THEATER: 1969 A Space Odyssey? Oddity!

Japanese theater company Kaimaku Pennatrace performs a highly energetic and surreal story set in 1969 about three astronauts figuring out space for the first time, inspired by David Bowie's song "Space Oddity."   

Through May 8. Thong Lor Art Space, 58/14-15 Sukhumvit Soi 55 (Thonglor) 

NIGHTLIFE: H2O Sundaze Open Air Pool Party

DJs Koish, Boris Rubin, Dan Buri, George Patsan, Neil Thorpe and Paul Reed take over the decks at this outdoor party that promises the best of house, nu disco and techno from afternoon until late. 

May 1. Plaza Athenee, 61 Wireless Rd.

ART: Good People, Good Words: Launch of World’s Most Renowned Pop-Up Shop

Occupying the upstairs floor of WTF Bar & Gallery from May 4-Jul 3, the shop showcases products which, in the words of its organizers, are “carefully curated and designed by their own designer” in a “clean white loft space, using Kinfolk as a role model.” So far, so Bangkok pop-up—if not for the wall plastered with a veiled, polka-dot likeness of one man with his own vocal opinions on who are and are not “good people.” Rest assured, though, you can actually take this stuff home, whether it’s a charming canvas tote bag or handcrafted enamel mug. 

May 4-Jul 3. WTF Bar & Gallery, 7 Sukhumvit Soi 51

GIGS: Come On is Such a Joy Vol. 2

The second edition of this new indie music live series features some of the city's hottest rising acts, including Fwends, Matthew Fischer, Sasi, Triggs and the Longest Day (pictured) and Strange Brew. B400 (1 drink)

May 4. Soy Sauce Bar, 11/1 Charoenkrung Soi 24

NIGHTLIFE: Together Festival 

One of the city’s biggest EDM festivals returns for its fifth edition, this year with huge international names including the British electronica duo Disclosure and American electro house DJ Steve Aoki as their headliners. They’ll be joined by other big names including Andrew Rayel, Firebeatz, Galantis, Nervo and Tohamt for an unforgettable night of quality electronic dance music. Tickets are B2,000-2,400 from Thaiticketmajor.

May 6. BITEC, 88 Bangna Trat Rd.

GIGS: Club Yellow Fang: A Curated Night

May 7. Venue TBA

ART: Encounter Culture Fashion Show and Design Exhibition

Hosted by Academia Italiana and celebrities Ann Mitchai, Great Warintorn Panhakarn, Jah Yossinee Nana Korn and Pop Varavut Laohapongchana, this event features a fashion show and design exhibition showcasing the work of fresh design talent by the finalists of the second season of the popular TV show Dress the Stars.

May 7. 4/F Central Embassy,1031 Phloen Chit Rd. BTS Phloen Chit

WORKSHOPS: Minimalme Inspiration Photography Workshop

The fashion website hosts its first ever workshop, where three successful photographers (to be revealed on the day of the event) will lead a beginner's guide to fashion photography. Participants will learn tips and tricks from these professionals and will also get a chance to put their newly learned skills to the test with live models on set. 

May 8. Cafe House Studio, 5 Phracha Songkhro Rd.

GIGS: Ratatat

The rock-meets-electronic duo peform tracks from their fifth album, Magnifique, live including hits "Cream on Chrome" and "Abrasive," with an opening act by Chiang Mai-based alternative rock band Solitude is Bliss.  

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

CONCERTS: An Evening with Olivia Newton-John

The four-time Grammy Award-winning Australian singer, best known for her role in the 1978 movie Grease, takes the Bangkok stage to perform her biggest hits including “If You Love Me Let Me Know”, “Summer Night” and “Magic”.  Tickets are B2,500-5,500 from Thaiticketmajor.com.

May 10. Royal Paragon Hall, 5/F, Siam Paragon, Rama 1 Rd.

ART: Re-Look

Japanese artist Soichiro Shimizu gives abandoned photographs a second chance of life for his latest exhibition. The show  features work from reputable Thai photographers including Pahparn Sirima Chaipreechawit, Sam Cochaputsup, Dhanainun Dhanarachwattana and Benya Hegenbarth, which Shimizu has reworked in line with his own style.  

