This long weekend's best live music, markets, parties and more.

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Thursday (Apr 2)

TALKS: Pecha Kucha Vol. 15

The 15th edition of the talk takes place this Thursday at Sasin, where presenters talk about their projects using the Japanese Pecha Kucha format: 20 images displayed for 20 seconds each for the duration of the talk. 

Apr 2


GIGS: Apartment Khunpa's Mood in the Moose

If you’re a fan of Moose’s live indie gigs, this Apr 2 is the perfect opportunity to head back to the popular Ekkamai establishment. Apartment Khunpa will be taking you on an intimate musical journey, with support from rising electronica band Naked Astronaught. Take note: get there early to take advantage of the happy hour deal, ending 9pm. 

Apr 2


MUSICALS: The Sound of Music

A Thai remake of one of the most popular musical films of all time, following the lives of the von Trapp family during WWII. The all Thai cast includes Chai Chatayodom, Fang from the local girl group FFK, Dao Nutpatsorn and pop singers Lookwa Pijika and Parn Thanaporn. Shows run every Thu-Sun, with extra matinee rounds every weekend.

Apr 2-26


Friday (Apr 3)

SALES & FAIRS: Nitade Fest Supermarket

The funky Communication-arts students of Chulalongkorn University are sharing in the market fun that’s sweeping the city, celebrating the faculty’s 50th anniversary this Friday Apr 3 with Nitade Fest Supermarket. Fans of the recurring Noise Market should find plenty to love: arts and craft stores, food and drinks stalls, film screenings and performances by indie bands throughout the evening, with Superbaker and Slur to end the night.

Apr 3


GIGS: Bollywood Beats

British Trio Entourage performs free-style instrumental music with a Bollywood twist, with support from DJ Alex. Tickets available at the door.

Apr 3


NIGHTLIFE: Opening Party @ 23 bar & gallery

The new addition to Soi Nana, Chinatown, officially opens this Friday, with tunes from 23bar Sound and Friends, from 5pm through midnight. 

Apr 3


NIGHTLIFE: DJ Spinbad @ Flash Friday

Flash Friday at Ku De Ta this week shows love for hip-hop DJ Spinbad, who'll be supported by Master D from Singapore. Free entry for ladies, and B400 for guys (one free drink). 

Apr 3


NIGHTLIFE: Dark White @ Dark Bar

A night of "uplifting" and " groovy" dance music at Dark Bar, where the party continues till late. 

Apr 3


GIGS: A Guy Called Gerald

One of the biggest players in the UK’s acid house scene of the early 1990s plays an intimate show in Bangkok this Fri, Apr 3. Only 150 tickets are available on the door when A Guy Called Gerald stops by Overground Bar & Cafe to perform a set of sleek techno, jungle and drum ‘n’ bass.

Apr 3


NIGHTLIFE: Phatfunk & Dubway present Om Unit

For even more progressive sounds, two of Bangkok’s foremost electronic dance music promoters are teaming up to present Phatfunk x Dubway feat. Om Unit this Friday, Apr 3. The much-hyped British DJ will bring his versatile, genre-defying set comprising deep jungle and hip-hop tracks to late night haunt Glow. Check out our interview.

Apr 3


Saturday (Apr 4) 

ART: Super Siam Exhibition

The gallery dedicated to visual designs holds a collaborative project celebrating Thai visual cultures, featuring 40 youthful chair designs by local artists Jackkrit Anantakul, Jjirayu Ko & Yo Yota, Lee Anantawat, Peerawayt Krasaesom, Very Kind Invention, Tada Hengsupkul, Phican Sujaritsatit and Saran Yen Panya. Opens on Apr 4 at 5:30pm, with Super Siam crafted pumpkin beer and special cocktails by 56th Studio. 

Apr 4-May 10


ART: OCD Exhibition

Object/Configure/Dawn is a collaborative exhibition by local artists Dee Sweetdrug and Artmy, who will communicate their personal stories through performance art and live music. Opens on Apr 4 at 7pm. 

