BK Weekend: What's on in Bangkok this Nov 19-22
This weekend is jam-packed with the city's most popular markets and fairs, but that's not all.
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Thursday (Nov 19)
NIGHTLIFE: Fedde Le Grand
His massive hit "Put Your Hands Up 4 Detroit" back in 2006 has earned the Dutch house DJ a spot in DJ Magazine's Top 100 DJs list for eight years now.
Nov 19
NIGHTLIFE: Altered States: Abstract Hip Hop
Experimental Swiss artist The Dude of Stratosphere brings his set of abstract hip-hop and experimental electronic tunes to Bangkok.
Nov 19
NIGHTLIFE: A Dark Room and a Feeling
House and techno tunes all night long from German DJ Felix Moreno in the spirit of 20 years since the release of the iconic techno single "A Dark Room" by Ron Trent.
Nov 19
NIGHTLIFE: Kill Your Friends Party
Join DJs Seed, Carbomb, Tul and Prince for a night of partying, where all ticket buyers will also get a free ticket to go see the new dark comedy film "Kill Your Friends," starring Nicholas Hoult.
Nov 19
GIGS: Plastered
Whiteline hosts a night of live rock music from bands Pennytime, Sangsom Massacre, Panic Station, Plastic Section and Deadtown Trash.
Nov 19
NIGHTLIFE: Reggae Appreciation Society Party #22
The cafe's final reggae party of the year presents music from international names including Mista Marc, Woken, K9 and Penitence.
Nov 19
THEATER: Der Bau (The Burrow)
Based on Kafka’s novella of the same name, this dance piece explores clothing as simultaneously the missing last layer of the body as well as an encompassing external space. Performed as part of the Unfolding Kafka Festival.
Nov 19
DANCE: International Dance Festival
Dance troupes from 10 countries in a huge celebration of contemporary dance. Highlights include performances such as 9th Element by Singapore’s Odyssey Dance Theatre, Itali by Italy’s BYOplas Theatre, and a triple bill performance by Turkey’s Antalya State Opera and Ballet group. There will also be free workshops and weeklong dance masterclasses throughout the festival.
Nov 19-Dec 6
FILM SCREENINGS: Inspirational Films from The Last Century
Low Fat Art Fest selects six important international films from the past century to screen for free. The movies include The Seventh Seal (1957), The Bitter Tears of Petra Von Kant (1972), Spellbound (1945), Viridiana (1960), Death in Venice (1971) and 8 1/2 (1963).
Nov 19-22
MARKETS: Into the Whoop x U Village
The outdoor night market returns for the third time, promising clothes from the likes of MMot Clothing, Clear Cut and Classic Culture, and food from Orn the Road, Masami Sushi, Mother Trucker and many more.
Nov 19
Friday (Nov 20)
NIGHTLIFE: Nico Stojan & Xinobi
The Berlin DJ returns to Bangkok to present tracks from his latest album Twisted Manners, alongside remixer and DJ Xinobi.
Nov 20
NIGHTLIFE: Retox Sessions ft. Danny Daze
The underground music venue presents a night of techno, tech house and deep house by DJ Danny Daze and support from Boris Rubin.
Nov 20
NIGHTLIFE: DNBPPL: The Gathering of Drum and Bass People
A night of nothing but D'n'B partying, with music from DJs Kingkong, Sweed, D-Goose and B.P.L.A.R.
Nov 20
NIGHTLIFE: Altitude Gramercy Park
DJs Octo, Knatz, DeLorean and Tech12 host this edition of the ever-successful rooftop party.
Nov 20
GIGS: Reel Big Fish Live in Bangkok
The Californian ska/punk band known for their hits "Sell Out" and "Beer" perform live as part of their world tour.
Nov 20
CLASSICAL: Bangkok Symphony Orchestra
This edition of the classical concert is conducted by Hide Shindori with a program including Copland's Appalachian Spring Suite, Ravel's Pavane Pour Une Infant Defunte and Stravinsky's Pulcinella Suite.
Nov 20
MARKET: Map Weekend Festival
A shopping and activity-filled festival, featuring stalls from 120 brands that range from vintage wear to handmade clothing, plus workshop booths from Paint Bar, Puppy Leaf and more, and concerts from Bedroom Audio, Atom and The Parkinson. Food and drinks are prided by over 100 stalls.
Nov 20-22
Saturday (Nov 21)
NIGHTLIFE: TLT pres. Escape with Arctic Moon and Ben Nicky
Join EDM and trance DJs Arctic Moon and Ben Nicky, who've both performed at venues such as Tomorrowland, A State of Trance and Ministry of Sound.
