ART: Fear

Leading contemporary photographer Manit Sriwanichpoom presents a collection of photographs and videos capturing the political landscape in Thailand over the past 5 years and the underlying fear it has caused in Thai society.

An informative evening discussing the 279 articles and hundreds of pages of the new proposed constitution that Thai electorates will vote for this Aug 7. The panel includes Dr. David Streckfuss, director of the CIEE-Thailand, and several more names to be announced. 

GIGS: It's Me Cat Foodival

Cat Radio hosts a music festival featuring good music and food from more than 60 food stalls. The food is inspired by song names and made by the musicians themselves, including Scrubb, Boy Friday, Greasy Cafe and DJs from Cat Radio. The live concert will feature music from Stamp, Paradox, Ten to Twelve, Jelly Rocket, Superbaker and many more. 

Aug 6. Airport Link Makkasan, Petchaburi Rd.

THEATER: The Killing Game

An interactive comedy-reality theatrical show set in the future where competition in the entertainment industry is fierce. Follow this horror game show where 8 contestants compete for a huge sum of money, with only one final survivor. 

Aug 6-14. The Auditorium, Bangkok Art and Cultural Center (BACC), 939 Rama 1 Rd.

THEATER: An Inspector Calls

The Drama Arts students from Chulalongkorn University present this adaptation of J.B Priestley's most widely known play from 1945, following the story of an upper middle-class British family who is being questioned for their role regarding the suicide of a young working-class woman.

Aug 6. Theater Lab, Drama Arts Chula, Chulalongkorn University 

ART: Kern

Bangkok University Gallery presents a collection of never-before-seen photographs taken by the late politician and business man Surat Osathanugrah in what is considered his most personal series yet. 

Aug 6-27. Bangkok University Gallery, 2-4/F, BU International College Building (Bld.7), 119 Rama 4 Rd. 

SPORTS: Run 4 Mom

A mini-marathon commemorating HM the Queen’s birthday and Thailand Mother’s Day. There are prizes for 10km run, while 6-10 year olds and 11-16 year olds who finish among the frontrunner in the 3km and 5km runs, respectively, will also receive small prizes. If running in not your expertise, fear not, just show up with your mom and jog (or walk) to the finishing line to be guaranteed to receive gift vouchers.

Aug 7. Rama 9 National Park, Chalerm Prakiat Rd.

NIGHTLIFE: Breakbot

The funky French producer and DJ returns to Bangkok for the third time to perform hit tracks including "My Toy" and "Baby I'm Yours" under a prom night theme. He'll be join by an opening acts Polycat and WAV Collective DJs. Tickets available at Ticketmelon. 

Aug 9. GMM Live House, CentralWorld, Rama 1 Rd. 

CONCERTS: Of Montreal

The American glam rock band takes the stage as part of the third edition for the Singha Light Live Series which has already brought us The Radio Dept. and Ratatat. As part of their Bangkok debut, they'll be performing tracks from their latest album, Innocence Reaches, which features contemporary electronica, indie pop and EDM elements. Tickets available at Ticketmelon at B1,200. 

Aug 9. Live RCA, RCA, Rama 9 Rd. 

CONCERTS: Charlie Puth

The American singer songwriter, who made a name for himself through his viral Youtube videos for "Marvin Gaye" and the Critic's choice award-winning "See You Again" makes his Bangkok debut. He'll be joined by opening acts Ozmo and Room 39. Tickets are B2,000 from Thaiticketmajor.

Aug 12. Muang Thai GMM Live House, CentralWorld, Rama 1 Rd.

FAIRS: Big Bad Wolf Book Sale

The world's biggest book sale from Malaysia takes over Bangkok with over 2 million English-language titles, plus a 60-hours-straight extravagana sale featuring 60%-80% discounts in the final three days.

Aug 12-21. Impact Arena, 99 Popular Rd.

NIGHTLIFE: Trasher Bangkok Dok Ya Nai Pa Poon

The eccentric party series returns with a tribute to the molam artist Tai Orathai’s first album, featuring nothing but the best of danceable luktung music. Entry fee is B500 which also includes one drink.

Aug 13. GMM Live House, CentralWorld, Rama 1 Rd.

NIGHTLIFE: Smirnoff Sound Collective x Tempology 2016

Tempo Magazine presents over 30 artists playing 10 sub-genres of undergroud music across three different stages in this massive event dedicated to the best of Thailand's underground beats.

Aug 13. Live RCA Bangkok, RCA, Rama 9 Rd.

CONCERTS: Two Door Cinema Club 

The Northern Irish indie-rock band, known for their hits "Something Good Can Work," "Undercover Martyn" and "What You Know" take the stage with support from local opening acts Tabasco and Tattoo Colour. Tickets are B2,000-2,500 from Thaiticketmajor.

Aug 17. Show DC Oasis Outdoor Arena, Rama 9 Rd.

ART: Chat Room

Contemporary designer and owner of CEO Books,Grisana Eimeamkamol presents an art project that invites the public to submit their thoughts, stories, criticism and suggestions about Thailand's design scene. Submitted opinions will be printed onto an anonymous a0 poster and shown as part of the exhibition. Submit your thoughts here. 

Aug 17-Sep 11. Bangkok City City Gallery, 13/3 Sathorn Soi 1

NIGHTLIFE: Games Night

A massive party filled with beer pong, arcade games, Wii and other drinking games that promises to be reminiscent of late college nights. There will be free-flow beer throughout the night, too. 

Aug 20. Game Over, Liberty Plaza, Sukhumvit Soi 55

TALKS: TEDx Bangkok

Sixteen speakers take the stage for the second year of TEDx Bangkok. TED is a multi-disciplinary conference where people from all walks of life are invited to give short, inspiring talks under the theme of "Ideas worth spreading."

Aug 20. KBank Siam Pic-Ganesha Theater, 7/F Siam Square One. BTS Siam 

NIGHTLIFE: The Sweet Escape

Aug 27. Acmen Ekkamai. Sukhumvit Soi 63