Tournament Directory
Mahjong Tournaments in Illinois
Browse 7 upcoming American Mahjong tournaments in Illinois. See dates, organizers, and registration details.
Upcoming Tournaments
Date TBA
Beginner Mah Jongg Lessons (Feb. 2026)
Hinsdale, IL
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Mahjong 102 & Guided play at Michelle Gentile Interiors
Downers Grove, IL
Hosted by Colleen Loftus | Mariposa Mahjong Social Club
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Mahjong at the Museum: 2026 NMJL Card Reveal & Strategy Lab
Elmhurst, IL
Hosted by Mahjong Mischief - Angela Buikema
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2026 Card Drop: A Mahjong Strategy Night at Brewpoint Craft
Elmhurst, IL
Hosted by Mahjong Mischief - Angela Buikema
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Chicago, IL Coming soon! Tournament
Chicago, IL
Hosted by Destination Mah Jongg
Date TBA
Mahjong 101 Beginner Class
Downers Grove, IL
Hosted by Mahjong Social Co.
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Mahjong Open Play
Barrington, IL
Hosted by Barrington Area Library
Recent Tournaments in Illinois
April 27, 2026
South Barrington Strategize and Socialize 2026 New Card Event: April 27, 2026
South Barrington, IL
Hosted by Modern Mahjong
April 24, 2026
Mahjong: Forward Chicago
Chicago, IL
Hosted by Chicago Public Library
April 23, 2026
Open American MahJong
Mokena, IL
Hosted by Mokena Public Library
April 19, 2026
Mahjong Card Analysis at Bubbly Side of Life
Downers Grove, IL
Hosted by Lisa • Blue Tiger Mahj Club
April 19, 2026
Learn to Play Mahjong!
Downers Grove, IL
Hosted by Colleen Loftus | Mariposa Mahjong Social Club
April 17, 2026
Beginner Mahjong at Brewpoint
Elmhurst, IL
Hosted by Mahjong Mischief - Angela Buikema
April 17, 2026
4/17: Mimosas and Mahjong
Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Wheaton Park District
April 17, 2026
Mahjong: Forward Chicago
Chicago, IL
Hosted by Chicago Public Library
American Mahjong Tournaments in Illinois
American Mahjong tournaments bring players together for a day (or weekend) of competitive play, social connection, and — usually — prizes. Most tournaments in Illinois use the official NMJL card and welcome players of all skill levels.
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