Simon Cabaret Phuket is a ladyboy cabaret show on Sirirach Road in Patong, with three shows every night at 6:00 pm, 7:30 pm and 9:00 pm. Tickets cost 1,000 THB for an adult in a VIP seat and 800 THB in a regular seat (as of October 2026).
Simon Cabaret has been running since 1991 and bills itself as Thailand’s most famous ladyboy show. It is a glossy evening of costumes, music and comedy in a 600-seat theatre, and it is one of the easiest nights out in Patong to fit into a holiday. This guide covers show times, ticket prices, which seats to book, the photo rules, whether it is worth it, and how to get there.
At a Glance
- Where: 8 Sirirach Road, Patong Beach, Kathu, Phuket
- Show times: 6:00 pm, 7:30 pm and 9:00 pm, every night (as of October 2026)
- Tickets: VIP 1,000 THB adult, 800 THB child; Regular 800 THB adult, 600 THB child (as of October 2026)
- Seats: VIP on the lower floor (rows A to N), Regular on the upper floor (rows O to R)
- Theatre: 600 seats, open since 1991
- Good for: Couples, groups and families looking for an easy evening in Patong
In This Guide
- What Simon Cabaret Phuket Is
- Show Times
- Tickets and Prices
- VIP or Regular Seats?
- Photos, Children and Booking Rules
- Is Simon Cabaret Worth It? The Honest Answer
- Simon Cabaret or Phuket FantaSea?
- Getting There
- Where to Stay Near Simon Cabaret
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Sources
What Simon Cabaret Phuket Is
Simon Cabaret Phuket is a stage show performed by ladyboys, or kathoey (กะเทย) in Thai, as the theatre itself bills it. The theatre promises a professional approach to each musical theme, plus comedy and fun, and describes the show as a spectacular display of colour, originality and fun (Simon Cabaret Phuket).
Simon Cabaret opened in 1991, so the show has been running for more than three decades. The theatre has 600 seats on two floors, which the theatre calls luxurious and intimate: closer to a West End playhouse than to the huge arenas of the island’s theme parks.
Show Times
Simon Cabaret Phuket runs three shows every night, at 6:00 pm, 7:30 pm and 9:00 pm (as of October 2026), according to the theatre’s own website (simoncabaretphuket.com). The show is the same at every time, so pick the slot that fits your evening.
- 6:00 pm: the best choice with children, and it leaves the whole evening for dinner afterwards.
- 7:30 pm: a good middle slot for couples; eat early or after the show.
- 9:00 pm: the one to pick if you plan to carry on to Bangla Road afterwards.
The official website does not give a running time, so allow the whole gap between shows and do not book a dinner table for straight after a show starts. Arriving 20 to 30 minutes early gives you time to collect your tickets and find your seats without a rush.
Tickets and Prices
Simon Cabaret tickets cost 1,000 THB for an adult VIP seat and 800 THB for an adult regular seat, according to the theatre’s official price list (Simon Cabaret sales kit; as of October 2026). Children pay 200 THB less in either seat.
| Seat (as of October 2026) | Adult | Child (4 to 12) |
|---|---|---|
| VIP (lower floor, rows A to N) | 1,000 THB | 800 THB |
| Regular (upper floor, rows O to R) | 800 THB | 600 THB |
The child price applies to children aged 4 to 12, up to a maximum height of 140 cm. Hotel transfers are not included: the theatre offers private and shared minivans for an extra charge, which you ask for when you book.
You can book on the official website, where full payment by credit card or PayPal is taken when you reserve. The theatre’s terms say all purchases are final and no refund can be given, so book once your evening plans are fixed. If you buy through a tour desk or booking app instead, compare the total with the official price before you pay.
VIP or Regular Seats?
VIP seats are the 14 rows (A to N) on the lower floor, and regular seats are the 4 rows (O to R) on the upper floor, according to the official seating plan (Simon Cabaret seating plan). Both face the stage straight on.
Pay the extra 200 THB for VIP if you want to see the costumes and make-up up close, or if you are a group who want to sit together near the front. Regular seats are good value for couples on a budget: the saving for two adults is 400 THB, and in a 600-seat theatre you are never far from the stage.
Photos, Children and Booking Rules
Cameras and other recording devices are not allowed in the Simon Cabaret theatre. You get your photos afterwards instead: the performers come out after the show, and the theatre advertises the chance to meet the stars for photos.
