17 things to do in Bangkok this weekend (May 12-15)
Beam reopening, free Salsa dance class, the return of The Hive's open air cinema, and Sunday free-flow of drinks and bites.
Thonglor’s Beam reopens from today onwards. Stay updated with their line-up on social media.
Open Air Cinema is back. If you like the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, get your fellow pirate geeks together and don’t miss this event. B200 via Eventbrite, The Hive Thonglor.
How humans perceive an unadulterated reality is an unsettling question. Artist Kamin Lertchaiprasert sets out to find answers through his artwork. Opening on May 12, the exhibition runs until Jun 12. Free entry, Atta Gallery.
Two local bands play a night full of dream pop, surf rock, and pop music. B250 in advance via Facebook DM, or B300 at door, Speakerbox.
Wonderland is a journey through all the music of Stevie Wonder, performed live by the Organic Band. Free entry, Foojohn.
A listening night dedicated to psychedelic rock, hard rock, glam rock, and stoner rock, everything from Jimi Hendrix to Pink Floyd, The Beatles to King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard and Tame Impala. Free entry, Freaking Out The Neighborhood.
An Al Jazeera documentary featuring exiled police officer Pol Maj-Gen Paween Pongsirin that aired last month cast a spotlight on Thailand’s largest human trafficking case. Catch him speaking via a video call from Australia here. B300, Foreign Correspondents' Club of Thailand (FCCT).
In collaboration with Bangkok’s most loved heavy metal bar, Immortal Bar, this event brings a darker side to heavy metal music all night, performed by three local bands. B300 in advance via link, or B400 at door, all tickets include one drink, Bangkok Island.
Celebrating Ratchada beloved underground club’s new home, now on Sukhumvit with a night of techno by local DJs. B300 includes one drink, Mustache.
It’s Friday the 13th so gather together and tell hard luck stories for a chance to win a prize. Free Entry, Fatty’s Bar and Diner.
A group exhibition features artworks from 8 artists showcasing romance in the summer air. Summer also inspired William Shakespeare's Sonnet 18: "Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day?" Free entry, River City Bangkok.
After a long absence, the Westin Pool Party is back, bringing deep house and melodic techno beats poolside. Happy hour 2-4pm buy-1-get-1-free. B600 in advance via link, or B800 at the door, both ticket types include one drink, The Westin Grande Sukhumvit.
A screening program bringing you a ton of quirky stuff that is living in the same common space, and inviting you to screen your own film, too. It’s bring your own food (and beyond). Free entry, advance registration required via link, Speedy Grandma.
This is a night headbangers can't miss, featuring Whispers, Depressed, Born From Pain, The Shredder, Carry On, Hellmosphere and Calling Hours. B400, Lido Connect Hall 3.
Loosen up and chill with some friends to a live vinyl DJ set with food and drinks. Free entry, Sarnies Roastery.
Ari’s monthly pool party just wants you to chill, sip your drinks, and have a good time. Free entry, Josh Hotel.
Free Latin Dance classes from professional dancer and teacher, Alex Teodorescu, every Sunday. Free entry, Havana Social.
Free flow plus countless Italian bites for three hours start at 5pm every Sunday. B1,200, Gigi Dining Hall and Bar.
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