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It’s always 5’o clock somewhere, right? Travelers in Pai should prepare for the most epic time of the day at one of the incredible bars found in and around this Northern Thai city. Here, a list of things to do in Pai after dark, including a list of the best bars, live music venues, and more. Cheers!

Boom Bar

Situated in the heart of the city center of Pai is Boom Bar. If you are looking for a venue to meet fellow backpackers at, try your hand at beer pong, enjoy affordable cocktails, or bust a move to some rapid techno beats, this is the bar to frequent. Boom Bar opened in November 2014 and has been a hit amongst visitors ever since. Oftentimes crowds spill onto the street with drinks in hands enjoying the live DJ and chatting with their fellow night owls. Boom Bar also features live music a few times a week. The place is almost always packed, as well, making it a great place to meet people.

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Boom Bar - Things to do in Pai After Dark: a Guide to the Best Bars
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Location: 139/2 Pai, Pai, Amphoe Pai, Chang Wat Mae Hong Son 58130, Thailand — VIEW MAP
Contact: +66 93 181 9255 | Facebook
Hours: Daily from 6 p.m. to 12 a.m.

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Yellow Sun Pai

Situated a short walk down from Boom Bar is Yellow Sun Pai, another venue that is perfect for meeting others. It is almost always crowded. The venue consists of two floors. The second floor is great for sitting and people watching and the first has a pool table, plenty of seating, and a live band that plays reggae tunes.

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Location: VIEW MAP
Contact: +66 84 992 8765 | Facebook
Hours: Daily from 1 p.m. to 1 a.m.

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Yellow Sun Pai
Yellow Sun Pai © Courtesy of Kelly Iverson/Mad Monkey

Mad Monkey Hostel Pai

Mad Monkey Hostel Pai has just recently opened its doors and is already one of the top places to spend an evening out in Pai and one of the top contenders for drinks in the city. Enjoy one of their nicely crafted cocktails poolside or enjoy a starry evening surrounded by lush gardens. A customer experience rep is also on-hand to make sure that everyone is having a great night, with planned evening activities to bring people together.

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Location: VIEW MAP
Contact: +662 282 6171 | Facebook
Hours: 24-hour reception

Jikko Beer

Jikko Beer is found on the same street as the Pai night market. Its open front is incredibly inviting, and you can literally sit along Rungsiyanon Road and gawk at the shoeless hippies and fear for their feet while enjoying an ice cold beer amongst friends. Don’t have any? No worries, as the staff is incredibly friendly and chatty for those of you traveling Pai solo. There is no happy hour, but, as Yoo said, every hour is happy hour at Jikko Beer.

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Location: VIEW MAP
Contact: +66 89 111 1111 | Facebook
Hours: Daily from 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. (last call at 11:30 p.m.)

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Jikko Beer - Things to do in Pai After Dark: a Guide to the Best Bars
Jikko Beer © Courtesy of Kelly Iverson/Mad Monkey

PM Spirit

Jewelry shop by day, bar by night! This little hippy bar is slightly hidden; guests must walk through Paizy Bar to get here, which is right on the walking street. The staff are incredibly attentive and are sure to take care of you as soon as you walk into this colorful alcove. Neon lights shine onto hanging drapes, creating a fort-like garden atmosphere. Lounge on some floor cushions or grab a seat on a tree stump while listening to mellow live music.

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Location: VIEW MAP
Contact: +66 84 637 4626 | Facebook
Hours: Daily from 5:00 p.m. to 12 a.m.

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PM Spirit -Things to do in Pai After Dark: a Guide to the Best Bars
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Sunset Bar

The aptly named Sunset Bar is an ideal place to watch the sun go down in Pai. Guests can take a dip in the pool to cool off while sipping on a beer. Lounge in a hammock or one of the comfy cushions near the pool. This alfresco bar is known for their chill atmosphere, so you’re sure to meet some cool people while relaxing here!

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Location: Mae Hi, Pai District, Mae Hong Son 58130, Thailand — VIEW MAP
Contact: +66 97 037 4432
Hours: Daily from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.

Don’t Cry Bar

Party late into the evening at Don’t Cry Bar, an open-air venue with neon paintings throughout. Techno rave music keeps partiers awake and energetic as the bar fuels their alcoholic cravings. There is also a food venue on-site for those of you who get any late night cravings as you party the night away to live bands, DJs, and more. This is one of the only venues that is open incredibly late, so be sure not to miss visiting Don’t Cry Bar on a night out in Pai.

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Location: VIEW MAP
Contact: +66 88 830 5953 | Facebook
Hours: Open late

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