Mahjong Mondays series concludes with a special open play event at the beautiful, historic Piper Palm House. Meet Me at Mahj is Magpie’s signature mahjong open play night with everything you need to play—beautiful mahjong tiles, accessories, and NMJL cards—provided, so you can just show up and have fun. Attend with friends or come alone and meet new mahj friends!
Drinks will be available for purchase from STL Barkeep, the team behind The Vandy and Off Elm. You’re welcome to bring your own tile-friendly snacks.
Come early and shop female-owned businesses:
Good Girl Permanent Jewelry
Graze in Grace Charcuterie
Keepsake Candle Company
Polished Prints x CAV CO mahjong collection
Praiatea
The Tile Style STL
All levels welcome but there is not instruction during this event; open play is for players who have completed a 101 lesson or have mahjong playing experience. If you’re newer to the game, especially if you’re fresh off a Magpie 101 or 102, instructor Ali Salter will be on hand to guide you and offer tips as needed.
Open Play: 6:30 - 9 p.m.
Location: Piper Palm House, Tower Grove Park, 4271 Northeast Dr, St. Louis, MO 63110
Because space is limited, ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 6 p.m. - Mahjong 101 at Apricot Lane Boutique in O’Fallon, MO. Learn how to play mahjong! Magpie Mahjong is partnering with Apricot Lane Boutique for Show-Me Mahj 101, an introductory mahjong lesson for mahjong beginners without any prior experience. Meet the tiles, review the card, and learn the National Mah Jongg League rules. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Light bites and refreshments included.
Start time: 6 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: 3028 Winghaven Blvd., O'Fallon, MO 63368
Space is limited. Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Ready to move beyond Mahjong 101 but not quite ready for league play? Join the Tuesday Night Mahjong Club for a weekly mahj date to help you hone your skills! If all you want to do is have some fun, this guided-play series Tuesday nights this June is for you (and yes, we were inspired by our Missouri queen Sheryl Crow when naming this series—you bet the hits from “Tuesday Night Music Club” will be in the playlist.)
Tuesday Night Mahjong Club is a relaxed guided play series designed to help new players build confidence and get comfortable playing independently—all in a welcoming, low-pressure environment. Over four weekly sessions, you’ll play in a supportive setting with guidance, coaching, rule reminders, strategy tips, and plenty of opportunities to ask questions as you go.
Dates: June 2, June 9, June 16 & June 23
Play time: 7 to 9 p.m. - Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.
2 hours of guided play each week with personalized attention from Magpie instructor Ali—improve your skills, ask questions, and learn the 2026 card!
Play with beautiful mahjong tiles and mats
Crema Coffeehouse drinks and food available for purchase
Prefer wine with your mahj? You’re welcome to BYOB a stiffer drink than espresso.
Location: The ballroom inside the Era Collective building (home of Crema Coffeehouse), 275 Union Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108
Due to limited space, all sales are final and no refunds will be processed.
St. Louis Summer Mahjong League - Hosted by Magpie Mahjong & Sponsored by Bam Bird Boutique
Mahjong league is back! Join us Tuesday nights this June for Summer Mahjong League, a four-week American mahjong league intended for beginner-friendly competition, social play, and community. Each week, play on luxe Bam Bird Boutique tiles and mats in a beautiful space. You’ll be assigned to a new table weekly to experience new tiles and new friendly competition. Compete for fabulous mahjong prizes for the top three finishers—including a Bam Bird Boutique tortoise travel mahjong bundle for the grand prize. If you know how to play mahjong independently, you’re ready for league!
Dates: June 2, June 9, June 16 & June 23
Play time: 7 to 9 p.m. - Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.
National Mah Jongg League rules (no blanks) using the 2026 NMJL card
2 hours of play each week
Beginner-friendly simplified scoring
Compete for high-end mahjong prizes from Bam Bird Boutique
Review the Full League Details & Rules. This is a straightforward, non-intimidating league for social mahjong play.
Location Update, as of 6/16: Stupp Center at Tower Grove Park, 3616 Southeast Dr, St. Louis, MO 63110
Due to limited space, all sales are final and no refunds will be processed.
