Written by Stephanie Li
Experience the best things to do in Yangon with this guide to essential eats, drinks, culture, nightlife and more.
Friday
A relaxed evening with the finest cocktails in a hidden gem next to Inya lake will be the best way to unwind after a busy week.
Time: 19:00 – 22:00
Venue: Garbo Bar, Melia Yangon
Fee: Vary depending on the order
2. Italian Concert – When Oboe meets Piano
Featuring oboist Arnaldo de Felice and pianist Alberto Firrincieli, the concert will perform beautiful pieces ranging from Cimarosa to the contemporary film scores by Ennio Morricone.
Time: 19:00 – 21:00
Venue: Chatrium Hotel Royal Lake Yangon
Entrance Fee: Free
3. Mergui Talks #1: Panel Discussion & Film Screening
Join the discussion and film screening to know more about Mergui Archipelago, the last island paradise left on Earth.
Time: 18:00 – 20:30
Venue: Nourish Cafe Yangon
Entrance Fee: Free (RSVP Recommended)
Rangoon Tea House will be hosting Masterchef Singapore finalist Aaron Wong for the first 4 hands dinner of 2020 ! Laksa Risotto, Chilli Crab Mote Limayar and more.
Time: 18:00-23:00
Venue: Rangoon Tea House
Entrance Fee: Vary depending on the order
Saturday
The bar will turn into the most Neon-ish decorations with a full moon party vibe, just show up in casual dress and they will take care the rest.
Time: 17:00 – 02:00
Venue: Atlas Rooftop Bar & Lounge
Entrance Fee: Vary depending on the order
6. Jam Bar Take Over by Kavinn Raaj
The bar will be taken over by Kavinn Raaj, head bartender of Jam at Siri House in Singapore!
Time: 18:00 – 23:00
Venue: Nam Su – Shan Tea House & Cocktails
Fee: Vary depending on the order
7. Journey to Rangoon Dinner & Dance Show
Spend a lively evening of Myanmar food and traditional dance in one of the elegant ballrooms of The Secretariat.
Time: 18:30 – 20:30 (Dance Show starts at 19:30)
Venue: The Secretariat
Entrance Fee: $35/ Person
8. FAB – Yangon Pride Afterparty
It’s a Pride Month. Shall we party?
Time: 22:00 – 03:00
Venue: The Maze Club
Entrance Fee: Vary depending on the order
9. Shakespeare in the Garden – The Handlebards perform The Tempest
Join the HandleBards for a fast-paced and farcical take on Shakespeare’s ‘The Tempest’!
Time: 19:00 – 21:00
Venue: The Irrawaddy Arms – British Club, Yangon
Entrance Fee: MMK 20,000 (RSVP recommended)
Sunday
10. TEDxYangon 2020: The Big Questions
Under the theme of ‘The Big Questions’,the event will take on a TED Summit format where there will be 12 talks along with choices to attend some of the 20 workshop sessions that will be held.
Time: 08:00 to 20:00
Venue: Dulwich College Yangon (Star City Campus)
Entrance Fee: MMK 100,000
11. FNI FEB FEVER
Anyone can enjoy the whole day event with sports, activities, Music performed by Top DJs, super stars artists and music band all day long.
Time: 07:00 – 23:30
Venue: Pun Hlaing Golf Club
Entrance Fee: MMK 500,000 (Diamond), MMK 200,000 (Platinum), MMK 50,000 (gold)