14 things you don’t want to miss in Bangkok this weekend (Dec 4-6)
A father’s day workshop for kids, an international ceramics exhibition, and music festivals out of town.
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ART
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Lost & Found: International Ceramics Art Exhibition
On Dec 5, international ceramic artists will offer their own unique interpretations of how toys, games, and memories can influence our lives and personal histories: if toy cars and dolls are so universal, they ask, then why are we so often different from one another?
Dec 5. Yelo House, 20/2 Kasemsan Soi 1
The Great Upheaval: Mapping Calvino’s World
After receiving a commission for the cover of Calvino’s newest novel, Dance Me to the End of Time, Artist Edward Cassgrande journeys to explore 30 years of Vincent Calvino’s work by depicting the journey of the Thai-based Canadian Noir author’s crime novels through a series of prints.
Through Dec 31. Foreign Correspondents’ Club Thailand, P/F, 518/5 Ploenchit Rd., Free Entry
Our Daddy Always Looks Down on Us
An extension of the new short story “Patience is the Treasure of A Well-Mannered Person”, Jirat Prasertsup delves into the stories held at the core of Thai historical identity. In his exhibition, Prasertsup investigates the influence of these stories on Thai nationalism and as a tool to obscure faults within the system.
Through Jan 24. Cartel Artspace, 2198/10 Naradhiwas Rajanagarindra 22
N-O-A-H Fine Art Group Exhibition
Eight artists contemplate the relationships between nature, objects, animals, and humans and their effect on all aspects of an artist’s life in this stunning exhibit held at 333Anywhere.
Through Dec 29. 333Anywhere, Warehouse 30, 52 60 Captain Bush Ln.
NIGHTLIFE AND MUSIC
Credit: Foojohn jazz club
The Beginning of 2020’s End: DJ Norbert Platzer, Ace in the Hole
Ending their 10-month-long break from Guest DJs, Rabbit Hole plans to finish off the year with an epic night starring DJ Norbert Platzer.
Dec 4. Rabbit Hole, 125 Sukhumvit Soi 55
Disco Fri'Yeaaah with Boogie G
Don your favorite disco outfit and get ready to boogie. Swiss DJ Boogie G prepares disco tunes while Le Café des Stagiaires kicks off the season of festivities with an extra happy hour and two free shots for every disco dress-up.
Dec 4. Le Café des Stagiaires, 142/21 Sathorn Soi 12. Free Entry.
Chill Afterwork at Apero Bodega
Ready for some R and R this long weekend? Head over to Bodega Hostels for some fresh Tapas, wine and the feel of all the week’s anxiety slipping away.
Dec 4. Bodega Hostels, 120/15 Sukhumvit 23.
"Around Miles" A Tribute To Miles Davis
Celebrate the musical genius Miles Davis at FooJohn with charming performances and plenty of drinks.
Dec 4. FooJohn, 831 Charoenkrung Soi 31. B100
Old Fashioned Week at Ms.Jigger
Ms. Jigger hosts Old Fashioned Week with innovative cocktails fashioned by their bar manager, Aaron Feder.
Through Dec 6. Ms. Jigger, L/F, Kimpton Maa-Lai, 78 Soi Tonson, Lang Suan Rd.
MARKETS & WORKSHOPS
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Untitled Komunity Christmas Market
Browse through this nest of community-made crafts and delicious homemade foods at the verdant Angoon’s Garden at the heart of Thonglor.
Dec 4. Angoon’s Garden, Khlong Tan Nuea. B100
Kimipoko Pop-up Father's Day Workshop
Take your children for some Father’s day bonding with some clay creativity. Kimipoko Studio is offering both clay souvenirs and precious memories to make father’s day especially memorable this year.
Dec 5. The Londoner Brew Pub, 1178 Pattanakarn Rd. B800
Soap Making Workshop
Bangkok Soap Opera is starring Maria Kalita this weekend in a soap making workshop with a focus on recycling and sustainability. Turn your leftover cooking oil into soothings soaps that kind to both your body and the environment.
Dec 5. The Commons Thonglor, 335 Thonglor 17, Sukhumvit 55. B550
OUTSIDE BANGKOK
Credit: Longlay Beach Life Festival
Longlay Beach Life Festival 2020
Cha Am’s version of (beachside) Glastonbury is back this Dec 5-6 with over two days and two nights of music and beachside activities. 40-plus leading Thai artists and DJs will perform across two stages. Opt for the Whale Stage if you’re into music with instruments and singers, or the Octopus Stage if you’re more into raving.
Dec 5-6. Diamond Beach (Longlay Beach), Bang Kao, Cha-am District, Phetchaburi. B1,500
Mooban Wonder
Following the postponement of the 2020 Wonderfruit festival, the folks behind Pattaya’s answer to Coachella are back with a season-long spinoff for Thai residents. Moobaan Wonder turns The Fields at Siam Country Club into a space for over 200 performers, 40 food outlets, and 80 Thai design stores from across Thailand.
Through Jan 17, 2021. Siam Country Club, 50, Pong, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri. B690 for day passes, B2,190 for single weekends, or B6,800 for the full season (all five weekends)
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