Not ready for league quite yet? Join our Tuesday Night Mahjong Club for four weeks of guided play.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. - Mahjong 102 at Crema Coffeehouse in St. Louis. Mahjong 102 with Magpie Mahjong at Crema Coffeehouse builds upon what you learned in Mahjong 101 but with further expansion on the rules and more focus on strategy and etiquette. The lesson includes guided play so you can put what you’re learning into practice with hands-on guidance and tips. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Crema Coffeehouse drinks and treats will be available for purchase.
Start time: 6:30 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Crema Coffeehouse, 275 Union Blvd Unit 100, St. Louis, MO 63108
Space is limited. Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10 a.m. - Mother’s Day Mahj Mahjong Open & Guided Play with Crema Coffeehouse in St. Louis
Join us for a special celebratory mahjong open and guided play event in honor of Mother’s Day in the stunning ballroom at The Era Collective building in Central West End where Crema Coffeehouse is located. This is our monthly open play event, open to everyone—not just moms! Come mahj with us.
Includes:
A delicious spread of Crema house-made food, including mini sandwiches, fresh pastries, and sweet treats
Drinks, including a customizable cold-brew bar
Mimosas!
Beautiful mahj tables with tiles and accessories from designer brands Oh My Mahjong, Bam Bird Boutique, Miss Mahjong, and Tigre de Tartan
Guided Play: Ali is happy to guide you if you’re a new player!
Bring your mom, your friends, or just yourself! All you have to do is show up, sip something delicious, and be ready to play mahjong.
Fresh off Mahjong 101? Instructor Ali will be there to guide your play! Build confidence and get some playing experience in a beautiful space.
All levels welcome but open play is for players who have completed a 101 lesson or have mahjong playing experience.
Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: The ballroom at The Era Collective, 275 Union Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108
Because space is limited, ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6 p.m. - Mahjong 101 at Polished Prints in Edwardsville, IL. Learn how to play mahjong! Magpie Mahjong is partnering with Polished Prints for Show-Me Mahj 101, an introductory mahjong lesson for mahjong beginners without any prior experience. Meet the tiles, review the card, and learn the National Mah Jongg League rules. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Light bites provided. You’re welcome to BYOB!
Start time: 6 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Polished Prints, 101 E. Vandalia St, Edwardsville, IL 62025
Space is limited. Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 6 p.m. - Mahjong 101 at Apricot Lane Boutique in O’Fallon, MO. Learn how to play mahjong! Magpie Mahjong is partnering with Apricot Lane Boutique for Show-Me Mahj 101, an introductory mahjong lesson for mahjong beginners without any prior experience. Meet the tiles, review the card, and learn the National Mah Jongg League rules. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Light bites and refreshments included.
Start time: 6 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: 3028 Winghaven Blvd., O'Fallon, MO 63368
Space is limited. Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Sunday, May 24, at 4 p.m. - Mahjong 101 at Crema Coffeehouse in St. Louis. Learn how to play mahjong! Magpie Mahjong is partnering with Crema Coffeehouse for Show-Me Mahj 101, an introductory mahjong lesson for mahjong beginners without any prior experience. Meet the tiles, review the card, and learn the National Mah Jongg League rules. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Crema Coffeehouse drinks and treats will be available for purchase.
Start time: 4 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Crema Coffeehouse, 275 Union Blvd Unit 100, St. Louis, MO 63108
Space is limited. Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Monday, April 20, 2026 at 7 p.m. - Meet Me at Mahj Mahjong Open Play at the Piper Palm House in Tower Grove Park
Magpie Mahjong & Tower Grove Park’s Mahjong Mondays concludes with a special open play event at the beautiful, historic Piper Palm House. Meet Me at Mahj is Magpie’s signature mahjong open play night with everything you need to play—beautiful mahjong tiles, accessories, and NMJL cards—provided, so you can just show up and have fun. Attend with friends or come alone and meet new mahj friends!
Drinks will be available for purchase from STL Barkeep, the team behind The Vandy and Off Elm. You’re welcome to bring your own tile-friendly snacks.
Come early and shop female-owned businesses, including permanent jewelry and a charm bar from Studio Magnolia, clothing and gifts from Polished Prints, new mahjong sweatshirt and t-shirt designs from Do Me a Favor, hand-crafted accessories from Praiatea, and artisanal bites from Graze in Grace Charcuterie.
All levels welcome but there is not instruction during this event; open play is for players who have completed a 101 lesson or have mahjong playing experience. If you’re newer to the game, especially if you’re fresh off a Magpie 101 or 102, instructor Ali Salter will be on hand to guide you and offer tips as needed.
