The North Gate Jazz Co-Op
This laid-back venue presents a regular lineup of live jazz artists in a casual space.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After The North Gate Jazz Co-Op, round out your day in Chiang Mai with contrasting stops nearby.
Visitor Reviews
Such a great experience. If you get there early enough/before 1900 you can go to the 4th floor and listen to music and get cocktails before the co-op opens. We sat upstairs and just listened for an hour then came downstairs and listened more. Definitely recommend picking one or the other though because when we came back downstairs it was already packed inside for the music. Either way, recommend going and enjoying the live jazz music!
Great music, fantastic atmosphere, amazing vibe! It is definetely worth to spend some time for while you are in Chiang Mai. The trick is the music starts at 7.30 pm at the upper floor and starting from 8.30 pm it is moved to the ground floor. Since the seats are limited it will be a smart move to go early and enjoy your cocktail while waiting.
North Gate Jazz is an absolute vibe! 🎷 The music was incredible — raw, energetic, and full of soul. The atmosphere is vibrant and alive, with people from everywhere just enjoying good jazz together. One of the best nights I’ve had in Chiang Mai. Must-visit if you love live music!
Location Info
91/1-2 ถนน Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand+66 81 765 5246www.facebook.com/northgate.jazzcoopTips for Visiting Nightlife & Bars
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.
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.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: March – May (smoke & heat)
Rainy season
June – October
Avg. temperature
15°C – 36°C(59°F – 97°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January & Songkran (April)
Getting there
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) has direct flights from Bangkok (1 hr), Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur. Overnight sleeper trains from Bangkok take ~12 hrs.
Getting around
- •Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks)
- •Grab (available in city centre)
- •Motorbike rental (฿150–250/day)
- •Tuk-tuks (negotiate price first)