Join us for the second annual New Orleans Mahjong Classic, returning to the historic Hotel Monteleone in the heart of the French Quarter, the weekend of October 23–24, 2026. After a sold-out debut in 2025, this one-of-a-kind event has quickly become the largest nonprofit Mahjong tournament in the country. If you missed it last year, now is your chance to experience Mahjong in the Big Easy at its best. Mahjong influencer and instructor Molly “Mahjong” Hardy returns to direct the tournament and headline the weekend. It’s time to crown the 2026 Queen (or King) of New Orleans Mahjong and receive some major prizes.

More exclusive tournament: Limited to 300 players
Merchandise for Sale - Commemorative t-shirts and other items!
(Stay tuned as these will also be available online so that you can wear them for the tournament!)
Four rounds of Mahjong: Expanded gameplay based on player feedback
Enhanced venue experience: Tournament play returns to the Iberville Ballroom, with lunch hosted in the Queen Anne Ballroom
Featured presentation: Molly Hardy will introduce the new Tiletime app, alongside a presentation from Trinity Loaves & Fishes

Sips & Sweets hosted by Tiletime!

The weekend kicks off with an expanded Sips & Sweets pre-party on Friday evening in the Queen Anne Ballroom, now welcoming up to 200 guests! Let's make this a BIG party! Presented in partnership with Tiletime, the evening will feature champagne, hors d’oeuvres, desserts, a cash bar, shopping, raffles, and interactive activities—all in a fun, social setting for Mahjong enthusiasts to connect before tournament day.

New Orleans Mahjong Classic and Sips & Sweets Tickets

The 2026 NOMC Tournament & Sweets and Sips Happy Hour