THE GREAT MAHJONG SHOWDOWN

Schedule

Wed Oct 22 2025 at 02:00 am to 06:00 am

UTC+13:00

Location

2 Freyberg Place, Auckland, New Zealand 1010 | Auckland, AU

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🎲 THE GREAT MAHJONG SHOWDOWN
📅 Wednesday 22 October | 🕛 12 – 4pm
📍 EMC - Betty Wark Room
✨ Part of Auckland’s PLAY MONTH 2025
From curious beginner to champion - everyone has a seat.
Join us for a lively afternoon of Mahjong, the iconic game of skill, strategy & a little luck. Whether you’re a seasoned player, a social gamer, or a complete beginner, this free event has a table for you.
🌟 What to expect:
âś… Teaching tables & rule sheets for newcomers
âś… Friendly competition & multiple games running at once
âś… A structured tournament with prizes for winners
âś… Spectator-friendly vibes, come cheer, learn & connect
🏆 Prizes will be awarded for:
🥇 EMC Mahjong Champion: Highest cumulative points across all rounds
🌱 Best Newcomer: Top-ranking first-time player
🍀 Lucky Hand Award: Most unique winning hand
📊 Tournament Point System
• Winning a Hand = 10 points
• Highest-Scoring Hand = +5 bonus points
• Luckyist Hand = +5 bonus points
• Participation Bonus = +2 points per round played
• Rule Violation / Misplay = -2 points
Players rotate between tables to face different opponents. Points are tallied per round, with the top scorers progressing to semi-finals & the Grand Final Table where the EMC Mahjong Champion will be crowned.
👥 Hosted by the energetic & very lovely Mathea, with experienced players on hand to guide beginners. Expect a welcoming, social atmosphere that celebrates Mahjong’s cultural traditions while bringing new players into the fold.
📌Free entry | Ages 16+ welcome | Spaces limited; first come, first served | No prior experience needed - beginners encouraged!
Come play, connect & be part of Auckland’s month-long celebration of play at EMC.
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2 Freyberg Place, Auckland, New Zealand 1010, New Zealand

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