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Thursday (Feb 12)

OPEN MIC: Threshold Pt2. Words in Ears

Bridge cafe and art space's first spoken word event featuring West Woodworth, Camille Lacadee and Chris Clarke. There will also be also open mic poetry and prose with limited time slots available, with free drinks for writers/readers. A good chance to see the art space's current exhibition, Threshold Part 2. 

Feb 12

ART: Rear Windows presents Pounding the Pavement Street Photo Thailand

A group exhibition at the indie art space Cho Why by 11 Thai photographers, capturing everyday moments on the streets of Bangkok with the aim of promoting street photography.

Feb 12

FOODIE EVENT: Charcoal Tandoor Grill & Mixology Grand Opening

The grand opening of Charcoal, with signature craft cocktails by Joseph Boroski, signature kebabs as well as modern instrumental music performance by Xunny Dey and live percussion by Davider Paddem. The event is open to public from 8:30pm onwards.

Feb 12

CONCERT: Playboy's Symphony Evening

The Bangkok Symphony changes things up for a night of "Music-Passion-Rhythm," in collaboration with local artists Ratklao Amaradit, New-Jew, Etc., Two Popetorn and Lydia. Expect surprises from the Playboy bunnies. Free-flow Champagne for VIP guests (B4,500). Doors open an hour before the show starts. 

Feb 12

GIG: Pete Doherty Acoustic Live in Bangkok

Organized by Club Soma, the British rock star will stage an acoustic gig at Moose this Thursday from 8pm-midnight. All tickets are sold out, but we're hearing there may be big screens set up outside, too.

Feb 12

Friday (Feb 13)

ART: New Fashion and Lifestyle Products Inspired by Traditional Art from Nan Region 

Ratchadamnoen Contemporary Art Center hosts this art, fashion and design exhibition only for the weekend, featuring the work of Thibaut Camdessus and Patcha Utiswannakul, inspired by Lanna culture. Official opening celebration is this Friday at 2:30pm. 

Feb 13-15

ART: Manud Art Exhibition

The 1st solo art exhibition by Sakon Maytacome inside Hof Eat & Art Cafe inside the BACC. The opening party starts from 6pm, with lots of art giveaways as well as items for sale. 

Feb 13

ART: Please Focus

After a postponement, Liam Morgan's interesting installation works will be on show for three days this weekend in an empty space on Silom Soi 8.

Feb 13-15

FOODIE EVENT: Friday the 13th

Sway is turning unlucky Friday into a good day, with a beer buffet from 6pm-9pm (B500 for domestic, B1,000 for Belgian), a wine buffet from 6pm-9pm (B500 red and white house wines) and tequila shots at B80 all night long. There will also be DJs.

Feb 13

NIGHTLIFE: It's Complicated Valentine's Party

For people of all relationship statuses, 1881 by Water Library's hosts an early Valentine's party features live bands, DJs, Valentine's games and drinks promotions. 

Feb 13

NIGHTLIFE: Straight Up House + Techno

No-frills house and techno in a friendly atmosphere, featuring restident DJs Dogs on the Turns, Junesis, Chote and U2R from 9:30pm til late at Grease. While you're already there, don't forget to check out the rest of Piman 49. 

Feb 13

NIGHTLIFE: Eltron John (U Know Me, Poland)

Black Pagoda changes things up this weekend as Barrio, Disco Robot and Nite Ride bring over the DJ for a night of underground music, with support from DJs Boogie G, Jaydubb and Just Jim.

Feb 13

Saturday (Feb 14)

MUSIC FESTIVAL: Noise Market 4

Not in the mood for cheesy love music, over-priced bouquets and fancy restaurants? Noise Market 4 may be your anti-Valentine’s remedy. The music-centric fest takes over Museum Siam again this weekend, bringing a much bigger lineup than the last. Expect more vendors selling cute arts and crafts, indie music and book stalls, and outdoor screenings to go with all the live performances. You won’t go hungry, either, as they’re promising more foodie stalls, too. 

Feb 14-15

CONCERT: Dark Valentine 2015

Happening mag hosts an alternative night of moody music for Valentine's Day, with local groups Portrait, Yellow Fang, Stoondio, Zweedz N' Roll (check out their video above), Moving & Cut and Superbaker. Early bird tickets from Jan 15 at B500-600. Tickets available at Happening Shop, 3/F BACC. Check out Zweedz N' Roll's video above. 

Feb 14

TALKS: Free Talk Program "Voice of Kolkata"

Find out more about street photography in an intimate talk with photographer Chaiyot Chanyam at one of our favorite independent bookstores the Passport Bookshop, to be held at 3pm-7pm. His exhibition will also remain on show at the bookshop from now through Mar 29. Also, check out our list of other Bangkok independent bookstores here. 

Feb 14

NIGHTLIFE: Trasher: I'm a model Duh?

Feb 14

CONCERT: Supersweet x Moumi present Hinds

Feb 14

Sunday (Feb 15)

MUSIC FESTIVAL: Flea Fest 4

Food, drinks and live performances by hot local bands like Mattnimare, Jelly Rocket, My Life as Ali Thomas, Two Pills After Meal and James Alyn Wee. Free courses at the music school will also be up for grabs. B100 cover charge. Check out Jelly Rocket's new single above. 

Feb 15

COMEDY: Stand-up Comedy with Award Winning Gina Yashere

Feb 15

OPEN MIC: Spoken Word Poetry Open Mic Show

The monthly open mic show for aspiring Bangkok poets by the Bangkok Lyrical Lunacy. Interested poets can email info@bangkoklylu.com or fill out the open mic form at bangkoklylu.com/openmic. The theme this time is "On the Fence."  

Feb 15

CLASSICAL: The Ballet and The Tale Concert

A concert by musicians aged under 22 from the Princess Galyani Vadhana Institute of Music featuring a contemporary program of Frankenstein and Pulcinella Suite. Conducted by Maestro Rossen Gergov.

Feb 15

NIGHTLIFE: bar23@ Cho Why's Rooftop

Dive bar Bar 23 takes over the rooftop of Cho Why this Sunday, in celebration of its move to the New Nana. Expect a barbecue, good music, beers and a friendly crowd. Party kicks off at 5pm and goes on till late. 

Feb 15