It’s a fantastic Phnom Penh weekend. We have Miss Sarawan seemingly everywhere in the city at once while making us fall in love with Phnom Penh golden era feels. There’s art classes, live music, late night Dutch djs and a whole load of farewell gigs.
Friday
What’s On Stage
16:00, Rufus, Aussie XL, St. 88
Rufus sets up his last gig tonight by the pool with all of Aussie’s deeply satisfying comfort foods available to bring in that sweet sweet weekend.
17:00, Voodoo Closing Party, Voodoo Boulevard, St. 258
DJ Yoyo is celebrating the end of a 4 year journey at Voodoo. For regulars who are sad to see the joint go it’s a must and for those less familiar with the bar there are some great discounts on as all the stock must go!
18:30, Back to 1960s, Ruby Jack, Sofitel, Sothearos
Go all in for an evening of old school Cambodian glitz and glamour with some live music from the always just wonderful Miss Sarawan up on the 42nd floor. You can reserve tickets here.
19:00, Penh Pals Farewell: The Last Waltz, Tacos Kokopelli, St. 19 Z
Back to where it all started for 3 pals who met and formed a band years ago. Seems like there is nowhere better for them to perform that great farewell show. All the usual delicious food is available in addition to Cubano sandwiches just for tonight.
19:00, Atomic Pleng, Botanico, St. 29
Kick off the weekend with some modern Khmer pop tunes over in the garden at Botanico.
21:00, We are Ewe & Pocket Change, Oscars on the Corner, St. 104
Rock your wee Indie hearts out with We are Ewe followed by Pocket Change at the ‘best damn bar!’
What’s On Late
22:00, DJ Dav AF, Backstreet Bar, St. 308
One of Phnom Penh’s most beloved and most Dutch DJs brings some house and catchy beats to Backstreet to gear you into a late night sesh.
Saturday
What’s On Screen
17:00, Bob Marley: One Love, META House, St. 228
This feature film uncovers the life of the legendary face of many annoying backpacker’s t-shirts, But, this film also dives into the lesser known real life politics and violence that was such a huge part of why Marley was the man who he became.
What’s On Stage
18:30, Geography of The Moon, Lantern Rooftop Bar, St. 282
6th floor on the rooftop of the stunning Baitong hotel is the perfect venue to see these guys bash out some great tunes.
19:00, Miss Sarawan, Botanico, St. 29
The old school Phnom Penh vibes of this weekend continue as Miss Sarawan is once again on stage and this time joined by Scoddy to bring some classics to your weekend.
Sunday
What’s On Stage
17:00, Green Leaf Motif, The Vine, St. 244
Sunday Sessions as usual over The Vine with some cajon beats to reign in your weekend.
What Else
14:00, Art Weekend, Botanico, Sat. 29
A Sunday designed for art lovers in the Penh. $35 includes a drink, all of your art materials and a 3 hour painting workshop.
That’s all for now, Penh Pals