Ping Pong Shows

A ping pong show in Thailand is a form of entertainment that usually happens whilst in strips clubs. Shows tend to consist of Thai ladies holding or blowing objects out of their vaginas. Ping Pong balls are the most iconic objects used but as the shows have evolved more and more crazy shows are being created. Thailand has become famous around the world for such shows and that has lead to the shows being very popular with tourists.

One of the most popular parts of Thailand for ping pong shows is the Patpong Market in Silom. The red light district here is the place to go for a little bit of everything from ladyboys to LGBT bars. You will usually see men on the streets coming up to you making a popping noise and shouting “you want ping pong?” If you do then you will be lead the nearest show where the charge is usually around 100 THB.

Even though you think you already know exactly what happens at these bars, the range of performances will surprise you. The dart show is where audience members will be given balloons to hold which will be popped with a flying dart. A ribbon show is an x-rated version of a childhood memory of a magician pulling a handkerchief from there sleeve. The razor show will truly amaze you with the Thai lady pulling razorblades attached to string out of her privates. She will then use the razors to cut out men on paper. A paper creation souvenir you won't forget.

Avoid Scams

Sadly ping pong shows attract scam artists. There is an exit scam where the owner and workers will get very aggressive with you claiming you either have to pay for every show, you have to pay to tip the ladies or you agreed to pay in British sterling instead of THB. It can be a scary experience so here is how to avoid the scam.

• Be bold and tell them that you know the scam and are not willing to pay the ridiculous add-ons that you are being charged for.
• Before entering you can agree on the terms of the price repeatedly. Make sure you are paying in baht and not sterling. Even try to get a written agreement
• Pay the owner the entry fee and have a tab behind the bar in advance.
• Go into ping-pong bars in big groups. Having a large guy will always help you have the upper hand to their aggressive approach.
• Take only the minimum amount of money. You will never receive change so take small notes and then you can also argue you can't afford the extra charges that weren't agreed.