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The Magnolia Classic
Mini-Tournament ($175)
Saturday, March 14 | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
A thoughtfully paced mahjong tournament designed to welcome different styles of play—without losing the joy of the game.
With two distinct divisions, guests can choose the pace and atmosphere that best suits how they love to play mahjong.
Select “Add-On Social Open Play” during registration to join us on Friday for $25 more. Learn more here.
What to Expect
The Magnolia Classic balances thoughtful structure with warm hospitality, offering a competitive yet welcoming tournament experience for players of all rhythms and preferences.
Two distinct divisions allow each guest to choose a pace of play that feels comfortable—whether this is your first tournament or you’re a seasoned player.
A one-day mini-tournament with two thoughtfully designed divisions
Morning coffee, light grazing, and mimosas; mid-day boxed lunch
Clearly structured rounds with scheduled breaks
Prizes for top scores in each division, plus additional door prizes
Choose Your Division
The Mockingbird Division
Competitive Play
Pace: 4 games per hour
Best for: Experienced players who enjoy a quicker pace and the strategic, competitive sport of the game.
The Vibe: High energy, sharp focus, and spirited competition. Play is fast-paced and strategic.
The Magnolia Division
Social Play
Pace: 2 games per hour
Best for: Social players, those who enjoy a “leisurely” game, and anyone looking to make new friends over the tiles.
The Vibe: Thoughtful play. Meaningful moments. Lasting memories.
Tournament Schedule
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Players arrive, check in, and enjoy coffee, light grazing, and morning mimosas.
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A brief welcome from the hosts and an overview of the day, including division-specific notes, and any rules of note.
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Round 1 begins, players will have an hour to get through the required rounds
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A small break between rounds to reset and get ready to join the next table.
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Box lunches will include a selection of vegetarian or protein-based sandwiches or a salad with optional protein.
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We close out the tournament with our final round.
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We take our final break while we collect the final round scores and find our winners!
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We’ll wrap up the day by celebrating division winners, awarding prizes, and closing out the weekend together. This will also serve as a bit of buffer to the day in the event breaks go long.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready, save your seat at the table!
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We will be playing with the 2025 National Mah Jongg League card—making this one of the final opportunities to compete with this card before the new release. Players are encouraged to bring their own card; limited extras will be available.
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Choose the division that best matches your preferred pace of play. Magnolia Division allows more breathing room in the Charleston and through game play. Mockingbird Division requires a faster Charleston and decision making, making it more competitive.
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Yes. Each division will be organized and scored independently with prizes awarded for winners in each division.
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Absolutely, particularly the Magnolia Division, which is designed to be paced for those wanting more time to consider their Charleston selections and discards. But both divisions are intended to be welcoming, especially those that want a faster pace of play like in our Mockingbird division.
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Your registration includes tournament entry, morning refreshments (including a mimosa), a boxed lunch, light bites through the day and an opportunity to win awards.
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We know schedules can shift, and we do our best to be fair while planning a thoughtful experience for all guests. Our refund policy is as follows:
• 10+ days before the event: Full refund, minus payment processing fees
• Within 5 days of the event: 50% refund, minus processing fees
• Within 3 days of the event: Refunds are not available