Let the last week of August begin.
We’ve got an unusually funny weekend planned for you. Gossip at Chit Chaat, get in some relationship improv at Comedy Club Bangkok, or head over to Arcadia Live for the Battle of the Sexes.
On the party front, look no further than Havana Social this weekend, but you’ll also find wild nights at The Standard and Bangkok Island Pier.
As always, we have some pretty kitschy things for you to do this weekend, from professional wrestling in a Mexican restaurant to painting and wine drinking. Let’s get stuck in.
Thu
Santo Slam
It’s baaack. Santo Slam — Bangkok’s only Mexican nightlife restaurant professional wrestling event — returns for yet another Thursday of wild performances, suplexes, and top rope madness. Grab yourself a tequila, sit back, and shout abuse. That’s the Bangkok way. More info here.
Off the Wall
Electric Soul Ordinary will be putting on a Live Tribute to Michael Jackson at Siwilai Sound Club. Join this party starting at 9pm for a full night of tunes and tributes to the King of Pop going until late in the Live Room. More info here.
Gossip Night IV
Chit Chaat came on the scene with some fun Indian bites, but they’ve also been putting on some interesting events. The gossip comes out for the fourth time at this venue starting at 8pm with anonymous confessions, stories, and crowd work that will keep you laughing. More info here.
Innerworld - Vell
Head down to Bar Temp at 9pm for a party that will go very late. Expect Innerworld to be playing all night with support from Vell at Bangkok Community Radio. B250 gets you in the door. More info here.
Fri
Kodaline
For Aug 28-29, Irish indie-rock favorites Kodaline are touching down for a highly emotional two-night stint at UOB Live inside EmSphere. As part of their official Farewell Tour, the band will be looking back at over a decade of stadium-sized tearjerkers and cinematic pop hits. Prepare for massive crowd singalongs to iconic anthems like "All I Want" and "High Hopes" in what will be an unforgettable send-off. More info here.
Dating Disasters
This week Comedy Club Bangkok will be sticking with the dating theme — improv style. We’re talking bad first dates, app disasters, and genuine unscripted chaos from the audience, all starting at 8pm at Bangkok’s favorite space for comedy. More info here.
Carnaval de la Habana
There’s a reason to go to Havana Social every weekend, but it’s always great to hit one of their big parties. For this event, starting at 6pm, Latin energy will be coming from DJ Henry Knowles, live bands, Cuban Taxi Dancers, and a Carnival performance from Madame Rouge. More info here.
Rossini’s Wine Dinner
Rossini's Wine Dinner at Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, a Luxury Collection Hotel delves once again into the style of Tuscan wine for a Friday dinner. Tickets start at B3,500 for food only, but do yourself a favor and spring for the wine pairing for B6,500. More info here.
Vilah Jazz Sessions
Join Sararn for the night of live jazz, drinks, and bites at Vilah Lounge — a little bit to drink, some cheese, a few tunes, and the Bangkok skyline. This event kicks off at 8pm at this premium space at Kromo Bangkok. More info here.
Sat
Battle of the Sexes
Last week was for the singles, and this week the Battle of the Sexes continues at Arcadia Live. Starting at 7:30pm, head over to Phra Khanong where you’ll find Alex Latour hosting for Sarayumi, Daniel Holmes, and Bianca Lau. More info here.
Fire
This is one for the dancers out there. Dancehall, Afrobeat, Gqom, and Amapiano will be pumping out heavy tunes until midnight. Get there before 9pm and entry is free for this event with Yuval Schwok, T4tinz, and more at Bangkok Island Pier. More info here.
Wake the Floor
On the 3rd floor at The Standard in Bangkok you’ll find DJ Dani8l, DJ Takky, and DJ Genji keeping the party pumping starting at 10pm and going late. This is an open invitation event. More info here.
The Wholesome Book Club
The Commons Cloud 11 has been getting all the love recently, but don’t forget your friends at Thonglor. The book club returns at 2pm for bookworms to unite to read, meet, buy, and, because it’s The Commons, eat. It’s a chill way to just sit and enjoy your Saturday. More info here.
Live Jazz at Gigi Asoke
Jazz returns for a night at Gigi Asoke. Jazz Vibes at Gigi starts early at 6:30pm and goes until 9:30pm, a chance to get a nice little bass on before you properly hit the neighborhood for the nightlife. More info here.
Sun
The Art of Scent and Champagne
From Panpuri Care Eau de Parfum, visitors will be going to add a little creativity to their weekend with a workshop guided by artist Aey Kamolatas of Ami's Paint Bar starting at 3pm. Natural ingredients will be used to create personal artwork with the essence of Eau de Parfum. Oh, and you’ll be enjoying Ruinart Brut Champagne and curated canapés.
HT, Sunday Nights, Raincovts
There’s one final live music event for you in Bangkok this weekend, and it’s at Blueprint Livehouse. Starting at 7:30pm, B350 gets you in the door for this three-band lineup at one of Bangkok’s favorite places for live music. More info here.
Sip, Paint, Socialize
There’s nothing quite like an artistic wind down on a Sunday afternoon — with a little hair of the dog. Starting at 5pm, paint and sip some vino at Cantina. This is a fun, no pressure event with a lot of memorable keepsakes. Be sure to book in advance. More info here.