If photos matter to you, head out of the theatre promptly at the end rather than lingering in your seat, and always ask before you take a close-up photo of a performer.
Children are welcome at Simon Cabaret: the theatre sells child tickets for ages 4 to 12. With younger children, the 6:00 pm show keeps the evening short.
Is Simon Cabaret Worth It? The Honest Answer
Simon Cabaret Phuket is worth it if you want an easy, polished night out that does not take up the whole evening. A regular ticket costs less than half of a dinner-and-show evening at the big theme parks, you are back in Patong’s restaurants straight afterwards, and there is no long transfer.
Simon Cabaret is less worth it if glitzy costumes and stage comedy are not your thing: it is a polished show built for visitors, not a slice of local nightlife. Travellers who want local life rather than a show built for tourists will get more from a market or a night in Phuket Old Town.
- Go if: you want a light, colourful evening in Patong, you are with friends or a group, or rain has ruled out the beach.
- Skip if: you dislike staged shows built for tourists.
- Save money: book regular seats direct, and walk or take a short ride from central Patong rather than paying for a transfer.
Simon Cabaret or Phuket FantaSea?
Simon Cabaret and Phuket FantaSea are different kinds of evening. Simon Cabaret is a compact cabaret in Patong with three shows a night; FantaSea is a theme park at Kamala built around one big show at 9:00 pm, with a show-only ticket at 1,800 THB for an adult (Phuket FantaSea prices; as of October 2026).
Pick Simon Cabaret for a short show close to your hotel in Patong. Pick FantaSea, covered in our Phuket FantaSea guide, for a long evening of dinner, elephants and stage effects with the family. Its sister park is in our Carnival Magic Phuket guide.
Getting There
Simon Cabaret is at 8 Sirirach Road, Patong Beach, in Kathu district (Simon Cabaret contact page). From most hotels in Patong it is a short taxi or tuk-tuk ride; agree the fare before you get in, and allow extra time in the evening, when traffic in Patong is slow.
The theatre can arrange a private or shared minivan for an extra charge when you book, which is the easier option from Karon, Kata or further away. If you are flying in on the day, our Phuket airport to Patong guide covers the bus, taxi and transfer options, and our Patong Beach guide covers the rest of the bay.
Where to Stay Near Simon Cabaret
Staying in Patong itself is the easiest way to see Simon Cabaret: you can pick any of the three show times and be back for dinner without a long ride.
This is where we at Silqhaus come into the picture. Silqhaus, a Phuket and Pattaya holiday-rental company, has a private villa in Patong, BS Villa Phuket, run by our own local team, who you can message directly from day one. Booking direct is at least 10% cheaper than the same home on Airbnb, Booking.com or Vrbo.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much are Simon Cabaret Phuket tickets?
Simon Cabaret Phuket tickets cost 1,000 THB for an adult VIP seat and 800 THB for an adult regular seat; children aged 4 to 12 pay 800 THB and 600 THB (as of October 2026).
What time is the Simon Cabaret show in Phuket?
Simon Cabaret Phuket has three shows every night, at 6:00 pm, 7:30 pm and 9:00 pm (as of October 2026).
Where is Simon Cabaret in Phuket?
Simon Cabaret is at 8 Sirirach Road, Patong Beach, Kathu, Phuket 83150, a short taxi or tuk-tuk ride from most hotels in Patong.
Is Simon Cabaret suitable for children?
Simon Cabaret welcomes children and sells child tickets for ages 4 to 12 (800 THB VIP, 600 THB regular, as of October 2026). The 6:00 pm show keeps the evening short for families.
Can you take photos at Simon Cabaret?
Cameras and recording devices are not allowed inside the Simon Cabaret theatre, but the performers come out after the show for photos.
Can you get a refund on Simon Cabaret tickets?
Tickets bought on the official Simon Cabaret website are final: the terms say no refund can be given.
Simon Cabaret has stayed popular for more than three decades because it does one thing well: a bright, good-humoured show that fits neatly into a night in Patong. Pick your time, book the seat that suits you, and leave a few minutes for the photos afterwards.
Sources
- Simon Cabaret Phuket: show times, theatre and history
- Simon Cabaret: sales kit with the official seating plan and entrance fees
- Simon Cabaret: terms and conditions (payment, refunds)
- Simon Cabaret: contact and address
- Phuket FantaSea: ticket prices
- Cover photo: Photo: shankar s., CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons; edited by Silqhaus
