Calypso Cabaret
Bangkok's long-running ladyboy cabaret at Asiatique The Riverfront, two shows a night, from ฿900 booked online.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 09:00–21:30
Carry Your Passport or a Copy
Clubs and some bars check IDs strictly, especially in Bangkok's Thonglor, RCA, and Sukhumvit areas. A photo of your passport info page on your phone usually works, but carrying a laminated photocopy is safer.
Details
- Phone
- 086 349 1937
- Website
- calypsocabaret.com
Full opening hours
Bangkok after dark
Something to book for the evening in Bangkok.
Why go, and how to do it well
Calypso Cabaret is Bangkok's long-running ladyboy cabaret, established in 1988 and now staged in a theatre inside Asiatique The Riverfront, the night market and shopping complex on Charoen Krung Road beside the Chao Phraya. The cast of Thai transgender performers lip-syncs and dances through sixteen numbers, with comedy in between, and the show runs about 50 minutes.
There are two shows a night, at 19:15 and 21:00. Booked on Calypso's own website, standard seats start at ฿900, premium seats with a drink at ฿1,700 and VIP seats in the front rows with a drink and a snack at ฿2,200, and the walk-up price at the box office is higher, ฿1,200 for a standard seat. Children under 120 cm who sit on a lap go free. The site also sells the show with a Thai set dinner or a White Orchid river cruise.
Asiatique is on the river south of the center, close to BTS Saphan Taksin, and pairs naturally with an evening at the night market before or after the show.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Around here, on foot
Well-rated places within a short walk of Calypso Cabaret, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.
- 1 minAsiatique The RiverfrontMarkets & Shopping · 60 m · 4.4★
- 2 minAsiatique SkyActivities & Tours · 150 m · 4.5★
- 2 minJurassic World: The Experience BangkokActivities & Tours · 160 m · 4.4★
- 3 minSkyFlyersActivities & Tours · 210 m · 4.1★
- 3 minAsiatique Ferry Service to Sathon PierTransportation · 230 m · 4.4★
- 6 minHeavena Wellness & Spa (Ramada Plaza Riverside)Wellness & Spas · 470 m · 5.0★
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Calypso Cabaret, round out your day in Bangkok with contrasting stops nearby.
Asiatique The Riverfront, 2194 Charoen Krung Rd, Wat Phraya Krai, Bang Kho Laem, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
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Tips for Visiting Nightlife & Bars
Know the Closing Times
Legal closing time is 2 AM for most venues, though enforcement varies. In Bangkok's designated entertainment zones (RCA, Silom Soi 2/4, Khao San), some clubs stay open until 4 AM. Islands tend to be more relaxed about hours.
Buy Bucket Drinks Cautiously
Island bucket drinks (mixed spirits in a small bucket) are cheap and fun but notoriously strong and inconsistent. Stick to one, stay hydrated, and never leave your drink unattended at beach parties.
Arrange Your Ride Home
Use Grab (ride-hailing app) to get home safely — taxis outside nightlife areas late at night often refuse meters. Set up the app before going out, and keep your phone charged.
Calypso Cabaret: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Calypso Cabaret worth visiting?
Calypso Cabaret holds a 4.3★ rating from 3,132 Google reviews — a strong rating for nightlife & bars in Bangkok.
What are the opening hours of Calypso Cabaret?
Calypso Cabaret is typically open 09:00-21:30 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Calypso Cabaret?
The best months to visit Bangkok are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December & January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: April – May (peak heat).
Where is Calypso Cabaret located?
Calypso Cabaret is at Asiatique The Riverfront, 2194 Charoen Krung Rd, Wat Phraya Krai, Bang Kho Laem, Bangkok 10120, Thailand, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
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