BK Weekend: What's on in Bangkok this May 4-7
Your guide to the best things to do in Bangkok this weekend.
6 years ago
See also: This week's best booze and food events
Thursday (May 4)
NIGHTLIFE: May the 4th Be With You: Star Wars Day
The board game bar celebrates Star Wars Day with special Star Wars-themed games, movies and music courtesy of DJ Hexer. Best dressed receives a special prize.
May 4.Game Over Lounge, Liberty Plaza, Thonglor
NIGHTLIFE: Sip & Snack | Bartender & DJ Takeover
The launch of the tapas restaurant's new weekly promotion that gives two free snacks with every drink order. This edition sees the bar taken over by Ping Chareonsri, head bartender of Fillets Bangkok, while DJ Plata spins danceable beats.
May 4. 72 Courtyard, 72 Sukhumvit Soi 55
ART: The Other Day
Artists Punyisa Silparassamee and Thanatcha Chairin explore how commercialization in the country has affected the country's culture, history and identity through a series of photographs and sculptures.
May 4-28. Bangkok Art and Culture Centre, 939 Rama 1 Rd.
SPECIAL SCREENINGS: A Lego Brickumentary
Catch Daniel Junge and Kief Davidson's documentary for a look at the Lego brand like never before, exploring art galleries filled with innovative Lego collections through to the world of Lego therapy. Screened in English with Thai subtitles.
May 4-17. Bangkok Screening Room, Saladaeng Soi 1
Friday (May 5)
FAIRS: Creative Market
To celebrate moving to its new home, TCDC hosts a creative market inviting everyone to partake in design-related workshops all weekend long. On top of that, expect some quality live music from the Paradise Bangkok Molam International Band, Yellow Fang and Summer Dress, plus plenty of activities, food stalls, outdoor screenings and interactive games.
May 5-7. TCDC, Grand Postal Office Building, Charoenkrung Rd.
NIGHTLIFE: Go Grrrls: It's Summer Bitch!
Another edition of the popular queer party series, featuring disco, punk and '90s hip-hop beats courtesy of DJs Maehappyair, Dookie and Cleo P.
May 5, 10pm. Game Over, Liberty Plaza, Sukhumvit Soi 55 (Thonglor)
NIGHTLIFE: La Fiesta Monita del Cinco de Mayo
The popular Mexican restaurant celebrates Cinco de Mayo with a huge block party featuring BBQ Mexican food from chefs Billy and Mauricio, plenty of special cocktails and drink promotions, plus music from DJ Yvon Polge who'll be spinning Latin mixes all night long.
May 5. La Monita Taquera, Mahatun Plaza, Phloen Chit Rd.
Saturday (May 6)
CONCERTS: Teen Daze and Mozart's Sister
Solo musician Jamison Isaak brings his indie pop vocal sound to the Bangkok stage with support from solo dance and electronic DJ Caila Thompson-Hannant
May 6. Live RCA, RCA, Rama 9 Rd.
ART: The Creative District Gallery Hopping Night
Another installment of the art initiative that invites people to spend the night hopping down a pre-mapped route of art galleries between Charoenkrung and Silom roads. Venues participating this time round include Serindia Gallery, Atta Gallery, Kathmandu Gallery, Jam Cafe, The Jam Factory and many more.
May 6. Various art galleries around Charoenkrung and Silom
ART: LR
Wisut Ponnimit's latest exhibition invites the audience on an immersive experience following his iconic Nogn Mamuang character on her journey in making important life decisions. May 6-June 25. Bangkok CityCity Gallery
ART: My Fantasy World 0.000000000123456789
Thepmetha Thepboonta's second solo exhibition combines his latest graphic and cartoon works in a series that breaks down traditional gender norms and divisions.
May 6-31. Bridge, Charoenkrung Soi 51
Sunday (May 7)
CONCERTS: Mew
Indie gig organizers Have You Heard? presents the Bangkok debut of the Danish alternative rock band whose latest album, Visuals, includes tracks like "Carry me to Safety" and "85 Videos."
May 7. Voice Space, Viphavadi Rd.
PARTY: Freebird Garden Party III
The modern Australian restaurant returns with another edition of their outdoor garden party, promising all-you-can-eat food for B1,250 per person, free flow booze for B1,500 per person and freeflow everything for B2,500 per person.
May 7. Freebird Bangkok, Sukhumvit Soi 47
WHY NOT: 8-bit Bangkok: Drawful 2 Night
Another edition of the bar's gaming night, which this time diverges from the usual retro games with a new multiplayer party game that takes pictionary to a whole new level.
May 7. Jam, Charoen Rat Soi 1. BTS Surasak
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