See also: Foodie happenings this week

Thursday (Apr 16)

SALES & FAIRS: In The Box Market @ Central Ladprao

Too hot to stay outdoors? Here's an indoor pop-up market right inside the department store, with over a hundred stalls selling the latest fashion items and accessories. Otherwise, there are still lots to do around Ladprao and places to chill in the Chatuchak area.  

Apr 16-21

GIGS: Chai Blues & Zidov @ Maggie Choo's

The party resumes at Maggie Choo's this Thursday after the Songkran break, with performances by Chai and the Blues Maniacs and DJ Zidov. 

Apr 16 

Friday (Apr 17) 

COMEDY: Stand-up Comedy Open Mic with Steven Halcrow

The Scottish comedian headlines this week's open mic night, with a new host from the UK, Tristan Botly. Advanced tickets at B250 (one free drink) at comedyclubbangkok.com, or B350 at the door on the night.

Apr 17

NIGHTLIFE: Shapes (Pentagon)

The fifth edition of the club night that highlights unique DJs features underground house and techno DJs Status Deeper and Berlin Beats' The Outsider. Entry to Glow is B350, with one free drink.  

Apr 17

NIGHTLIFE: Off the Grid by Superrzaaap & Zoo Studio

The experimental club night at Dark Bar this month features DJs King Kong and Supersonic, who'll be playing lots of underground tunes. Entry is B100, and the party goes on till late. 

Apr 17

Saturday (Apr 18) 

ART: Retrospective Photography

Thai artist Maitree Siriboon, whose iconic contemporary photographs have been shown internationally, opens a new exhibition with a cocktail opening party at Whitespace Gallery this Saturday at 6pm. 

Apr 18-30

ART: Pokchat Worasub Solo Show - Closing Party

Here's your last chance to catch the young artist's work at Jam, with this closing party featuring music by Slomororo, TheMiriamHoe, Go Grrrls' Mae Happyair and Dookie, plus special guests on the deck from 8pm through midnight. Check out a preview of her work here. 

Apr 18

GIGS: Hopscotch #1

Bridge hosts a new series of events that combine music and craft beers. The first edition features music by Nymph Hutakom, Tommy Hanson & Liew Niyomkarn, Bladie Mae and Rojaws. There will be specially selected locla and international craft beers on the night. B200 for entry, with one free Thai craft beer of your choice.

Apr 18

GIG: Nowhere End #11

Live psychedelic rock, heavy metal and grunge at the rock-focused Immortal Bar, featuring performances by local bands Stratosfear, Superunknow, Ugoslabier. Black 'Ciety and Degaruda.

Apr 18

GIG/SALE: 1979 Vinyl & Unknown Pleasures x Bungkumhouse Record Store Day

The Thonglor record store celebrates Record Store Day with special discount items, guest DJs playing their beloved records, and special record booths from local labels. Open 1-9pm.

Apr 18

MARKET: Record Store Day Thailand 2015

Another Record Store Day meetup featuring collectors, local record stores and DJs. Taking place 3-9pm on Narathiwas Soi 7 (BTS Chong Nonsi). More details TBA.

Apr 18

GIGS: Grease presents Oh My Rockness

Head over to Piman 49 for live bands and indie rock music at this new weekly event at Grease, launching at 8pm with the Whitest Crow and De Glamingo. DJ Freestyle Seed will be spinning 90's indie rock tracks till late. B250 entry, which comes with one free drink. Head there early if you want to take advantage of its happy hour from 7pm-10pm. 

Apr 18

NIGHTLIFE: Berlin Beats

This Saturday's Berlin sounds at Glow will be provided by Kimball Collins, Felix Moreo and Andrea Settesoldi. Entry is B350, with one free drink. Party runs from 10pm till late. 

Apr 18

Sunday (Apr 19) 

MEETUPS: 8-Bit Bangkok - Amiga Night

Retro video game enthusiasts head over to Jam this Sunday for a night of Commodore Amiga, with games like Lotus Trilogy, Worms, Prince of Persia, Dune and Speedball 2 being played on the big screen. 

Apr 19