Red CNX
Weekend techno and cocktail club on Huay Kaew Rd, open Friday and Saturday nights until 3 AM.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Fri–Sat 20:00–03:00
- Price
- $$$$
- Mid-range
Carry Your Passport or a Copy
Clubs and some bars check IDs strictly, the big clubs most of all. A photo of your passport info page on your phone usually works, but carrying a laminated photocopy is safer.
Details
- Address
- Floor 3, 12 Huay Kaew Rd, Chang Peuk, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand
- Phone
- +66 92 404 4495
- Website
- www.facebook.com/redbarcnx
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Chiang Mai after dark
Something to book for the evening in Chiang Mai.
Why go, and how to do it well
Red CNX is a weekend nightclub and cocktail bar occupying the third floor of a building on Huay Kaew Road, drawing a mixed crowd of locals and travelers into its underground techno club atmosphere. The venue leans into electronic music, with resident and guest DJs taking the floor on Friday and Saturday nights, and the red-hued lighting setting a tone that matches the name.
Visitors can expect a proper club experience rather than a casual bar setting — think DJ performances, a dancefloor crowd, and an energy that builds as the night progresses. Reviews note the music is a highlight, with DJs capable of working the room even when numbers are modest. There is a 200 baht entry fee on some nights, so it is worth budgeting for that. The atmosphere tends to be livelier later in the evening, with the crowd filling out well after 10 PM.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Aug 2026
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Red CNX, round out your day in Chiang Mai with contrasting stops nearby.
Reviews from Google
When I went it wasnt packed, but the DJ knew how to work the crowd and I watched the staff patiently deal with a guy that would have been smacked in the face back home. I would say go there ready to do your thing and dance and you wont he disappointed. Not sure how you would track crowds.
Nice music and the lighting honors it’s name. Went very early, because I was tired from hiking, so at the time a bit quiet. Filled up nicely later in the evening.
Gotta bring this down a bit. Not a terrible place, met a couple cool foreigners but it was virtually dead. Went for smoke at 3am and saw tonnes of ppl at Thai club and decided to see what's up & had infinity better time there without the stupid cover. Not to mention bar staff tried taking change, thinking I wouldn't notice. Best thing about this place was that it introduced me to a better/more authentic (packed) bar downstairs which was honestly unreal and highlight of my trip. Something out of a movie tbh.
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 218 reviews on Google.
Floor 3, 12 Huay Kaew Rd, Chang Peuk, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, 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.
Red CNX: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Red CNX worth visiting?
Red CNX holds a 4.7★ rating from 218 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated nightlife & bars in Chiang Mai.
What are the opening hours of Red CNX?
Red CNX is typically open 20:00–03:00 — 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.
How expensive is Red CNX?
Red CNX is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other nightlife & bars in Chiang Mai.
When is the best time to visit Red CNX?
The best months to visit Chiang Mai are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January & Songkran (April) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: Mid-February – April (smoke & heat).
Where is Red CNX located?
Red CNX is at Floor 3, 12 Huay Kaew Rd, Chang Peuk, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand, in Chiang Mai. Getting around Chiang Mai: Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks); Grab (available in city center).
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