BK Weekend: What's on in Bangkok this Dec 8-12
Your guide to the best things to do in Bangkok this long weekend.
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Thursday (Dec 8)
SPECIAL SCREENINGS: By The Time It Gets Dark (Dao Khanong)
One of the most anticipated Thai movies of the year by director Anocha Suwichakornpong tells interwoven stories of several characters, including a film director, a waitress, a student activist and an actor, whose lives are all loosely connected with the backdrop of the Thammasat Massacre in 1976. Screened in Thai with English subtitles.
Dec 8-25. Bangkok Screening Room, Saladaeng Soi 1
ART: The Last Light
Virunan Chiddaycha presents a solo exhibition of landscape shots capturing spaces that His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej developed as part of his Royal Projects and innovations during his reign. The series not only captures the stunning landscapes at sunset, but also shows the effect it has had on people in the area.
Dec 8-25. Hof Art Space, W District, Sukhumvit Soi 67-71
ART: Papa, A Tribute to Our Beloved Father
Some of the city's most popular street and graphic artists, including Alex Face, Rukkit, Luke Satoru, Nev3r and many more, showcase their artworks tributing HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej for a silent auction alongside music from DJs Mighty Np, Lingdum and Memento. All proceeds with go to charity.
Dec 8. Surface, Thonglor Soi 11
Friday (Dec 9)
NIGHTLIFE: Rac
The Grammy-nominated indie-electronic DJ, best known for his remixes of rock, electronica and dance tracks by various artists, takes over the Bangkok stage for one night only. Expect to hear some of his top tracks including "Back of the Car," "Let Go" and "Cheap Sunglasses."
Dec 9. Future Factory Bangkok, 32 Foundation, Phahon Yothin Rd.
NIGHTLIFE: Miguel Campbell
The British DJ and Hot Creations label owner famous for his single "Something Special" comes to RCA with support from Australian ATMA and more. Free jerk chicken BBQ and buy-1-get-1-free beer special from 8-10pm.
Dec 9. Live RCA Bangkok, RCA, Rama 9 Rd.
GIGS: The Paradise Bangkok Molam International Band "Planet Lam" Album Launch
The Isaan band who has made it to Britain's Glastonbury Festival holds its new album launch at Thonglor's ya dong and world music bar with DJs Maft Sai and Dangdut Bange. Limited to 100 tickets only.
Dec 9. Studio Lam, Sukhumvit Soi 51. BTS Thong Lo
GIGS: Das Fluff, Cut the Crab & Purp
Two post-punk synthesizer bands, one Thai the other from Berlin, are joined by new local indie band Purp. Tickets on the door.
Dec 9. Jam, 41 Charoen Rat Soi 1
CLASSICAL: HM the King's Birthday Celebration
The Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra performs HM the King's compositions with Athipat Athisiriyuenyong, a young horn soloist. Conducted by Polish guest conductor Darius Mikulsk. Tickets on the door.
Dec 9-10. Prince Mahidol Hall, Mahidol University (Salaya Campus), 25/25 Buddhamonthon Sai 4 Rd.
THEATER: The International Butoh Festival Thailand
The Japan Foundation, BACC, Butoh Co-Op Thailand and B-Floor Theatre presents the 11th annual theater and dance festival, which this year returns under the theme "Evolution/Revolution". The performances will feature six artists from around the world who will take on the stage for three different programs during the festival, alongside a series of individual workshops.
Dec 9-18. Bangkok Art and Culture Centre, 939 Rama 1 Rd. BTS National Stadium
Saturday (Dec 10)
ART: Sirimongkol Exhibition
Artist Pomme Chan presents an exhibition showcasing her latest artworks inspired by the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac. The works include large scale drawings on canvas, drawings on paper, illustrations on ceramic and a unique acrylic spirit house designed in collaboration with interior designer Pruitsatorn Sakulthai.
Dec 10-Feb 12. The Jam Factory, 41/1-41/2 Charoen Nakorn Rd.
MARKET: Good Market
Rising Thai fashion and craft brands like S.V.S.S., Seeker x Retriever (pictured), Mae Teeta, Issue and Rubber Killer, along with leading food and beverage vendors, join together for a three-day market where part of proceeds go towards various good causes. From 10am each day.
Dec 10-12. G/F, Quartier Ave., The EmQuartier, Sukhumvit Rd.
MARKETS: Commons Block Party
The community mall hosts its annual block party featuring food booths from special guests like Guss Damn Good, Dolly Churro, Chimp Tim and Chandon Thailand alongside activities like outdoor film screening, live music, communtiy art and carnival games.
Dec 10. The Commons, Thonglor Soi 17
OUT OF TOWN: 808 Festival
One of Bangkok's most popular EDM festivals, 808 Festival, has relocated to a new beachside venue this year, with headliners including some of the biggest EDM names from around the world like Carnage, Hardwell, Dillon Francis, W&W and Zedd with support from many more international and local acts, such as Borgore, Marlo and Valentino Khan.
Dec 10-11. Nong Nooch Pattaya Garden & Resort, Pattaya
Sunday (Dec 11)
NIGHTLIFE: Snakehips
The alias of British electro dup Oliver Lee and James Carter drops by Thonglor’s laser-strewn night spot. Snakeships made their name doing remixes for artists like Banks and The Weeknd before finding fame alone with the single “All My Friends” (ft. Tinashe and Chance the Rapper).
Dec 11. Beam, 72 Courtyard, 1/F, 72 Sukhumvit Soi 55 (Thonglor).
MARKET: Picnic in the Garden
Ekkamai bakery Conkey's welcomes winter with a chilled-out afternoon/evening of food and drink. Aside from Conkey's savory and sweet treats, pies, pizza and meatballs, there'll be offerings from special guests like Vivin and Opposite Mess Hall. 3-10pm.
Dec 11. Conkey's, 72 Ekkamai Soi 22
FILM: Filmmakers' Forum - FilmDoo x Tom Waller
A discussion on the growing world of video-on-demand (VOD) with Weerada Sucharitkul and William Page, founders of emerging VOD platform FilmDoo, and Tom Waller, the director of The Last Executioner (pictured). From 5pm.
Dec 11. Whiteline, Silom Rd.
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