Doors Open: 6:30 p.m.
Open Play: 7 - 9 p.m.
Location: Piper Palm House, Tower Grove Park, 4271 Northeast Dr, St. Louis, MO 63110
Because space is limited, ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6 p.m. - Mahjong 101 at Polished Prints in Edwardsville, IL. Learn how to play mahjong! Magpie Mahjong is partnering with Polished Prints for Show-Me Mahj 101, an introductory mahjong lesson for mahjong beginners without any prior experience. Meet the tiles, review the card, and learn the National Mah Jongg League rules. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Light bites provided. You’re welcome to BYOB!
Start time: 6 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Polished Prints, 101 E. Vandalia St, Edwardsville, IL 62025
Space is limited. Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. - Mahjong 101 at Stubborn German Brewing Company in Waterloo, Illinois. Learn how to play mahjong! Magpie Mahjong is partnering with Stubborn German Brewing Company for Show-Me Mahj 101, an introductory mahjong lesson for mahjong beginners without any prior experience. Meet the tiles, review the card, and learn the National Mah Jongg League rules. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Stubborn German beer and drinks will be available for purchase.
Start time: 6:30 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: In the speakeasy at Stubborn German Brewing Company, 119 S Main St, Waterloo, IL, 62298
Space is limited. Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Mahj Madness Mahjong League - Thursdays in March, Sponsored by Crema Coffeehouse & Magpie Mahjong
Ready for some friendly mahj competition? Join us Thursdays this March for Mahj Madness, a four-week American mahjong league intended for beginner-friendly competition, social play, and community!
Thursday evenings in March: March 5, March 12, March 19, March 26
Play time: 7 to 9 p.m. - Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.
National Mah Jongg League rules (no blanks)
2 hours of play each week
Beginner-friendly simplified scoring
Crema Coffeehouse drinks and food available for purchase
Location: The Era Collective building (home of Crema Coffeehouse), 275 Union Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108
Space is limited to 40 players. Due to limited space, all sales are final and no refunds will be processed.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. - Meet Me at Mahj Mahjong Open Play at Maypop Coffee & Garden Shop in Webster Groves
Join us for the last mahjong night in the Maypop greenhouse! Meet Me at Mahj is Magpie’s signature mahjong open play night with everything you need to play—beautiful mahjong tiles, accessories, and NMJL cards—provided, so you can just show up and have fun. Attend with friends or come alone and meet new mahj friends! The bar will be open with drinks available for purchase from Maypop. All levels welcome but there is not instruction during this event; open play is for players who have completed a 101 lesson or have mahjong playing experience. If you’re newer to the game, Magpie Mahjong instructor Ali Salter will be on hand to offer guidance and tips as needed.
Start time: 6:30 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours
Location: The greenhouse at 803 Marshall Ave, Webster Groves, MO 63119
Because space is limited, ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. - Mahjong 102 at Maypop Coffee & Garden Shop in Webster Groves
Completed Mahjong 101? Move up to Mahjong 102! Mahjong 102 builds upon what you learned in Mahjong 101 but with further expansion on the rules and more focus on strategy and etiquette. The lesson includes guided play so you can put what you’re learning into practice with hands-on guidance and tips. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Some light bites or treats included. Drinks will be available for purchase. The lesson will be held in Maypop’s beautiful greenhouse.
Start time: 6:30 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: The greenhouse at Maypop Coffee & Garden Shop, 803 Marshall Ave, Webster Groves, MO 63119
Because seats are limited, ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. - Mahjong 101 at Maypop Coffee & Garden Shop in Webster Groves
Learn how to play mahjong! Magpie Mahjong is partnering with Maypop Coffee & Garden Shop for Show-Me Mahj 101, an introductory mahjong lesson for mahjong beginners without any prior experience. Meet the tiles, review the card, and learn the National Mah Jongg League rules. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Some light bites or treats included. Drinks will be available for purchase. The lesson will be held in Maypop’s beautiful greenhouse.
