BK Weekend: What's on in Bangkok this Apr 9-15
There's more than just Songkran parties to look forward to this long weekend.
SEE ALSO: Foodie happenings this week
Where to party, play and refuel around Bangkok's four prime Songkran spots
Bangkok's best Songkran parties 2015
Thursday (Apr 9)
ART: Sites of Solitude
100 Tonson Gallery launches a huge nine-month exhibition this Apr 9, featuring the work of internationally recognized Thai artist Chatchai Puipia, who’s known for his socially controversial paintings. On top of his new self-portraits, Sites of Solitude also brings together unseen still-lifes, exclusive artworks completed throughout his career, as well as a debut of his “Living Archive,” which chronologically takes the audience through decades of his life’s work, plus a special installation by the artist himself.
Apr 9-Jan 3
ART: Bizarre Land by Charit Pusiri
Also opening this Thursday at Ardel's Third Place Gallery is this exhibition that's been a hit on the social media, with photographs and reproductions of photographs that depict the new social norms in Thai society. And while you're in the area, here's your chance to check out what's happening at the nearby Opus Building.
Apr 9-May 30
GIG: Bank and the NRG Group
Chinatown's swinging Soulbar hosts a night of jazz, neo-soul and funk with the band playing old standards plus hits from modern artists like D'Angelo and Maxwell. Starts 9pm.
Apr 9
SPOKEN WORD: Words in Ears #3 Mortality & Immortality
Bridge hosts an intimate spoken word event which gives a platform for Bangkok lovers of poetry and prose. Expect a friendly and supportive audience. On Satuday, Apr 11, the gallery-slash-bar hosts a closing party for its street art exhibition TZISSS.
Apr 9
Friday (Apr 10)
COMEDY: Stand-up Comedy with Award Winning Ro Campbell
The Scottish Comedian of the Year stops by Bangkok for a one-night-only show at the Comedy Club. B350 advance tickets, available at ComedyClubBangkok.com.
Apr 10
ART: Kalopsia by Soichiro Shimizu
Japanese artist Soichiro Shimizu builds on his recent Sculpere exhibition with large-scale photographs of his temporary sculptural installations, which make use of living trees and explore the delusion of things being more beautiful than they are. Opening at 7pm, Apr 10.
Apr 10-May 10
GIG: The Gig (Coming of Age) 2015
A night of performances by new local indie bands: Babylon, The Flew, Midnight Blue and Blues Tape at Jam. Show starts at 7:30pm.
Apr 10
NIGHTLIFE: Common 'Disco' Ground
The monthly event at Grease by the people behind Berlin Beats and Outside Music Group focuses this time on underground disco sounds.
Apr 10
NIGHTLIFE: Songkran 9
The gay party crowd’s highlight of the year, Song Kran 9 by gCircuit (Apr 9-11) heads to top Bangkok hotels during the day and the Bangkok Convention Center at night for three days of partying with topless hunks from around the region.
Apr 10-12
NIGHTLIFE: Get.A.Room: Behind Closed Doors with DJ Dragon & Jaydubb
A messy night-in at Dark bar, kicking of at 9pm, with music by the two DJs, plus cheap drinks at the mini bar.
Apr 10
NIGHTLIFE: Ocean Ladies Night #3
Free entry and open bar for ladies from 8pm through midnight at Bangkok's Ocean Urban Lounge this Friday night. The bar and restaurant area will remain open till late.
Apr 10
MUSIC FESTIVAL: Overflow: Radioactive (Songkran Electronic Music Festival 2015)
Aftermoon Club throws its annual water festival rave again this year, bringing together 48 DJs/MCs across 6 days. Tickets are B300 (B600 for VIP), with free parking space. Dress code is Neon.
Apr 10-15
Saturday (Apr 11)
MARKET: K-Village Farmers' Market
The city's newest farmers' market takes place 9am-7pm this Saturday-Sunday. K-Village, Sukhumvit Soi 26, 02-258-9919-21.
Apr 11-12
MUSIC FESTIVAL: Pepsi S2O Songkran's Official Electronic Dance Festival
EDM fans won’t want to leave Bangkok this holiday, as Pepsi S2O Songkran’s Official Electronic Dance Music Festival promises to make your RCA water-splashing time even more epic. From Apr 11-14, world-class DJs like deadmau5, Afrojack and Krewella are headlining the stage at the brand-new S2O Factory, taking over an area of 17 rai with special 360-degree water effects. You can even book a B100,000 VVIP villa.
Apr 11-14
NIGHTLIFE: W Bangkok Presents "Songkran Splash Away" Pool Party
Need to cool down in the city? This year, W Bangkok joins forces with Bangkok’s day-time party organizer Kolour on Apr 11 to host its annual Songkran Splash Away Pool Party, with Kolour’s resident DJs spinning on the poolside deck till 8pm. If that’s too early to call it a night, head to Grease for the official after party.
Apr 11
NIGHTLIFE: Kolour Songkran After Party at Grease
If you didn't manage to get a ticket to W Bangkok, have no fear. This is the official after party for Songkran Splash Away Pool Party, taking over the terrace and the top floor. Music provided by Kolour DJs, and entry is free.
Apr 11
MUSIC FESTIVAL: Fritz Kalkbrenner @ Elektro Liquid Festival
Elektro Delikatessen organizes another big one at RCA, bringing Berlin DJs Fritz Kalkbrenner (check out video above) and Alex Rath over to the live music venue on Apr 11 for the Elektro Liquid Festival. Local support includes Ikono, Mendy Indigo, Fred Canal, Krit Morton, Dan Buri and The Outsider. The outdoor area kicks off at 5pm, and stage two starts at 7pm. Expect a 25-square-meter LED screen, with lighting effects and visuals. Tickets are B750 (one free drink), available at the door.
Apr 11
GIGS: Rooftop Jazz Night
Park Society Terrace at Sofitel So hosts live jazz every Saturday this month, featuring local talent Natt Buntita from The Voice Thailand from 8pm-11pm. Tapas selection starts at B120, with a complimentary signature cocktail for every 5 tapas ordered.
Apr 11, 18, 25
Sunday (Apr 12)
NIGHTLIFE: Soaked Pool Party Songkran Edition
Join the water fight at Radisson Blu this Sunday, with DJs Octo, Luck-E, Tommy Nori and KC spinning the tracks from 12pm-8pm. B400 entry with one free drink.
Apr 12
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