7 LGBT-Friendly Venues in Bangkok
Bangkok is the current abode of all things gay-friendly. From entire streets dedicated to both visiting and local gays to venues sporting and supporting the large transgender population in the capital, this city is one of the gay-friendliest (and fun) in the world. Lesbihonest, though, the City of Angels is seemingly lacking for female gays; however, everyone is welcome at all of these venues. Here are the best LGBT-friendly establishments in Bangkok.
1. DJ Station
Cocktail Bar, Nightclub, Thai, Pub Grub
Located within walking distance of Soi 4—the seemingly gayest street in town—is DJ Station. It is one of the most legendary gay clubs in both Thailand and Asia. As the name suggests, this club has plenty of DJs on-hand to keep the party going all night long (a.k.a. 2 a.m. when it closes). There is an admission fee, but this price includes a free drink. DJ Station does not get packed until later in the evening, and it is best to have a few drinks at any of the affordable bars lining Soi 4, and then head to the club. Get there before 11:30 p.m. to catch the extravagant cabaret show. To get to DJ Station, visitors can either take the BTS Skytrain to Sala Daeng or the MRT Subway to Si Lom. Both stations are a short walk from this gay-friendly nightclub.
2. Maggie Choo's
Maggie Choo’s is seemingly hetero during the week, but come the weekend, and all the LGBT community comes out to play. Every Sunday, Maggie Choo’s hosts a huge, elaborate gay party. From lip-synching shows, fancy costumes, and tons of dancing, there is no better place to be on a Sunday night. Kick the night off with a drink, including beer, spirits, juices, mocktails, wines, champagne, and more. Those who do not want to dance can instead opt to sit on the vintage leather sofas or simply lounge while surrounded by the 1930s Shanghai-themed décor. Maggie Choo’s is open until 2 a.m. on Sundays.
Maggie Choo’s, 320 Silom Rd, Silom, Bang Rak, Bangkok, Thailand, +66 91 772 2144
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3. Sing Sing Theater
Nightclub, Cocktails
Another epically designed club thanks to renowned designer Ashley Sutton is Sing Sing Theater. This nightclub on Sukhumvit is certainly a fusion of a nightclub and theater. Dancers and performers take to the stage and intermingle with the crowd for some pretty epic performances. The club resembles a high-end Chinese brothel, with enough unique décor to impress even the most avid of designers. The club opened in 2015, and since then, it has been hosting a number of rendezvous featuring Go Grrrls DJs and the like to celebrate all things gay.
The transgender shows at Playhouse Theater Cabaret are not soon to be forgotten by anyone who visits. They are bold and incredibly entertaining, and the shows really put a spotlight on the transgender community that thrives in the capital. There are two, 70-minute-long shows each evening. Bollywood, Broadway, and ballet are just a few types of performances that Playhouse Theater Cabaret is showcasing. Tickets are ฿1,200 (approximately US$35), and shows start at 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
Playhouse Theater Cabaret, Suan Lum Night Bazaar Ratchadaphisek, 5 Ratchadaphisek Road, Chom Phon, Chatuchak, Bangkok, Thailand, +66 02 0245522
4. Calypso Cabaret
Theater
5. Fake Club
Bar, Nightclub, Thai
6. Balcony Pub
Bar, Pub, Gay Bar, Thai, Pub Grub
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