What is it:
The legends behind Chiang Mai’s raucous live music series We Are Punk take their show on the road once again, hosting another Chiang Dao Punk Fest at the end of January. And in Tiger Jungle Art Camp they’ve found the perfect venue.
Why we love it:
The ferocious energy of this festival is unmatched in northern Thailand, with bands coming to play their loud and proud bangers from across the country and overseas (this years acts will blast into town from Tokyo, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, China and Germany) reminding one and all that punk knows no borders and jams with a cause will always rally community spirit. Don’t be fooled by the tough leather-clad exterior, the Chiang Mai punk scene is extremely welcoming.
The wooden ‘Nevernever Land’ structures of Tiger Art Camp are as if they were built for the event itself – playful, practical and with a DIY anarchic ethos as real as the festival punters. Short and sweet, this is a one day festival so you can get as rowdy, grubby and lit as you like, making it easy to go all out in the moshpit without peaking too soon.
Time Out tip:
The following morning, treat yourself to a soak in the free hot springs around the corner to melt away the bruises and steady yourself for the drive home.
Jan 30. B700 in advance, B1,000 on the door. Tiger Jungle Art Camp, Chiang Dao.