May is the month of live music, with visits from Crystal Castles, Mew, Nelly, Pitbull, Underworld and Yelle, plus the reopening of TCDC, a gallery-hopping night, a Chinatown jumble sale and more events to look forward to. 

GIGS: PREP Live in Bangkok

British indie band PREP bring their smooth '70s-infused pop to Bangkok, supported by Lukpeach and Cloud Behind. Tickets B800-1,000.
 
May 2. Live RCA, RCA, Rama 9 Rd. 

FAIRS: Creative Market 

To celebrate moving to its new home, TCDC hosts a creative market inviting everyone to partake in design-related workshops all weekend long. On top of that, expect some quality live music from the Paradise Bangkok Molam International Band, Yellow Fang and Summer Dress, plus plenty of activities, food stalls, outdoor screenings and interactive games.

May 5-7. TCDC, Grand Postal Office Building, Charoenkrung Rd.


NIGHTLIFE: Go Grrrls: It's Summer Bitch!

Another edition of the popular queer party series, featuring disco, punk and '90s hip-hop beats courtesy of DJs Maehappyair, Dookie and Cleo P.
 
May 5, 10pm. Game Over, Liberty Plaza, Sukhumvit Soi 55 (Thonglor)

NIGHTLIFE: La Fiesta Monita del Cinco de Mayo

The popular Mexican restaurant celebrates Cinco de Mayo with a huge block party featuring BBQ Mexican food from chefs Billy and Mauricio, plenty of special cocktails and drink promotions, plus music from DJ Yvon Polge who'll be spinning Latin mixes all night long. 

May 5. La Monita Taquera, Mahatun Plaza, Phloen Chit Rd.


CONCERTS: Teen Daze and Mozart's Sister

Solo musician Jamison Isaak brings his indie pop vocal sound to the Bangkok stage with support from solo dance and electronic DJ Caila Thompson-Hannant

May 6. Live RCA, RCA, Rama 9 Rd. 


ART: The Creative District Gallery Hopping Night

Another installment of the art initiative that invites people to spend the night hopping down a pre-mapped route of art galleries between Charoenkrung and Silom roads. Venues participating this time round include Serindia Gallery, Atta Gallery, Kathmandu Gallery, Jam Cafe, The Jam Factory and many more.

May 6. Various art galleries around Charoenkrung and Silom


ART: LR 

Wisut Ponnimit's latest exhibition invites the audience on an immersive experience following his iconic Nogn Mamuang character on her journey in making important life decisions.  

May 6-June 25. Bangkok CityCity Gallery


ART: My Fantasy World 0.000000000123456789

Thepmetha Thepboonta's second solo exhibition combines his latest graphic and cartoon works in a series that breaks down traditional gender norms and divisions. 

May 6-31. Bridge, Charoenkrung Soi 51


CONCERTS: Mew

Indie gig organizers Have You Heard? presents the Bangkok debut of the Danish alternative rock band whos latest album, Visuals, includes tracks like "Carry me to Safety" and "85 Videos." 

May 7. Voice Space, Viphavadi Rd. 


CONCERTS: Yelle

The French electronic pop singer, best known for singles like "Interpassion" and "Je Veux Te Voir," makes her Bangkok debut as part of her tour around Asia. 

May 9. Live RCA, RCA, Rama 9 Rd. 


SPECIAL SCREENINGS: Dream Empire 

David Borenstein' 2016 documentary follows a 24-year-old rural migrant who arrives in China's Chongqing to pursue her "Chinese Dream." There, she opens a scamming real estate agency that uses actors to turn remote Chinese ghost towns into temporary international booming cities, tricking customers into buying highly overpriced properties. 

May 11-30. Bangkok Screening Room, Sala Daeng Soi 1


SPECIAL SCREENINGS: Cultural Studies Film - Stop Making Sense

Jam's monthly cultural studies session hosted by cultural researcher and author Viriya Sawangchot screens Stop Making Sense, a live concert film of Talking Heads directed by the late Jonathan Demme. Screening starts at 8pm and will be followed by a discussion.

May 11. Jam, Charoen Rat Soi 1. BTS Surasak


GIGS: Fungjai Fung Jun Ep. 2

Music zine Fungjai hosts a night of live music featuring performances from Telex Telexs, Sole, River Rhyme and Yellow Fang. Tickets available at all 7-Eleven branches around the city. 
 
May 12, 5pm. Play Yard by Studio Bar, Lad Phrao Soi 8

FESTIVALS: Super Summer Sound 2017

A brand new arts and music festival combining the works of local and international artists with the sound of electronic trance music, including a live performance from the hit '80s British duo Underworld. 

May 13. Asiatique the Riverfront, 2194 Charoen Krung Rd.


GIGS: Degaruda The Farewell Show

Local rock band Degaruda are calling it a day after four and a half years together. Catch them for one last gig where they'll be playing their biggest hits alongside plenty of food and beer.

May 13. Soy Sauce Bar, 11/1 Charoenkrung Soi 24


FAIRS: Soi Nana Craft and Jumble Sale 

Residents of the hip Soi Nana open up their shophouses for the return of the yard sale which invites everyone in the area to buy and sell goods ranging from vintage clothing, furniture, original art, to homemade food.

May 14. Soi Nana, Charoenkrung Rd.


CONCERTS: Nelly

The American rapper and singer best known for his hits including "Hot in Herre," "Dilemma" and "Work It," makes his Bangkok debut as part of the concert leading up to the official Golden Axe Music Festival. 

May 17. Muang Thai GMM Live House, 8/F CentralWorld 


CONCERTS: Cigarettes after Sex

For their third concert of the year as part of their Singha Light live series, Have You Heard? brings the American ambient pop band, who made a name for themselves through their hit Youtube videos, promising performances of singles like "Affection" and "K." 

May 19. Voice Space, Viphavadi Rd. 


FAIRS: Rubbers Rebel Ground 

Motorbike lovers won’t want to miss this massive open-air fair showcasing all the latest from popular auto industries, plus a huge test-drive area to go for a spin yourself. Cheeze Market will also be there with their trendy stalls selling fashion picks from local brands. 
 
May 19-21. Impact Lakeside Muangthong Thani 

CONCERTS: Crystal Castles

The Canadian electro group bring their unique homemade synthpop, electropunk sound to Bangkok, promising performances of hit songs like  "Not in Love' and "Crimewave." 

May 20. Live RCA, RCA, Rama 9 Rd.


SALES: Book Sale

The library returns with another edition of its used book sale, where both English and Thai used books can be bought for as little as B20 each. All proceeds to go towards the maintenance and renovation of the historic library. 

May 20. Neilson Hays Library, 195 Surawong Rd. 


CONCERTS: Pitbull

The American rapper behind hits like "Timber," "Rain Over Me" and "I Know You Want Me"  returns to the Bangkok  stage to promote his 10th studio album, Climate Change, which includes tracks like "Freedom," "Option" and "Freak Like Me." 

May 25. Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani, 99 Popular Rd.

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