BK Weekend: What's on in Bangkok this Oct 8-11
Dope as Funk party crew turns 1, ArtBox market returns, a secret indie concert and your last chance to check out a really cool exhibition.
See also: This week's best foodie events
Thursday (Oct 8)
NIGHTLIFE: This is House presents Spectrum
Every Thursday night throughout October, Ke De Ta is hosting a dedicated house music night, featuring the best of Bangkok's DJs. This time around is Felix Moreno, known for his Berlin Beats nights, supported by Alex iM!x and Widowa Woody.
Oct 8
CONCERT: Return to Grace Elvis Presley
Steve Michaels performs as the legendary King of Rock 'n' Roll in this recreation of one of the most pivotal points in the history of music. The concert includes performances of Elvis's top hits, ranging from "Heartbreak Hotel" to "Love Me Tender."
Oct 9
THEATER: The Bin Men
The Crescent Moon Theater's latest performance tells the story of garbage collectors who must work to keep the Chao Phraya River clean from plastic and pollution. The performance will also return next month as part of the Bangkok Theater Festival, starting Nov 3.
Through Oct 11
Friday (Oct 9)
NIGHTLIFE: Beauty and the Beast
A live music performance showcasing Thailand's indie musicians in association with Signwave group. The lineup includes: Lokee Redlight, Local Machine, No Diction, Every Body Hz, W Map and DJ Telepulp Jib Pechnarai. Tickets at the door.
Oct 9
NIGHTLIFE: Dope as Funk One Year Anniversary
Known for their party nights filled with old-school music from the '80s and '90s, Dope as Funk celebrate their first anniversary with a party under the theme "Back to Basics", featuring DJs Luck-E, Karl Andy, Tommy Nori and Unda.
Oct 9
Open mic stand-up comedy Friday Oct 9th!This Friday we have international comedians – featured Steven Halcrow(SCO) and headliner Khalid Khalwar(USA) joining the local veteran comics and newcomers for our open mic stand-up comedy night at The Comedy Club Bangkok!Here's local favourite Tristan Botly(UK) who has the hosting honors!Just ฿250 in advance with a drink and drinks specials including ฿80 beers and incredible deals on Magners @ComedyClubBangkok.com and The Royal Oak pub! ฿350 on the door.
Posted by The Comedy Club Bangkok on Monday, October 5, 2015
COMEDY: Stand-up Comedy Open Mic Night
Tristan Botly is back to host an open mic night that promises to be filled with laughter. This week's headliner is Khalid Kalwar, international comedian who has opened for Michael Winslow and Azhar Usman. He will be joined by Steven Halcrow from the Cambodian comedy scene, along with a group of Bangkok's veteren comedians.
Oct 9
FILM SCREENINGS: Shnit Film Festival
Returning for its 13th year, Shnit Film Festival screens 200 short films from across the world and gives out US$100,000 to the best ones. This year, Thailand’s represented by eight shorts including Napat Tangsanga’s Gen A, Aroonakorn Pick’s We Used To Love Each Other and Nitaz Sinwattanakul’s Deleted. The audience will get a chance to vote for their favorites after the screening. Thai and English subtitles.
Oct 9-10
MARKETS: Artbox Chapter 6
If you’re a market fan, you’ll probably have been to one “chapter” of this gigantic outdoor market already—and have Instragrammed at least one funky-looking dessert. This week includes a special live performance at 10pm from famous Thai pop band, Superbaker.
Oct 9-11
Saturday (Oct 10)
GIGS: HYH x Greyhound Original Present The Garden Live
Have You Heard? and Greyhound present the Californian punk band The Garden, known for their experimental style. Support from Bobkat (Chiang Mai) and Vimutti (Nakhon Ratchasima). Tickets available at Greyhound Siam Paragon or on.fb.me/1LNrX2I.
Oct 10
Sofar Sounds brings intimate gigs featuring indie artists you should know to 182 cities around the world – and Bangkok’s one of them. They’ll be holding a gathering of as-yet-unnamed Thai artists in an as-yet-unnamed venue. Clearly we don’t know much right now, so check sofarsounds.com/cities/Bangkok for updates and registration information.
Oct 10
SALES & FAIRS: One Stop Shopping Expo
Make sure you empty out the trunk of your car before you head to this massive nine-day shopping event featuring more than 500 stalls.There are a total of 15 sections including furniture, housing and property, electronics, baby and family, wedding, garden and pet, travel and many more.
Oct 10-18
ART: Faces / Now
Sati Foundation and 2 Magazine collaborate on a photo exhibition featuring the portrait work of 10 local fashion photographers, including Chamni Thipmanee, Wasan Puengprasert, Surat Jariyawatanawijit and Tada Varich.
Oct 10-9 Nov
MUSIC FESTIVALS: Indieinspiration
The biggest names in Bangkok indie-pop plays songs by the biggest names in international indie-pop. Gym and Swim, Jelly Rocket, Wave and So, Fwends – they’re all there, dishing out a playlist of hits by Arctic Monkeys, Coldplay, Disclosure, Gorillaz, Kodaline and Two Door Cinema Club.
Oct 10
Oct 10
MUSIC FESTIVALS: The Next Big Thing KKBox Music Playtime
KKBOX Music Play Time host their second music event with live performances from Tabasco, Twopee Southside with Pok A.K.A. Mindset, DCNXTR and The Ginkz, plus food trucks Deli-Q, Angel Wings and Hot Wheels Pizza, and a workshop discussing "How to create the next big thing" by various entertainment professionals.
Oct 10
CONCERTS: Hugo Under the City Lights
The indie singer finally returns to the scene with a full-scale concert, taking fans through hits like "99 Problems" and "Bread & Butter." Special guests include Jay Montonn Jira, Pae Arak and Palmmy.
Oct 10-11
CONCERTS: 90's Concert First Album
A concert for the '90s generation, presenting nostalgic tunes by the likes of Moderndog, Pang Nakarin, P.O.P., Friday, Ford and Friends, Koh Mr. Saxman, Tea for Three and many more.
Oct 10
Sunday (Oct 11)
ART: Melo House Closing Ceremony
It's your last chance to experience the maze art installation of Mamuang and Friends by the famed Thai cartoonist, Wisut Ponnimit, which has been running since the middle of August. There will be a live musical performance by the artist at 7:30pm for the closing ceremony.
Oct 11
SPORTS: Empire Tower We Run 2015
In association with Virgin Active, this marathon is claiming to be the “First Ever National 100% Green Marathon in Thailand” with its environmentally-aware organization to limit trash and energy use. All the proceeds will be used to provide sports equipment and trainers for children in need. Running distances offered are 4.1, 10.5 and 21km.
Oct 11
NIGHTLIFE: The Importance of Being Earnest One Year Anniversary Ft. Pangina Heals
Maggie Choo's dedicated gay night, filled with music and cabaret performances, is celebrating its first anniversary featuring Bangkok's most fabulous drag queen, Pangina Heals. There will be an open bar between 8-10pm and a special fashion show at 9pm. Dress code is black, gold and silver.
Oct 11
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