Alright, listen up. We know you’re full-steam ahead for Halloween already. We get it. But there’s one weekend left between here and there, and it’s actually a pretty cool one, so pay attention.
Throughout the city, the tunes are kicking off from bluegrass to samba. It’s a great weekend to be a music lover in Bangkok. For hip-hop fans, there are actually two pretty cool events you’re going to need to know about on Thursday: The Klongtoeycompton and Badvibes. If you don’t know what they are, you need to start right now.
We’ve got comedy, chocolate, guest shifts, and more coming to you. Prepare for Halloween, but get ready for this weekend.
Thu
Bangkok Illustration Fair 2026
Illustration fans, take note. Bangkok Illustration Fair returns to centralwOrld this October, bringing together local and international artists for four days of original artwork, workshops and creative exchanges. Expect fresh talent, collectible prints and plenty of inspiration for your next wall upgrade.
Klongtoeycompton Vol. 3
Bangkok’s underground rap scene takes center stage at Klongtoey Compton Vol. 3. Expect a packed lineup of local and regional rappers, DJs and beat-driven sounds, with JAYPS, Eleven Finger and more bringing the energy to the waterfront.
Badvibes Vol. 5
Street-dance crews and battle fans, this one's for you. BADVIBES Battle Vol. 5 takes over Host BKK with hip-hop showdowns, all-style battles, workshops and international talent. Catch the dancers going head-to-head before the competition reaches its finals.
Southeastern Gathering
With bluegrass, Irish traditional, and old-time music at Public House Bangkok Oct 20-25. This will be the third edition of Southeastern Gathering. The event begins with three instrument specific parties. The first “Pickin’ Parlour” features the dobro with private Penthouse house-party concerts limited to 20 guests each. Check the schedule. Pick your instrument. And get ready to party.
Fri
ChangChui Halloween Party
Trade your usual Halloween costume for something with a Thai twist. ChangChui Creative Park is hosting a Halloween party packed with spooky-season vibes and local creative flair. Come dressed to haunt and make a night of exploring one of Bangkok’s most characterful art spaces.
Yented
Ready for a dose of Thai indie? YENTED takes the stage at Melt Livehouse’s Cloud 11 Theater for an intimate live set. Expect the band’s signature alternative sounds and a night made for singing along.
Caramba Samba
Samba rhythms are taking over Siwilai Sound Club with Caramba Samba: Sound of Brazil. Expect a lively night of Brazilian sounds and dance-floor energy at the Bangkok music spot. This is a fun space to be on a Friday night, so bring your dancing shoes for a long stay.
Kolour Presents AN!KA
House, disco and funk are on the menu as Kolour welcomes DJ AN!KA to APT 101. Expect warm basslines, feel-good grooves and a late-night dance floor built for those who prefer their weekends with a little more rhythm.
Sat
Bangkok Bar Show
Calling all cocktail lovers and industry insiders. Bangkok Bar Show is back to celebrate the craft of drinking, with bartenders, spirits brands and bar professionals coming together for a showcase of Thailand’s evolving cocktail culture. Expect creative pours, industry know-how and plenty of inspiration for your next night out.
Tribute to Oasis
Underdog Microbrewery is putting on some covers that should get you out of the center of the city for a while. The Chocolate Cosmos will be delivering tunes from starting at 8pm for a Tribute to Oasis.
Lost in Translation
Culture clashes and awkward encounters are all fair game at this comedy night blending stand-up, improv, and storytelling. Hosted by Jay Yamaki, the show invites audience members to anonymously submit their own cross-cultural mishaps. 10% of proceeds will be donated to 'The Queen Sirikit Centre for Breast Cancer Awareness' as part of our 'Funny In Pink' October initiative.
Faces of Death
Leave the riverside sundowners to someone else. Faces of Death is bringing the heavy stuff to Bangkok Island, with a bill spanning hardcore, beatdown, grindcore and death metal. Soul of Sin, 13 Cobra, Eternal Death, Crapgum, Brainrage and Herexmee are lined up for an evening of face-melting riffs and full-throttle pit action. It’s loud, unapologetic and proudly rooted in the underground scene. A taste for chaos recommended.
Riddim Sessions
The lineup pulls together Australian selectors NEXUS, KRON and UNOWN, Thailand’s GVESS and IMPULSE, and Myanmar’s YANZ for a deep dive into OG riddim, trench and dubstep. Expect heavyweight drops, dark-room energy and absolutely no background-music nonsense. This one’s for the bass heads who prefer their nights loud and their low end filthy.
Sun
Bar Bon Funk at Rabbit Hole
Coming to us from Singapore, Josiah and Colin will be in town at Rabbit Hole on Sunday to dish out some drinks from Bar Bon funk. The event starts at 9pm and will continue throughout the night, but be sure to book ahead.
Earth’s Reflection
Singer-songwriter Pang takes the spotlight at Marshall Livehouse with Earth’s Reflection, a show that promises a more personal kind of live-music experience. Expect an evening centred on the artist’s own musical world, with a chance to catch the performance up close in one of Charoen Krung’s intimate live-music spaces. For listeners who prefer discovering Thai artists in a room where every note lands, rather than shouting along in a stadium, this one is worth a look.
Murrph + Sommerruff + Scheizer
Three names to know, one stage to discover them on. MSS1 brings Murrph, Sommerruff and Scheizer together at Blueprint Livehouse for a night built around Bangkok’s live-music circuit. Skip the algorithm and catch the artists in person: intimate-room energy, live sounds and a chance to find your next favourite before they make it onto everyone else’s playlist.
The Chocolate Experience
And so, to round out the weekend, we return to the Jazzy Brunch at Rossini’s. This time, it’s all about the chocolate with an interactive origin tasting and imaginative creations. Show up at noon, and be sure to book ahead. As usual, the Jazziam Band will be playing you through your brunch.
