Mahjong on Tap: Opening Night at Aslin (Alexandria) at Aslin Beer Company – Alexandria – Alexandria, VA

Event Overview

Mahjong on Tap @ Aslin ALX is hosted by Mind Your Mahjong with Michelle Byron—Opening Night offers two options: Mahjong 101 for Beginners and Hosted Social Play for Experienced players. Light snacks will be provided, and food and drinks are available for purchase from Aslin throughout the evening.

Choose Your Ticket

Mahjong 101 (Beginner Track)

Perfect if you’re brand new or want a structured refresher. Includes guided instruction, practice hands, and supported play so you leave feeling confident.

• Beginner Ticket: $65
• Beginner Table for Four: $260 (4 beginner tickets, seated together)

Hosted Social Play (Experienced Track)

For players who know the basics and want a fun night out with organized tables. I’ll be circulating throughout the evening to support table flow and answer quick questions.

• Experienced Ticket: $35
• Experienced Table for Four: $140 (4 experienced tickets, seated together)

Setup

There will be clearly marked Beginner and Experienced sections so everyone gets the right pace and level of support.

What to Expect

• Two-track format: Mahjong 101 (beginners) + hosted social play (experienced)
• Seating: A 4-player game setup using venue-provided tables (long or square), arranged to keep play comfortable and organized
• All equipment provided (tiles/sets, racks, mats, dice, etc.)
• Bonus: We’ll do a couple of raffle drawings during the night—all ticket holders are automatically entered

Important: Bring Your NMJL Card

Please bring your NMJL card if you have one. We’ll be playing American Mahjong using National Mah Jongg League hands.

2025 NMJL cards will be available for purchase on site (limited quantity; first come, first served). (2026 cards may not have arrived yet.)

Details

• Date/Time: Wednesday, April 1 | 6:30–9:00 PM
• Location: Aslin Beer Company — Alexandria
• Age: All ages welcome (IDs checked at the bar)
• Limited seats

Tickets & Sales Cutoff

• Advance tickets required (no walk-ins)
• Ticket sales close at 3:00 PM on event day so seating can be finalized

Refund / Transfer Policy

Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event start time. After that, tickets are nonrefundable, but you may transfer your ticket to a friend by updating the attendee name/email.

About Your Host

Hosted by Michelle Byron (Mind Your Mahjong) — Mahji Mentor. I’ll be floating throughout the evening to help with table flow, quick questions, and friendly refreshers.

Equipment Spotlight

A rotating mix of tile sets and accessories will be provided—often featuring favorites from Oh My Mahjong, My Fair Mahjong, Hip Hip Mahjong, Bird & Bamboo, Charleston Mahjong Club, and more (sets may vary by table).

Stay Connected

Follow along for future dates and announcements: @mind_your_mahjong