BK Weekend: What's on in Bangkok this May 12-15
A busy night on Charoenkrung Road, the launch of Bangkok's newest rock venue and all this weekend's best events.
Thursday (May 12)
NIGHTLIFE: Sathoshi Tomiie
The Japanese DJ and producer known for his debut single "Tears", a track considered one of the most important in house music, takes over the Bangkok stage at one of the city's latest night clubs. Support from DJ Krit Morton.
Beam, 72 Courtyard, 72 Sukhumvit Soi 55
ART: Humans of Flower Market
The popular Facebook page which captures the recently shut-down Pak Khlong Talat flower market's stall owners and visitors exhibits its best photographs, accompanied by quotes from the subjects.
Through May 19. Yodpiman River Walk, 390/17, Ban Mo Rd.
ART/NIGHTLIFE: Come On is Such a Joy Vol. 3
A night of improvised live loop music from cellist Saowakhon Muangkluan, electric guitarist Kota Taki and jazz bassist Kasemsamai Wongchayasilp, taking place in a trendy art space.
Bridge, Charoen Krung Soi 51. BTS Saphan Taksin
Friday (May 13)
NIGHTLIFE: Live Fstvl
Three international DJs, Cezaire, Nico Pusch and Rene Bourgeois, join local DJs Dan Buri, Dark White and Quiet & Listen for three floors of partying, with zones dedicated to tech-house, nudisco and live performances.
May 13. Live RCA Bangkok, RCA, Rama 9 Rd.
CONCERTS: Chang Festival: Neon the Night
This two-day music festival features of the city's most popular bands and artists including Stamp, Slot Machine, Potato and Da Endorphine, who'll be joined by international guest DJs like Danny Avila and Jaggs. Away from the music, there also promises to be plenty of fun interactive games such as Glow Pool, Lazer Maze and Cage Football.
May 13-14. Show DC Oasis Arena, RCA, Rama 9 Rd.
GIGS: Long Hair Memories: Tribute to Guns 'N Roses, Metallica and Skid Row
Rock bands Neverland, Brownstone, System Sucker and Sugar Rocket play covers of the biggest hits from the three internationally renowned rock bands.
May 13. Rock Pub, Hollywood Street, 93/26-28 Phaya Thai Rd., 02-251-9980, 086-977-0621. BTS Rachathewi
MARKERTS: Irvine Market
Under a "Carnival Parade" theme, the popular market that made its debut last year returns, this time featuring
more than 80 brands, celebrity booths and 10 food stalls.
May 13-15. The Emquartier, The EmDistrict, Sukhumvit Rd.
Saturday (May 14)
ART: Relics from Rangoon: Book Launch + Exhibition
It's a busy night in Soi Nana (Charoenkrung Road) as Choy Why hosts the book launch of American journalist Philip Heijmans's book capturing the historic buildings of Rangoon at a time they are in danger of disappearing forever. Also taking place the same night, 23 Bar & Gallery celebrates One Year in Chinatown and artist Justin Mills hosts an open studio.
Cho Why, 17 Soi Nana, Charoenkrung Rd. MRT Hua Lamphong
NIGHTLIFE: Autograf
The Chicago indie-electro trio, known for their visually striking live performances and hits "Metaphysical" and "Dream," bring their unique genre-crossing sound to the Bangkok stage.
May 14. Live RCA Bangkok, RCA, Rama 9 Rd., 086-860-0808.
NIGHTLIFE: House 101
DJs Giantsiam, Wonderland, Vim and Kalbyrd journey through the story of house music, from its origins in 1980s Chicago through to the present day.
May 14. Jam, 41 Charoen Rat Soi, 1, 083-5451-833. BTS Surasak
NIGHTLIFE: Flower Power Charity Pool Party
A pool party to raise funds for the Freeland Foundation, an organization that helps protect Thailand’s endangered wildlife & critical ecosystems, featuring music from DJs Alex Fischer, Tek Harrington, Scott Hess and more. Dress code is "Flower Power".
May 14. Oriental Residence Bangkok, 110 Wireless Rd.
NIGHTLIFE: Hasta La Disco
A night dedicated to the biggest disco hits from the '70s and '80s from Djs Jaydubb and Koish, combined with plentyn of exotic cocktails and nightlong dancing.
May 14. Revolucion Cocktail, 50 Sathorn Soi 10
For the opening night of Bangkok's latest venue for quality live music welcomes performances from bands Count the Thief, Triggs & The Longest Day and DJs Stuie Matthew and Wuttikorn Akkarattanasompop.
May 14. Tale of Gold Mine, Groove CentralWorld, Ratchadamri Rd. BTS Chit Lom
GIGS: The Whitest Crow Album Launch Party
The local rock band known for the song "Be With You" launch their latest album, Bangkok Blondie, with a huge party featuring live performances both from themselves as well as Phum Viphurit, De Flamingo and IrisTwin.
May 14. Play Yard by Studio Bar, Lad Phrao Soi 8, 081-173-3616.
GIGS: Baptiste Trotignon and Minino Garay
Maggie Choo’s is better than anyone at bringing in jazz artists you should know but don’t. This week features French pianist Baptiste Trotignon and Argentinian percussionist Minino Garay, who together turn out an infectious blend of improvised Euro-Latin jazz.
May 14. Maggie Choo's, underground/F, Hotel Novotel Bangkok Fenix Silom, 320 Silom Rd.
CLASSICAL: Vladimir Ashkenazy Concert
The Bangkok Symphony Orchestra organizes this two piano recital by the three-time Grammy award-winning Russian pianist and conductor and his son Vovka. They’ll be performing masterpieces from the romantic age, including Rachmaninov’s Symhonic Dance, Ravel’s Rhapsodie Espagnole, Smetana’s The Moldau and Glinka’s Valse-Fantasie. B800-3,200 from Thaiticketmajor.
May 14. Thailand Cultural Centre, Ratchadaphisek Rd. MRT Thailand Cultural Centre
THEATER: Grease Sing-A-Long
The Bangkok Community Theater performs a rendition of the popular 1978 musical film Grease, with lyrics provided for all audience members to join in. The performance is also accompanied by a buffet dinner and prizes for those who show up in the best Grease costume. Register for tickets at bit.ly/1NQVTlY.
May 14. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Sukhumvit Bangkok, 18/1 Sukhumvit 26, 02-649-6666.
SPECIAL SCREENINGS: Movies on Design - Zaha Hadid: Who Dares Wins
The annual documentary festival dedicated to screening architecture, design and art films hosts a special screening in remembrance of the late iconic female architect who passed away in March. The film follows the life and work of the Pritzker Prize-winning architect and her journey to success.
May 14. Bangkok Art and Cultural Center (BACC), 939 Rama 1 Rd. BTS National Stadium
Sunday (May 15)
MEET-UPS: Queers for a Cause
In celebration of International Day Against Homophobia Biphobia and Transphobia, QueerMango hosts a night to raise funds for Love Galaya, an association which helps empowering lesbian, bisexual, trans and queer women in Thailand. The night promises delicious Mexican food from Tacos and Salsa, a movie screening of the 2011 film A Safe Place for the Wild and plenty of music from DJs Chorn and Sen Lek Naam.
May 15. Cho Why, 17 Soi Nana, Charoen Krung Rd. MRT Hua Lamphong
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