Nov 21
NIGHTLIFE: Break Ya Neck ft. Shungu
The emerging beatmaker from Belgium hosts a night of underground hip-hop, funk, jazz and world music, with support from DJs Fredrik Funk and Admbkr.
Nov 21
NIGHTLIFE: White Shoes & The Couples Company Live
The Indonesian pop and funk band's Bangkok debut promises a night of cool retro music influenced by 1930s jazz, '60s pop and '70s Indonesian movie soundtracks, with support from local band, Attention Please Band.
Nov 21
NIGHTLIFE: Kontraband
The monthly party is back for a night of bass, hip-hop, dubstep, dub techno and drum 'n' bass from DJS Stuart Nombluez, DeLorean, Azek and Will.
Nov 21
GIGS: Ichiko Aoba Live
The singer and guitarist from Kyoto performs songs from her four albums with support from DJs Masa Niwayama and NK Chan.
Nov 21
GIGS: Soul After Six: Acoustic Session Live
Join the soul band, known for their songs "Waela", "Glua" and "Kon La Tang Diew Gun," for a live acoustic session.
Nov 21
MUSIC: KKBox Music Playtime
The third installment of the new-music-focused mini festival combines a flea market with live performances from Lomosonic, Mattnimare, The Whitest Crow and Aire.
Nov 21
DANCE: Itali by Byoplas Theater
A performance of acrobatics on stilts from the Italian dance troup, featuring elements of contemporary dance, physical theater and circus. Choreographed by Luca Bruni.
Nov 21
THEATER: Deleted
Drama students from Thammasat University presents a dystopian tale inspired by Ray Bradbury's novel Farenheit 451 about a future society where memories, fears and dislikes can be deleted at the push of a button.
Nov 21-22
ART: Sam Praeng Facestreet Festival
This art festival aims to keep the community in this historical part of the city alive with music from Silpakorn Orchestra, Thee Chaiyadet and Jeap Wathana, artwork by Street Art by Sand, pantomime performances by Baby Mime and traditional performances from La Korn Chatri, Likay Folk Theatre and Klong Bang Luang Puppet Theatre.
Nov 21-22
ART: Seed Collective
Emerging photographers from Bangkok's Stamford International University present a series of exhibitions across the Ari neighborhood. Participating venues are FabCafe, Porcupine Cafe, Aran Bicicletta and Tokyo Bike. Visit all four exhibitions to receive a signed copy of one of the artworks.
Nov 21
SCREENINGS: Bangkok Underground Film Festival
A new platform for independent and DIY filmmakers and students whose work may fall outside commercial consideration. Some 40 short films from both local and foreign filmmakers have been selected and will be screened at the open-air amphitheater of the popular Noise Market (see below).
Nov 21-22
MARKETS: Dream Castle Fest
Under an "American Indian" theme, this festival brings with it stalls selling handcraft products, photography, graphic illustrations, cycling and food. There will also be music performances from Yellow Fang, 15th Scenery, Plastic Plastic and more. Free all-day shuttle bus from MRT Phahon Yothin.
Nov 21-22
MARKETS: Nylon High Street Festival
The fashion magazine presents a flea market filled with top-quality high fashion brands along with booths from Thai university students presenting artwork, live music and homemade products. There will also be mini concerts from Slur, Somkiat, Helmetheads, Young Man and the Sea and many more.
Nov 21-22
MARKETS: Noise Market 5
The fifth edition of the uber-popular market returns to the lawns of Museum Siam in the Old Town, bringing together all sorts of handmade, arts and craft stalls, home decor products, cassette and vinyl stores, pop-up book shops plus food and drinks.
Nov 21-22
MARKET: Thai Craft Fair
A regular market selling traditional and modern handmade products, ranging from home decor to toys, directly sourced from local village artisans in an attempt to promote fair trade in Thailand.
Nov 21
Why Not: River Festival
In the spirit of Loy Krathong, seven hot spots along the bend of the Chao Phraya River are hosting an array of cultural activities, including traditional dance performances, religious rituals and krathong-making workshops.
Nov 21-25
Sunday (Nov 22)
MUSICALS: Hom Rong the Musical
Last chance to see the musical that retells the famous story of revered musical master Luang Pradit Pairoh, who lived during the reigns of Rama 5-7, featuring ranad aek (Thai xylophone) soloist and theater stars such as Suprawat Patumasoon, Korakun Suttikosas and Satida Pornhompiriya.
Nov 22
THEATER: Murder (un)Seen
After a girl is mysteriously murdered, her roommate and boyfriend are accused of a crime they did not commit. Performed by the New Theatre Society.
Through Nov 23
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