It always seems like it, but this weekend in Bangkok is absolutely packed. It’s not just our regular rounds of live music, DJs, and pool parties (but, yes, those too). We’ve also got annual celebrations, leaving parties, and carnivals.
To kick off, we’d be remiss not to mention that everyone who is anyone is going to be at Chilli Fest Saturday—and likely in the bathroom most of Sunday. It’s a big event for everyone in the city who loves spice, which is (checks notes) everyone.
There are some very odd things to do this weekend as well, such as the Viking Boat party on the floating Bangkok Island and beyond as well as the Brazilian Street Carnival at Havana Social.
There’s heavy metal, karaoke, special dinners, poetry and more all headed your way.
Thu
The Pickwicks Chronicle XXIX: Pete (Philtration BKK)
Pierre Bourguignon-Pitet, head of the beverages and mixology at Philtration will be taking over for a special guest shift at Pickwicks this Thursday. The special menu will feature 1800 Tequila and it all kicks off at 8:30pm. More info here.
Hot Latin Thursday
As ever, there’s a Latin event on the Bangkok weekend, and the one to check out this time is at Selena Bar. With workshops and a party after, the dancing gets started at 8:30pm. More info here.
Thursday Techno
Culture Cafe continues their Techno Thursdays at 8pm, and this time you can expect DJ Payu and Jarkin spinning and delivering the best in techno and underground minimal house. More info here.
The Poet Parlor
Troubadours and poets of all shapes and styles, The Parlor and The Standard Hotel are bringing together the city’s most outspoken for an evening of spoken word. And, if that’s not your thing, DJ Sticky kicks things off at 7pm. More info here.
Fri
Sol at Colette Bangkok
Starting off at 5pm, Colette Bangkok welcomes Chef Top Russell and Chef Pongthep Phosri of SōL Phuket take over the kitchen. Over at the bar, Stanislav Andruskevic, Head of Drinks at Colette, and Anuttida Kaewbamrung (Ploy) from SōL, will craft exclusive cocktails. More info here.
Bathroom Singing: H2Overload
The Songkran spirits, as they say at Jam, are waking early for a session of the city’s favorite bout of karaoke. The traffic may still be here, but that doesn’t mean you can’t belt out 90s tunes with all your heart whether you can sing or not. More info here.
Techno X Trance
Tickets at the door are available at 10pm for this big club night at Berlin Bangkok. You can expect HI3ND, John Budh, Nicole, OMGWTFJKD, PVLMFCK, and RoxSpa7e. This is shaping up to be one of the weekend’s biggest parties. More info here.
Carnivola Live
If you’ve had your fill of all these DJs with impossible names to either say or remember (see above) and you just want to hear some people shredding their hearts out, Carnivola is on live at Immortal Bar at 8pm for all the Bangkok metalheads. More info here.
Sat
Chilli Fest 2026
Oh, yes. It’s back. Is pain a flavor? We think it is. Back once again, Chilli Fest 2026 is returning to Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok for its fourth edition, promising an afternoon-to-evening blowout dedicated to all things fiery, flavour-packed, and fearlessly spicy. Running from 2pm to 9pm, this one-day festival brings together Michelin-recognised chefs and top restaurants for a global tour of chilli-forward dishes, each interpreting heat through their own culinary lens. But, of course, everyone’s favorite event is the chilli eating competition. Tickets here.
Viking Boat Party
Viking isn’t a nationality. It’s a calling. Now, you can gather your jarls, karls, and thralls together for a Nordic banger on the river as The Viking Boat Party returns to Bangkok. Hosted by the Thai-Nordic Association, the event will take place on March 28 on the Chao Phraya River, hosted by the Thai-Nordic Association. For the cosplayers, it’s time to get your leather ready because this is a costume event complete with viking costumes, Nordic flags, and live music. The party kicks off at 4pm on the big day, and will feature a lot more than the usual dress up and tunes. More info here.
Street Art Fight at Le Méridien Bangkok
Following the rooftop street art fights that have been happening for the last seven days, this is one last hooray for the scene, as they gather at Le Méridien Bangkok for the final award ceremony, all starting at 6pm.
Olympus
Even on a weekend of amazing events, this one will be a stand out. The crew at Madame Rouge will be stepping into the home of the gods at the perfect venue, Aesops—the city’s favorite spot for a big Greek party. Expect the legends of Olympus to get even sexier than usual. More info here.
Brazilian Street Carnival
It’s that time again. The Brazilian Street Carnival Party is back with free flow drinks from 3-4pm, but this party will go very, very late. Expect Brazilian dance, drums, and DJs to keep you going through the night. More info here.
Mad Stash x The Standard
Mad Stash knows how to party, and Sky Beach is one of the best rooftop spots in the city. So, if those are your two things, there’s one place to be on Saturday. Starting at 8pm, you’ll be in the company of Dott, Sadia B2B Max, and Victoria Gewinnen. More info here.
Sun
End of an Era
Well, this one hurts. Noise House Lat Phrao, a space that has brought us so much good live music, is closing its doors. But not without one last party. Here we go. The swan song for this space will be 20 bands playing it to its grave. So long, old friend. More info here.
The Swap Social
You know the drill. It’s the Swap Social, back again. Spice R US will host a swap for clothes, household goods, and more. It starts at 2pm, and the leftover goods are donated to those in need. More info here.
Sunday Beach: The Beatles Dub Club
At Bangkok Island, it’s all about the river and the Beatles Dub Club playing a mix of reggae, ska, funk, and more for the Sunday crowd. This is a free entry event and starts at 8pm. More info here.
