Ladyboy events, pageants and cabaret shows
Ladyboy events in Thailand follow a yearly rhythm: two famous pageants in Pattaya, Pride celebrations in Bangkok and Phuket, and cabaret shows that run every night of the year. This page explains what each one is, where it happens and how to plan a visit. Organisers announce exact dates each year.
Events are where the community is most visible and most proud. Pageant winners become national figures, cabaret performers build long careers, and Pride brings trans women, friends and families onto the streets together. Going to these events is also one of the best ways for visitors to understand kathoey culture with respect.
The yearly calendar
| Event | City | When | What it is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miss International Queen | Pattaya | Once a year, dates set by the organiser | International pageant for transgender women |
| Miss Tiffany's Universe | Pattaya | Once a year, dates set by the organiser | Thailand's best known national trans pageant |
| Bangkok Pride | Bangkok | Every June | Parade, stages and community booths |
| Phuket Pride | Phuket | Yearly, dates set by the organiser | One of the oldest Pride events in Asia |
| Cabaret shows | Pattaya, Bangkok, Phuket | Every evening | Theatre shows performed by trans women |
Pageants
Miss International Queen brings contestants from many countries to Pattaya and is followed around the world. Miss Tiffany's Universe is the national contest that has launched many Thai trans women into acting, modelling and media careers. Both are organised by Tiffany's Show in Pattaya.
Calendar
Shows, pageants and Pride
Pride
Bangkok Pride takes place every June and has become one of the largest Pride parades in Asia. Phuket Pride has a long history on the island. Chiang Mai also hosts a Pride march. Check the official channels of each organiser for dates and routes.
Cabaret shows
The great cabaret theatres run several shows every evening. Tiffany's Show and Alcazar are in Pattaya, Calypso in Bangkok and Simon Cabaret in Phuket. Read the Pattaya guide to plan an evening there.
For venues and organisers
Theatres, organisers and community spaces can list their events in English and Thai with the Venue plan, including photos, a map and a link to their own ticket page. See venues for what is included.
Miss International Queen
The yearly international pageant for transgender women in Pattaya, its history, its format and its meaning.
Tiffany's Show
What to expect at Tiffany's Show in Pattaya, how to book tickets officially and how to enjoy it respectfully.
Questions people ask
What is the biggest ladyboy event in Thailand?+
Miss International Queen in Pattaya is the best known internationally, while Bangkok Pride draws the largest crowds. Both happen every year.
Where can I find exact dates?+
Dates are announced by each organiser on their official website and social channels. Venues listed on LadyBoy.net add their own dates to the calendar.
Can anyone attend the pageants and cabaret shows?+
Yes. Pageant finals and cabaret shows sell tickets to the public, and Pride parades are open to everyone. Buy tickets from official box offices only.
How can my venue appear in the events calendar?+
Choose the Venue plan, which includes a listing in English and Thai and up to five event entries per month.