17 things to do in Bangkok this weekend (Jul 7-10)
Metal or Mozart? DJs or art? Choose your weekend wisely.
We’ve got headbanging, brunch, Mozart, and more coming your way this weekend.
We don’t quite know what to expect of “the one and only gangster bar” on Soi 14, but this weekend is time to find out. Thursday is the grand opening, with jazz vocalist Khun Penny Pichpunny performing and all guests get a free glass of bubbly starting at 5pm. Free entry, Abandoned Mansion, The Coach Hotel Sukhumvit 14
Everyone’s favorite wine-forward new bar, Independence Bar, is bringing on Kuala Lumpur’s Reka Bar’s bartenders for a takeover, starting at 7pm. Free entry, Independence Bar
Pop down to Charcoal Tandoor Grill for Thursday tunes from Shivraj and Anjali and food from one of Nana’s favorite Indian eateries. Free entry, Charcoal Tandoor Grill
Of course there’s jazz at Smalls. This time it’s inspirational, experimental jazz fusion starting at 8:30pm B300, Smalls
Join Koh:Lab, Rui Tang, and Jarmai for sets at 8pm at what is fast becoming one of Bangkok’s favorite party hangs in Ladprao. B200, Never Normal
Fresh off their opening weekend, Jam hits the ground running with Bangsue Electrix, Bang Your Head Crew, and starting at 8pm and going late. B250, Jam
For all you metal heads out there, check out Metalica, Slayer, and Pantera tunes just off Ratchathewi BTS. B350 at the door, The Rock Pub
Mustache Bangkok has been back in fine form for a while now, so check out the otherworldly UFO on Friday starting at 9pm. B300, Mustache Bangkok
Explore the otherworldly artwork of DOCTORJiNK (Chatarach Sridumrongruk) in Ekkamai for the opening exhibition of a show that looks at the galaxy and the creatures in it. Free entry, Rose.cos
KickFlip Records teams up with Speaker Box for a night of skater punksand alt rock music from five bands, including Hut Boy, Molon, Forbidden Leaf, Conductor, and Silly Machine Band. B200, B250 at the door, Speakerbox.
Start your Saturday early with the summer French market from El Mercado, featuring fruits and veggies for the francophile in you. Free Entry, El Mercado
Your friendly neighborhood organic food vendor is coming to Yen Akat. Enjoy good groceries and supporting local farmers at 1:30pm. Free entry. Thada Court, Yen Akat Soi 2
Hop down to the ever-political Gallery Ver for a solo exhibition opening July 9 by Wantanee Siripattananuntakul, a reflection on the economy and taxes. Free entry, Gallery Ver
Hello, neighbor. Visit Mike Allin’s music collection with Freaking Out the Neighborhood for smooth, moody tunes. Free Entry, Freaking Out the Neighborhood
Neilson Hays Library is putting on an hour of classical music by the Pro Musica Trio in their garden starting at 9:30. B900, Neilson Hays Library
Sunday Aperitivo Club. If you want a little Sunday dinner on the Sukhumvit, Gigi is featuring a brunch with free flow and Italian bites. B1,200, Gigi Dining Hall and Bar.
Slow things down with a little music on your Sunday night with Sarnies Night Live from 7:30-9:30pm with tunes from Khela. Free entry, Sarnies Bangkok
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