{"id":396729,"date":"2026-08-03T20:32:24","date_gmt":"2026-08-03T20:32:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/396729\/"},"modified":"2026-08-03T20:32:24","modified_gmt":"2026-08-03T20:32:24","slug":"the-best-places-to-play-mahjong-in-fort-worth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/396729\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Places to Play Mahjong in Fort Worth"},"content":{"rendered":"

Mahjong\u2019s local rise in popularity shows no sign of slowing. The tile-based game has anchored the Tarrant Area Food Bank\u2019s annual Mahj for Meals fundraiser for a decade, while new dedicated spaces promise immersive experiences centered on the beloved Chinese game. With two mahjong spaces opening in the coming months, we bring you this timely roundup of the best places to line up your tiles in Fort Worth.<\/p>\n

Vickie Charm Mahjong Social Parlor<\/p>\n

Several months ago, Veronica Gary began converting the first floor of her Fairmount home into a dedicated mahjong space. She tells PaperCity that Vickie Charm Mahjong Social Parlor<\/a> will offer an intimate, private space with four to five tables, lounge seating, and a small retail showroom space where members can explore, touch, and experience tiles, mats, and thoughtfully curated accessories in person.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe game hits all the things for me: mental stimulation, beautiful tiles, the feel and sound of the tiles,\u201d she says. \u201cIt\u2019s such a sensory game. We plan to open in September to members.\u201d<\/p>\n

With the new space, Gary aims to offer the amenities of pricier game rooms at a lower price point. Members can sign up online at Bam Good Time<\/a>, and inquiries about the forthcoming space can be sent to VickieCharmFWTX@gmail.com.<\/p>\n

Mahjong Mondays at Canyon Ranch Wellness Club<\/p>\n

850 Van Cliburn Way<\/p>\n

After a day at the spa, why not linger a little longer at Canyon Ranch Wellness Club<\/a>? The luxury wellness destination hosts Mahjong Mondays<\/a> each week from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, offering open play in a relaxed setting. Canyon Ranch is home to many of the city\u2019s top aestheticians, including Anya Grevtseva<\/a>, who spoke with us in January about what makes HydraFacials such a buzzy skincare treatment. So treat yourself to a massage or wellness treatment \u2014 and don\u2019t forget to bring your mahjong bag. The events are free for members, while nonmembers can join for $35.<\/p>\n

\"TheThe Billet Room provides a resplendently beautiful setting for Mahjong lessons and open play every Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. (Photograph by Bowie House)
\nMahjong at Bowie House\u2019s Billet Room<\/p>\n

3700 Camp Bowie Boulevard<\/p>\n

With rich peacock-blue walls and artwork from Bowie House\u2019s collection<\/a>, the Billet Room provides a resplendently beautiful setting for Mahjong lessons and open play<\/a> every Monday from 7 pm to 9 pm. The luxury hotel recently earned a top ranking<\/a> in the 2026 Travel + Leisure World\u2019s Best Awards, thanks in part to its exceptional restaurants, lively bars, thoughtfully curated events, and enviable suites.<\/p>\n

The Bamboo Room<\/p>\n

6115 Camp Bowie Boulevard, Suite 144<\/p>\n

The Bamboo Room<\/a> promises a refined take on American Mahjong, complete with lavish tables and premium tile sets, unhurried instructors, and welcoming open-play sessions. The Camp Bowie lounge will also host private games, tournaments, and curated events, while a boutique retail shop will stock beautifully designed tile sets and accessories for players looking to elevate their next game night.<\/p>\n

\"TheThe Mahj Clubhouse founders Amanda Wolsey (left) and Bethany Factor head one of the city\u2019s premier destinations for Mahjong. (Photograph by AMR Authority)
\nThe Mahj Clubhouse<\/p>\n

5220 Pershing Avenue<\/p>\n

The Mahj Clubhous<\/a>e has become Fort Worth\u2019s premier brick-and-mortar destination for American Mahjong. Founded by Amanda Wolsey \u2014 who has taught more than 5,000 students and is affectionately known as the \u201cQueen Bee of Mahjong\u201d \u2014 and business partner Bethany Factor, the clubhouse offers lessons, open play, leagues, tournaments, private events, and a welcoming community for players of every skill level.<\/p>\n

Beyond the clubhouse, the pair also hosts Mahjong meetups<\/a> at venues such as Sidesaddle Saloon and recently co-founded AMR Authority<\/a>, a mobile app that allows players to verify scores, track rankings, and discover clubs and tournaments nationwide.<\/p>\n

Salute Wine Bar<\/p>\n

212 Carroll Street, Suite 130<\/p>\n

Salute Wine Bar<\/a> is a cozy Foundry District wine destination built around 42 self-pour wines from around the world, an intimate six-seat bar, a relaxed patio, and a menu of flatbreads, charcuterie, meatballs, salads, and desserts. The neighborhood gathering spot regularly hosts tastings, book clubs, art workshops, and other community events, and occasionally adds American Mahjong nights featuring lessons and open play.<\/p>\n

\"SaluteSalute Wine Bar occasionally hosts American Mahjong nights featuring lessons and open play. (Courtesy)
\nMore Ways to Find Mahjong Games Around Fort Worth<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking beyond dedicated clubs, Bam Good Time<\/a> is one of the best resources for discovering American Mahjong events across Fort Worth, with listings for local instructors, leagues, open play, and beginner-friendly classes. Community organizations also continue to expand opportunities to play. First Presbyterian Church of Fort Worth<\/a> hosts recurring Mahjong lessons and open play, while Fort Worth Parks & Recreation offers American Mahjong classes through the Southwest Community Center<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Fort Worth Public Library has also embraced the game\u2019s growing popularity, with the Southwest Regional Library<\/a> hosting free Mahjong sessions throughout the fall and the library system now allowing patrons to check out Mahjong kits complete with tiles and instructional guides so they can learn and play at home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Mahjong\u2019s local rise in popularity shows no sign of slowing. The tile-based game has anchored the Tarrant Area…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":396730,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[10],"tags":[116,118,117],"class_list":["post-396729","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-fort-worth","tag-fort-worth","tag-fort-worth-headlines","tag-fort-worth-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/396729","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=396729"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/396729\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/396730"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=396729"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=396729"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=396729"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}