Mahjong Party Ideas: How to Throw a Game Night Everyone Talks About

Mahjong night is the new book club. Here's how to host one people will talk about.

Pick a theme

• Summer on the coast: coastal mahjong tiles, citrus drinks, striped napkins.
• Garden party: floral tiles and fresh flowers.
• Holiday night: Christmas mahjong tiles and cocoa.
• Fourth of July: red, white & blue tiles.

Set the table

One square table per four players, a mahjong mat, four racks with pushers, dice and a card for everyone.

Snacks that won't slow the game

Bite-size and non-greasy: cheese cubes, grapes, mini sandwiches, cookies. Drinks go on a side table.

Welcome beginners

Play the first hand open so new players can see each move, and send them our how to play mahjong guide before the party.

Agree on house rules

Settle payments, blanks and the courtesy pass before the first deal and the night stays friendly.