Start time: 6:30 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: The greenhouse at Maypop Coffee & Garden Shop, 803 Marshall Ave, Webster Groves, MO 63119
Because seats are limited, ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6 p.m. - Mahjong 101 at Crema Coffeehouse in St. Louis. Learn how to play mahjong! Magpie Mahjong is partnering with Crema Coffeehouse for Show-Me Mahj 101, an introductory mahjong lesson for mahjong beginners without any prior experience. Meet the tiles, review the card, and learn the National Mah Jongg League rules. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Crema Coffeehouse drinks and treats will be available for purchase.
Start time: 6 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Crema Coffeehouse, 275 Union Blvd Unit 100, St. Louis, MO 63108
Space is limited. Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6 p.m. - Mahjong 101 at Crema Coffeehouse in St. Louis. Learn how to play mahjong! Magpie Mahjong is partnering with Crema Coffeehouse for Show-Me Mahj 101, an introductory mahjong lesson for mahjong beginners without any prior experience. Meet the tiles, review the card, and learn the National Mah Jongg League rules. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Crema Coffeehouse drinks and treats will be available for purchase.
Start time: 6 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Crema Coffeehouse, 275 Union Blvd Unit 100, St. Louis, MO 63108
Space is limited. Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 6 p.m. - Mahjong 102 at Crema Coffeehouse in St. Louis. Mahjong 102 with Magpie Mahjong at Crema Coffeehouse builds upon what you learned in Mahjong 101 but with further expansion on the rules and more focus on strategy and etiquette. The lesson includes guided play so you can put what you’re learning into practice with hands-on guidance and tips. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Crema Coffeehouse drinks and treats will be available for purchase.
Start time: 6 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Crema Coffeehouse, 275 Union Blvd Unit 100, St. Louis, MO 63108
Space is limited. Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. - Galentine’s Mahjong Open Play at Maypop Coffee & Garden Shop in Webster Groves
Celebrate Galentine’s with a mahjong girls’ night out! Join us for mahjong open play night in Maypop’s beautiful greenhouse. Gather your gals or come solo and meet new people! Everything you need to play—beautiful mahjong tiles, accessories, and NMJL cards—will be provided, so you can just show up and have fun. New cards, including The Big Card, The Mahjong Press, and the International Mahjong Card, will also be available to try. If you’re newer to the game, Magpie Mahjong instructor Ali Salter will be on hand to offer guidance and tips as needed. All levels welcome but there is not instruction during this event; open play is for players who have completed a 101 lesson or have mahjong playing experience.
Start time: 6:30 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours
Location: The greenhouse at 803 Marshall Ave, Webster Groves, MO 63119
Space is limited. Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. - Mahjong 101 at Maypop Coffee & Garden Shop in Webster Groves
Learn how to play mahjong! Magpie Mahjong is partnering with Maypop Coffee & Garden Shop for Show-Me Mahj 101, an introductory mahjong lesson for mahjong beginners without any prior experience. Meet the tiles, review the card, and learn the National Mah Jongg League rules. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Some light bites or treats included. Drinks will be available for purchase. The lesson will be held in Maypop’s beautiful greenhouse.
Start time: 6:30 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: The greenhouse at Maypop Coffee & Garden Shop, 803 Marshall Ave, Webster Groves, MO 63119
Because space is limited, ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Sunday, October 4, 2026 at 1 p.m. - Meet Me at Mahj Open & Guided Play at Florentin in Makers Yard (St. Louis)
Mahjong is coming to Makers Yard, acclaimed St. Louis chef and restaurateur Ben Poremba’s hospitality hub that’s home to Florentin, Nixta, and new pizza concept Del Bono. Settle in for open or guided play inside Florentin’s sun-filled café, take your game out to the patio, or take a seat at one of our mahjong tables on the Makers Yard lawn for an afternoon of mahj al fresco.
Meet Me at Mahj is Magpie’s signature mahjong open play event where everything you need to play is provided, so you can simply show up, settle in, and enjoy the game. Come with friends or arrive solo and meet new mahj friends at a welcoming table of players. Order food and drinks from Israeli-inspired cafe Florentin, or pop over to neighboring Makers Yard eateries Nixta or Del Bono.
All levels are welcome, but there is no formal lesson during this event; open play is intended for players who have completed a Mahjong 101 lesson or already have playing experience. If you’re newer to the game and still building confidence, sign up for Guided Play, and you’ll have the help of Magpie instructor, Ali.
Open & Guided Play: 1 - 3 p.m.
Location: Florentin, 5248 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108
Because space is limited, ticket sales are final. No refunds.