Bangkok is wet again, and we’re here for it. This weekend, like every weekend in Bangkok, is chock full of events, so let’s get stuck in and find out where you need to be.
First off, let’s talk music. It’s a good weekend for people who like indie music, with good shows to check out at Bangkok Island, Jam, and Fatty’s Bar and Diner.
If you’re all about partying this weekend, there’s a pool party starting early that you don’t want to miss from Mad Stash and Jo Waves at Levels.
For more community-centric events, we’ve been looking forward to the Neilson Hays Library book sale for quite some time, and it’s finally here and it’s lasting all weekend and into next week. If you’re more into begonias than books, hit up the Bangkok International Exotic Plants Show and Sale.
Beyond that, we’ve 4-hands dinners, comedy, crochet, and more—all kicking off tomorrow.
Thu
Jo Waves at Levels
Jo Waves, who has played Ultra Europe and Tomorrowland Winter, will be performing for a debut at Levels, with backing from DJ Amplify, Ployfon, and MC VQueen. This party kicks off at 10pm and goes late. More info here.
Ladies’ Thirsty Night
If you’re looking for something to do with your crew this Thursday, ANJU Korean Rooftop Restaurant is having BOGO drinks for ladies all night long, starting at 5pm. But, let’s be real, you will come here for the Korean food. More info here.
Wine Dinner with Jackson Family Wines
Up on the 57th floor of the Waldorf Astoria, Jackson Family Wines from California is putting on a wine dinner for B3,500 per person on one night only, complete with a five-course menu from Bull and Bear—all starting at 6pm. More info here.
Drunk Musicians Playing the Wrong Instruments
Drunk musicians? That’s never happened before. With no cover charge, over at Fatty’s Bar and Diner starting at 8pm, you’ll find local musicians doing their thing with fun jams and “musical mayhem”. They’re promising weird solos and questionable musical decisions along with Keyboard Fatty, Woranut Boy, and Hot Like Hell. More info here.
Fri
Bangkok International Exotic Plants Show and Sale
For all you plant moms and dads, this is a big weekend. Running through the whole weekend, find plants you didn’t know you wanted (or existed) at the Bangkok International Exotic Plants Show and Sale from May 15-17 on the fifth floor of Central Chaengwattana. More info here.
Welcome Back to School
It wouldn’t be a weekend in Bangkok without a little comedy. Join the Comedy Club Bangkok for some back-to-school improv yuks starting at 8pm. B400 gets you in the door for this night of Bangkok laughs. More info here.
Bangkok Indie Club
Bangkok Island is putting on a party for people who like indie music. With the party kicking off at 6pm, you can expect to see Bangkok favorites Aliens on Earth, Selassie Thai, and Shadow banned. More info here.
Friday Frequencies
It’s back to Jam again this weekend for Friday Frequencies. This is where local Bangkok bands go to make their mark, and starting at 8pm, Jam will be featuring Kmonrafiq, YEEET, Cvptian Morgans, and Papanin K. More info here.
Sat
Neilson Hays Library Book Sale
Starting daily at 9:30pm, this is a big event for the city’s book lovers (and people who just like being in Neilson Hays Library). The Neilson Hays Library Bi-Annual Book Sale returns this May for a nine-day stint of books, books, and more books. Going from May 16-24, visitors can expect thousands of pre-loved books and former library books in English and Thai, but there are also selections of DVDs and magazines. More info here.
IGNIV Bangkok x IGNIV Bad Ragaz
IGNIV Bangkok is partnering with IGNIV Bad Ragaz from Switzerland for a night of dining on Saturday, with the talents of Chef Arne Riehn and Chef Joël Ellenberger of IGNIV Bad Ragaz for a special 4-Hands lunch and dinner experience, with lunch starting at 11am and dinner at 6pm. More info here.
Midnight Ramblers
The Stones tribute band need no introduction on the Bangkok cover scene, and they’ll be playing Smalls this Saturday. They’re coming back for a show starting at 9pm, and you should book ahead if you want a table. More info here.
Mad Stash Pool Party
Whenever Mad Stash puts on a pool party, pay attention. These turn into some of the wildest parties in town—starting early at 2pm and with music throughout. Expect drinks, DJs, dancing, and fun in the sun at Westin Grande Sukhumvit across four DJ sets. More info here.
Zero Gravity
The Social House is a club only the Onnut crowd really knows, and this could be your weekend to check it out. Opening in October last year, they’ve got some good deals and very local vibes, and on Saturday, they’ll be featuring Zero Gravity. Doors open at 5pm. More info here.
Sun
Eurogenus Sunday
If you haven’t been to the new spot, you’re missing out. This is the perfect excuse to get yourself down to the new Arcadia Live for the first time. Found in the all-new Cinematique, you can expect a Eurovision watch party starting at 8pm. More info here.
Reading Party
Take a breather, grab a book, and chill. From 2-4pm at The Commons Thonglor, join their reading party where you can join with other book lovers for a chance to just relax and read in this community space with a selection from Biblio and Amarinbooks. More info here.
The Great Grill Sunday Jazz Brunch
The Nurse Quartet will play tunes through the Sunday brunch experience, this time themed on The Great Grill, with a focus on depth, smoke, and character at the The Living Room at Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit—all starting at noon. More info here.
Crochet and Coffee
If you need a chill day after your wild weekend, grab some coffee and some yarn at La Mesa Coffee for some crochet, knitting, or cross-stitch. You’ll find likeminded crafters starting and continuing projects starting at 10am. More info here.
