The "world's biggest book sale," jazz at The Commons, Trasher and plenty more reasons to stick around Bangkok this long weekend.

Thursday (Aug 11)

NIGHTLIFE: 3Lau

The American DJ and producer returns to Bangkok to perform his progressive house hits like "How You Love Me" and "Is it Love."

Aug 11. Onyx, Soi Soonvijai, Rama 9 Rd.


NIGHTLIFE: Chocolate Puma

The house music duo known for their driving bass lines and elements of African beats make their Bangkok debut.

Aug 11. Live RCA, RCA, Rama 9 Rd. 


NIGHTLIFE: Mandy

The German dance music DJs, known for their 2005 hit "Body Language," take over the stage with support from local DJs Sarayu, Bunnyman and Noxro. 

Aug 12. Beam, 72 Courtyard, 72 Sukhumvit Soi 55


ART: My Journey

A collection of expressionist watercolor paintings by Nukoon Panyadee capturing Eastern European architecture throughout Croatia, Poland, Turkey, Germany and more. 

Through Sep 10. Sathorn 11 Art Space, 404 Sathorn Soi 11


ART: Flare

Japanese artist Jiro Kamata presents a collection of jewelry themed around the sun, with a strong focus on light and reflection.

Aug 11-Sep 25. Atta Gallery, Charoenkrung Soi 36.


Friday (Aug 12)

CONCERTS: Charlie Puth

The American singer and songwriter, who made a name for himself through his viral Youtube videos "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.

Aug 12. Muang Thai GMM Live House, 8/F, CentralWorld, 999/1 Rama 1 Rd. 


NIGHTLIFE: Grand Opening La Mezcaleria

The grand opening of Touche Hombre's indoor and outdoor second floor bar. Aiming to be Bangkok's first specialist tequila and mezcal bar, the opening night will feature old-school hip hop and R&B from DJ Mizuyo alongside El Jimador Tequila cocktail specials available all night.

Aug 12. 72 Courtyard, 72 Sukhumvit Soi 55.


GIGS: Mahasound

A night dedicated to underground music provided by Bangkok-based independent artists of all kinds including DJs, composers, beatmakers and rappers. Expect music from The Dude of Stratosphear, Plern Pan Perth, AdmBkr, Dai, Gishiyama and more.

Aug 12. Whiteline, Silom Soi 8 


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.


 

WORKSHOP: Flowers for Mom

A flower jar workshop to celebrate mother's day which will guide participants how to decorate a mason jar with fresh flowers to present as the perfect gift. 

Aug 12. Seed, Sukhumvit Soi 39 


Saturday (Aug 13)

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 from the early '00s, featuring nothing but the best of danceable lukthung 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.


NIGHTLIFE: Sidney Samson

The Dutch house DJ, who's collaborated with the likes of Steve Aoki, Afrojack and Martin Garrix, returns to Bangkok to perform tracks like "Riverside." 

Onyx, Soi Soonvijai, Rama 9 Rd.


THEATER: The Killing Game

Eight local celebrities take over the stage in an interactive performance about a reality game show whose contestants must fight for their survival in a series of tasks, with only one winner guaranteed to be left alive at the end of the game. 

Aug 13-14. Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC), 939 Rama 1 Rd. 


ART: Nacht Wallen 

Photographer Ralph Tooten captures the various states of the ocean using low light photography to a reveal a different perspective than what can be seen with the human eye.  

Aug 13-Oct 2. RMA Institute, Room 238, 238 Sukhumvit Soi 22


Sunday (Aug 14) 

NIGHTLIFE: Pangina Heals' Sayonara Party

Bid farewell to the popular drag queen entertainer, the star of Maggie Choo's Sunday cabaret nights, as she sets off on a new adventure in Japan. Free flow drinks from 8-10pm. 

Aug 14. Maggie Choo's, Hotel Novotel Bangkok Fenix Silom, 320 Silom Rd.


GIGS: Jazz on Sunday

Enjoy an afternoon of live jazz at the community mall's open courtyard this week featuring music from drummer Chanutr Techatananan and his band. 

Aug 14. The Commons, Thonglor Soi 17

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