Apr 4-May 31


SALES & FAIRS: Ab Fab Market 

Over 165 stalls of fashion items, accessories, beauty products, food and drinks, and lots of celebrity stalls at this Miami Beach-themed fashion market.

Apr 4-5


SPORTS: Colour Miles for Smiles 2015

Holi season is not over—at least for Bangkok runners. This Sunday, Apr 4, you can run for a good cause at the annual 5km Colour Miles for Smiles 2015. Be prepared to get splashed with a different color of herbal powder paint after every kilometer of Lumphini Park you cover. Money raised will go towards funding surgery for children born with cleft lip and palate throughout the country. Just show up on the day and register on-site.

Apr 4


SALES & FAIRS: The Weekend Crasher

Bangkok foodies head over to Warehouse 26 (opposite K-Village) for a weekend outdoor food fair that brings over popular food trucks like Mother Trucker and the Kebabry, drinks stalls by Jack Daniels and Hoegaarden as well as lots of activities throughout like a hot dog eating contest on Saturday, burger eating contest on Sunday at 6pm and a beer drinking competition at 8pm on both days. Chill tunes in the background.  

Apr 4-5


COMEDY: Russell Peters Almost Famous World Tour

After a sold-out debut show in Bangkok in 2012, the NBC Last Comic Standing stand-up comedian returns for a show at Centara Grand Convention Center with completely new material as a part of his Almost Famous World Tour. 

Apr 4


TALKS: Jesper Haynes Artist Talk/Screening Book Launch

The American-Swedish photographer who's held solo exhibitions in Bangkok talks about his work and presents his new book "Haynesville," right off the press. Starts at 7pm at Cho Why.

Apr 4


GIGS: Code sixty-six Vol. 1

Inspired by Thailand's country code +66, Play Yard by Studio Bar hosts a safe space to communicate through music, featuring indie groups like Chladni Chandi, Monomania, Jinta and Yanin. Tickets are B300 (one free drink). 

Apr 4


MUSICALS: Homrong The Musical (The Overture)

The musical adaptation of the popular Thai musical-drama film with the same title, released in 2004. It follows the life of Thai palace musician Sorn through the golden age and the decline of Thai classical music. Inspired by the story of Luang Pradit Piroh. 15 rounds of performances at the brand new theater, with live ranad ekk (wooden xylophone) music duels on stage.

Apr 4-May3


NIGHTLIFE: Playhound x Dudesweet "Playhound Art School"

The collection's launch party, with a live show by Paradox, a performance by Note Panayanggool and music provided by Dudesweet's resident DJs. Free bar finishes at 10pm. Dress code is "Art School slackers." 

Apr 4


NIGHTLIFE: I'm a 90's Bitch

The girl power party this month takes you back to the 90s with Britpop, rap, hip-hop, grunge and electronica. Expect to hear tunes by No Doubt, TLC, Missy Elliot, Nirvana, Fatboy Slim, Sophie Ellis Bextor, Spice Girls and more. 

Apr 4


Sunday (Apr 5) 

GIGS: Peel Slowly and See by 4 Cats Records

Another big night at the Ekkamai estabilshment, with live performances by indie bands Ugly Mountain (one of BK's bands to watch in 2015), Chladni Chandi, Triggs & The Longest Day, Bobkat and Tugsuk, with DJ sets by Tokin and Jar.

Apr 5


NIGHTLIFE: #Soundsetsunday

The popular monthly pool party is back this Sunday, this time in collaboration with Playboy Thailand, and will take place at the pool of Pathumwan Princess Hotel. DJs include: Tall Sasha, Jason Kwan from New York, Eddy Frampton, Zidov Akuma and Tommy Nori. B500 entry, with one Beluga drink before 5pm. 

Apr 5


Monday (Apr 6)

SALES & FAIRS: 43rd National Book Fair & 13th Bangkok International Book Fair 2015

It's the final day of the biggest book fair in Thailand, which brings together local and international books of all genres. Organized by the Publishers and Booksellers Association of Thailand.

Through Apr 6

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