May 11-May 24. Yenakart Villa, 69 Soi Prasat Suk, Yen Akat Rd.

THEATER: [Un]tied 

Director Karin Baipaisarn presents a modern Thai adaptation of Danish author Karl Gjellerup's 1906 novel about love and religion, The Pilgrim Kamanita, which follows the journey of Vasitthi as she learns the true meaning of love and eternity through religion. 

May 12. Crescent Moon Space, 65/1 Thonglor 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

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.

MARKETS: Map Weekday Pop-up 

The shopping and activity-filled festival returns, this time giving shopaholics a destination to go shopping after work on the weekdays. Expect plenty of food and clothes brands including Koo's, Lemon Me Farm, Mayumi Kani, Three and many more to take over the grounds. 

May 16-18, 23-27. United Center Silom, Silom Rd.

MEET-UPS: Creating Cities: Co-creating Charoenkrung

This edition of the Bangkok River Exchange invites Australian Marcus Westbury to share his story of resuscitating the downtown-shopping precinct of Newcastle, and Australian city in New South Wales. He'll be joined by Dr Peeradorn Kaewlai and Yossapon Boonsomin of the Charoenkrung Creative District project that hopes to spark inspiration and an idea-sharing community aimed at rebuilding Bangkok.

May 17. River City Bangkok, 23, Trok Rongnamkeang, Yotha Rd.

THEATER: Kon Rak Mime Festival

An international theater festival dedicated to mime performances, featuring some of the best performers in the industry from Germany, Japan and Thailand, including Milan Sladek, Kita Kyoichi and Paitoon Laisakul. They’ll be collaborating over nine days in this unique set of performances that combines humor, technique and emotion. B600 from Thaiticketmajor. 

May 20-22, 27-29. Thammasat University (Tha Phra Chan Campus), 12 Phra Chan Rd. 

CONCERTS: Single Festival 2 

One of the biggest music festivals in the country dedicates itself to celebrating a fun night for all single people out there. After travelling around the country, the music has finally landed in Bangkok, splittign itself across three massive stages where 17 of Thailand's favorite bands will take the stage, including Big Ass, Potato, Stamp, Getsunova, Lomosonic, Sqweez Animal, 25 Hours and many more.

May 21. BITEC, 88 Bangna Trat Rd.

NIGHTLIFE: Kolour in the Park Reunion

The team behind Bangkok's version of Wonderfruit is back for another huge party, this time spanning across two venues for both daytime and nighttime dancing and drinking. Expect plenty of tunes from the Kolour Team, including DJs Alex Fischer, Koish, Boris Rubin, Sunju Hargun, Coran, Dan Buri and more, plus plenty of gourmet food and drinks. 

May 21. Viva Aviv, River City Shopping Complex, 23 Yotha Rd. (DAY). Live RCA,  

SPECIAL SCREENINGS: Cinema Diverse: Director's Choice

Five acclaimed female Thai directors select international films to be screened bi-monthly from May-Nov. This month sees the screening of The Pearl Button (Chile, 2015) directed by Patricio Guzman and chosen by Soraya Nakasuwan, the acclaimed director of Final Score and Rahtree Sawasdi. The screening will be followed by a post-screening talk and Q&A session. 

May 21. Bangkok Art and Cultural Center (BACC), 939 Rama 1 Rd.

SPORTS: Singha Bangkok 21K 2016

May 22. Rama 9 National Park. 

ART: A View from the Edge

Associated Press photographer David Longstreath hosts an exclusive showcase of his works from the past 45 years capturing historic events including the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, the death of Pol Pot and Mother Teresa’s funeral. 

May 27. Cho Why, 17 Soi Nana, Charoen Krung Rd.

SALES: Book Sale

The Neilson Hays Librarys' fundraiser used book sale returns, promising thousands of high quality English and Thai books, all selling at a start price of only B20. Away from the books, expect plenty of food from Hot Wheels Pizza Truck and the Garden Cafe, as well as a children's craft activity area.

May 28. Neilson Hays Library, 195 Surawong Rd.

GIGS: Fatty's Fest IIII

Fatty's Bar & Diner celebrates its fourth birthday with live music, beers and more. Lineup TBA, but if it's anything like previous years it will be mayhem,

May 28. 598/66 Asoke Din Daeng Rd., 081-438 7221