See also: Bangkok Valentine's dining deals 2015

2015's best Valentine’s hotel and dinner deals all around Thailand

A party by the pool with Ibiza DJs Bruno and Celeste Siam, plus support by Thai house DJ Mody. Welcome cocktail drinks by EDrink, and free paella for the early birds. Dress code: swimwear, beach and casual. Reserve your table at 091-661-4249.
When: 2pm-10pm
Where: DoubleTree by Hilton, 18/1 Sukhumvit 26. 02-649-6666.
 
POOL OF LOVE VALENTINE'S POOL PARTY
Live DJs and percussion by the pool, with drinks starting from B100, special love cocktails, buy-1-get-1 cocktails/Chandon/German beer from 12-2pm, with a Liquide Pool bar and prizes to be won. Entry is free.
When: 12-8pm
Where: Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit, 189 Sukhumvit  Soi 13-15. 02-126-9999. BTS Nana. 
 
LA NOCHE @ OCEAN BANGKOK
The pool party spot turns Spanish, with lots of salsa, reggae, latin and spanish pop, as well as homemade sangria (B100), Tinto de Verano and a special shot menu (surprise free shots all night). There will be a selfie booth plus tattoos by lalatatts. B300 for entry+one drink and paella. Happy hour from 6-9pm.
When: 6pm
Where: Ocean Urban Lounge & Boutique Resort, 7 Sukhumvit 33.
 
Beervault offers an all-day deal at B900 for four bottles of beer, plus free teppanyaki and a performance by Lee Shamrock from 9pm onwards to celebrate being single.
When: 3pm
Where: Four Points by Sheraton, Sukhumvit Soi 15, 02-309-3000. BTS Asok.
 
Expect a special selection of cocktails for single ladies, shots for the men, and nibbles. Alternatively, couples can order the "Love Potion of the Night," Chocolatini.
When: 8pm-midnight
Where: Smalls, 186/3 Suan Plu Soi 1.
 
SINGLE GIRLS NIGHT OUT
W resident DJs spin tracks all night long, with free-flow bubbles for girls from 8pm-10pm.
When: 8pm
Where: Woobar, Lobby/F, W Bangkok, 106 Sathorn Rd., 02-344-4000. BTS Chong Nonsi.
 
DANCING UNDER THE STARS: LOVE BITES
A party for the singles of Bangkok. Free Valentine’s welcome shots for all guests, sponsored by Grey Goose, with resident DJ Luck-E on the decks.
When: 10pm
Where: Gramercy Park, Above Eleven, 38/8 Sukhumvit 11. BTS Nana.
 
FLASHING LIGHT “TWINS DAY”
Don matching outfits and head to Clap & 42below’s Valentine 2015 party.
When: 9pm
Where: Demo, Thonglor Soi 10. BTS Thong Lo.
 
FREE HUGS VALENTINES
Urban tapas bar El Osito hosts a charity hug day. Each hug turns into a B20 donation. There will be special tapas from Daniel Bucher, as well as special lobster rolls and bubbly cocktails. 
When: 7pm
Where: El Osito Sandwiches and Tapas, 888/23-24 Mahatun Plaza. BTS Phloen Chit 
 
 
 
The Take Me Out-inspired party features a special VIP area and mingling activities for Bangkok’s singles (register at www.fb.com/takemeoutthailand). Performances by Tattoo Colour (above) and local DJs Ono, Yukio and Papermache. General tickets at B800 and B3,200 for a group of five (one free drink), available on Thaiticketmajor.
When: 7pm
Where: Ku De Ta, 39 & 40/F, 98 Sathorn Square. BTS Chong Nonsi.
 
The gay-friendly party organizer returns with a themed party inspired by The Face Thailand and Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. Entry is B300 (one free drink). Expect the usual cheesy popdance tunes. Best dressed wins lots of free drink coupons and lifetime membership to Trasher parties.
When: 9pm
Where: Mansion RCA, Rama 9 Rd.
 
COME FULL X OH SNAP! PRESENTS LOVE AT FIRST BASS
Valentine’s Day party with heavy bass, trap, hip-hop and electro from DJs Thvison, Ketchupboyz and Secret Weapon. Free entry.
When: 10pm
Where: Grease (LSD room), Opposite Villa Supermarket, 46/12-13 Sukhumvit Soi 49.
 
