Mahj Giving at MOJO: Thanksgiving Mahjong Night in Hoboken Nov. 19

Update (Nov. 11, 2026): Keep Mahjing On has canceled this Nov. 19 Mahj Giving event at MOJO. For the dates that replace it, see our story on the upcoming Mahjong 101 class and winter game nights at MOJO, including Dec. 16, Jan. 14 and Feb. 4.

Mahjong players in Hoboken have a cozy pre-Thanksgiving night out on the calendar. Keep Mahjing On is hosting Mahj Giving Guided Open Play at MOJO on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at MOJO Coffee, 801 Bloomfield Street in Hoboken, Hudson County, NJ. Raffles and proceeds benefit the Hoboken Community Center Food Pantry.

Our team loves events that bring neighbors together and give back at the same time, and this one does both just before the holiday rush begins.

What Mahj Giving at MOJO Is All About

This is a special Thanksgiving edition of the Guided Open Play sessions run by Keep Mahjing On. Think of it as a Friendsgiving built around the Mahjong table: two hours of play, fall treats and a relaxed crowd of players.

According to the event listing, the night includes:

• Two hours of American Mahjong
• Cider and Thanksgiving treats, plus light bites from Keep Mahjing On
• BYOB, so bring your beverage of choice
• Keep Mahjing On instructors circulating for light guidance
• Raffles, with proceeds donated to the Hoboken Community Center Food Pantry
• A small prize for the winner at each table, so keep track of your score

Keep Mahjing On provides the sets and everything else you need to play, so you do not have to bring your own.

Who Should Go

Guided Open Play is for people who already know the basics of American Mahjong. This event does not include a beginner lesson. The organizer says you are ready if you can read the National Mah Jongg League card, complete the Charleston and play through a game, even if you still want some help along the way.

That is where the “guided” part comes in. Instructors walk the room to answer questions, clarify rules and help you think through your next move. Play follows National Mah Jongg League rules.

You can come solo, bring a friend or bring your whole Mahj crew. If you want to sit with friends, note who you are coming with when you register. The organizer will try to seat groups together but cannot guarantee it.

Tickets and Registration

Advance registration is required and space is limited. Tickets are listed at $81.61 on Eventbrite. Refunds are available up to seven days before the event, and tickets are nonrefundable within seven days. If your plans change, the organizer asks that you contact Keep Mahjing On as soon as possible.

Good to Know Before You Go

• When: Thursday, November 19, 2026, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Where: MOJO Coffee, 801 Bloomfield Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030
• Food: MOJO will be closed to the public that evening, so its regular menu will not be available. Keep Mahjing On provides light bites, and the organizer recommends eating dinner beforehand.
• Drinks: Cider is provided and the event is BYOB.
• Organizer: Keep Mahjing On

Supporting the Hoboken Community Center Food Pantry

The timing makes this night meaningful. Raffles and proceeds go to the Hoboken Community Center Food Pantry, helping neighbors right as the Thanksgiving season arrives. It is an easy way to enjoy a fun evening and do some good in town.

Make a Night of It in Hoboken

Looking for more to do this month? Check our Hoboken weekend guide, celebrate local history at the Hoboken Historical Museum’s 40th anniversary, or plan a dinner from our list of the best Italian restaurants in Hoboken on another night.

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Featured image: American Mahjong tiles. Photo courtesy of Keep Mahjing On, via the event listing.