BK Weekend: What's on in Bangkok this Jan 15-18
Indie gig organizer Popscene's final hurrah headlines a bumper weekend in Bangkok.
Cho Why presents another Rear Windows event this Thursday at 7:30pm, this time featuring the screening of documentary photography essays by 3rd year students from Rangsit University Faculty of Art and Design. B50 for entry.
Jan 15
Start the weekend early as the American DJ/producer, best known for his UK #1 hit "Tsunami" (check out the track above), visits Levels this Thursday to play popular club remixes.
Jan 15
Lost Project brings back its psychedelic music festival for the second time this weekend in Pattaya. Head over to Dickinson's Culture Cafe this Thursday to pre-game, with cheap drink deals and the line-up of Scotty, Lars Lee, Goa Gummy and Mushtribe. This is also your last chance to grab a last-minute ticket to the festival. While you're in the area, check out our complete guide to Phra Athit Road.
Jan 15
Fans of Nancy Chandler's Map of Bangkok should head over to Cafe Tartine this Friday for to grab a copy of the new 27th edition of the map, signed by the author herself, with a complementary glass of wine for those that get there early.
Jan 16
The first open mic comedy show of the year, with special guest comedians Aidan Killian and Daniel McGrath. B250 tickets in advance, with one free drink. Aspiring comedians can just turn up from 8pm onwards for a 3 minute slot, or just email [email protected].
Jan 16
Jan 16
Through Feb 7
Here's some classical music this weekend. The Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra performs Debussy's L´aprés-midi d´un faune, Copland's Appalachian Spring and selected pieces by Narong Prangcharoen. Conducted by Jeffery Meyer. Pre-concert talk starts 45 minutes before the show. B100 for students. Reservations at 02-800-2525-34 ext. 153-154.
Jan 16 (7pm), Jan 17 (4pm)
Jan 16
Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn brings back its popular party by the pool, with fun games and prizes up for grabs. B250 entry gets you a free drink. Ladies, head over early for an hour of free-flow margaritas between 7pm-8pm.
Jan 16
Jan 16
For a Grease nightout this Friday, Music producer/lyricist Unda performs his latest tracks live at the release party for his new EP, with support from Dope as Funk for the after-party. Show starts at 11:30pm.
Jan 16
On the back of his successful exhibition at Chula, Japanese artist Soichiro Shimizu presents his collection of large-scale abstract paintings and sculptures at the Adler Subhashok gallery, opening this Saturday Jan 17.
Through Feb 8
Another Charoenkrung venue with something different on offer this weekend. If you ever felt like you needed to watch an offensive/rated film on your own, Speedy Grandma invites you and your companions to join its first movie screening on Jan 17, featuring a list of disturbing films, but promising a friendly crowd. Tickets are only B40.
Jan 17
A special post-New Year party at Ocean Urban Lounge and Boutique Resort, in celebration of the launch of its indoor beach club with chilled tunes, a selection of beers and cocktails starting at B100, and a 25% discount happy hour on food and spa treatments through 8pm. Music by DJs Yukie Surisa, Thai International Lady Deejay and special guest Gilles Jacks from French Riviera.
Jan 17
Local indie acts Two Million Thanks, Basement Tape, Hariguem Zaboy, Triggs & The Longest Day, Abstraction XL and Lorsong perform this Saturday night at the intimate vinyl shop. Show up early as tickets are only available at the door.
Jan 17
Jan 17
Jan 17
Brahms returns to Maggie Choo's this Saturday with a set of grooves, funk and soul, with local support from Chai & The Blues Maniacs feat. Nurse.
Jan 17
After his gig at Zoo on Friday, the American percussionist presents his abstract image-sound video artwork at Jam. The screening will start at 7:30pm, with an introduction and a Q&A session with the artist/filmmaker afterwards.
Jan 18
The young Osaka-based singer performs live at the authentic Japanese restaurant, Kinjo, in Phra Khanong. Limited to 30 guests each session. Reserve your dining spot at 089-047-1456.
Jan 16, 18
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