Buy-one-get-one-free on cocktails all night in celebration of the day of love, and one free appetizer with a purchase of a drink.
When: 6pm
Where: Sway, Arena 10, Thonglor Soi 10, 02-711-605
 
A sexy Valentine's party at the Suk 11 club. Free entry for couples and special Valentine's Performances. Special Chandon Brut on offer at B2,500. B300 (one free cocktail).
When: 9pm
Where: Levels, 6/F, Aloft Hotel, 35
Sukhumvit Soi 11, 082-308-3246. BTS Nana
 
LOVER'S ROCK: FAB FEB 14 VALENTINE'S DAY
DJ Por Yai spins some sweet rock tunes til late. B100 entry. 
When: 9pm
Where: Studio Lam, Sukhumvit 51. 02-261-6661. BTS Thong Lo
 
A ROBOT STOLE MY GIRLFRIEND: AN ALTERNATIVE VALENTINE'S PARTY WITH THE OUTSIDER
The new bar hosts an alternative party, with some ambient, dub and sci-fi soundtracks, as well as funky techno and grooves to end the night. Entry is B100. 
When: 9pm
Where: Dark Bar, Ekkamai 10. 090-528-4646. BTS Ekkamai
 

Hinds

Indie Concerts

The Spanish rocker girl group Hinds (formerly Deers) holds a mini concert to celebrate the opening of concept store Moumi. Spend over B1,000 at the store to receive an entry wristband.
When: 8pm-2am
Where: Grease, Opposite Villa Supermarket, 46/12-13 Sukhumvit Soi 49. 02-622-6120-1
 
Happening mag hosts an alternative night of moody and sad music, with local groups Portrait, Yellow Fang, Stoondio, Zweedz n’ Roll, Moving & Cut and Superbaker. Tickets available at Happening Shop, 3/F BACC. B750-850.
When: 7pm
Where: Siam Pikanet Theater, 7/F, Siam Square One, Rama 1 Rd. BTS Siam.
 
SALA KHON SAO VOL. 3 @ Play Yard
A special gig for the singles, taking you back to high school heartbreak days, with live sad music by Bali Brother, 9 Monkey 9, Taek Raeng and DJ Gayaims. Tickets at B200 (one free beer). Dress code is schoo uniform. 
When: 8pm 
Where: Play Yard By Studio Bar, Lad Phrao Soi 8. 081-173-3616. MRT Phahon Yothin 
 

Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra

Classical Concerts

The Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra’s Valentine’s program will be conducted by Claude Villaret, featuring violinist Sittichai Pengcharoen and pianist Rolf Dieter Arens, who will be playing Mendelssohn’s Concerto for Violin, Piano and Orchestra and Mahler’s Fifth Symphony. Pre-concert talk 45 minutes before the show starts. Tickets at B100-500 on Thaiticketmajor.
When: 4pm
Where: Prince Mahidol Hall, Mahidol University (Salaya Campus), 25/25 Buddhamonthon Sai 4 Rd.
 
Thai music students from Silpakorn University's Faculty of Music who’ve had special training from Peter Monkediek (trumpet) and Nicola Jurgensen (clarinet), will perform Krommer, Mozart, Strauss, Bach and HM The King’s music this Valentine’s Day. Tickets available at 02-424-5505 or Sufm.ticket@gmail.com. B150 for students. B500 general tickets.
When: 7:30pm
Where: Goethe Institute Auditorium, 18/1 Sathorn Soi 1. 02-108-8200.
 

Noise Market

MARKETS

Although no longer in operation at K-Village, the weekend market offers all the usual organic produce and artisanal products in another new venue this weekend.
When: 9am-6pm
Where: Market Place Thonglor (Thonglor Town Center), Sukhumvit Soi 55 (Thonglor). BTS Thong Lo.
 
The fourth edition of the popular music/art-focused market returns to the grounds of Museum Siam over the Valentine’s weekend, bringing the usual handmade goodness and live performances back to Rattanakosin Island. Entry is free.
When: 4pm-10pm
Where: Museum Siam, 4 Sanam Chai Rd., 02-225-2777.