15 things to do in Bangkok this weekend (Feb 16-19)
80’s rock, 420 cruise, comedy, live music, and games.
Every Thursday is ladies night at Havana Social on Soi 11, so join a live Latin band and DJ Pepe for drink specials and dancing. Book here, Havana Social
You vinyl heads know about Freaking out the Neighborhood already, and this Thursday Sergio del Amo will be sharing his record collection starting at 8pm and running until late. Free entry, Freaking out the Neighborhood
Make your way to Seenspace on Friday to see a line up of Odd Thomas, Jon Lepore, Mumsfilibaba, and Tommy Vercetti starting at 7pm. Tickets here, The Rat
Comedians Joe Zalias and Dave Thompson will be wowing Bangkok audiences at the Comedy Club Bangkok this Thursday at 6pm. Tickets here, Comedy Club Bangkok
Finally, Chitbeer is a little closer. Unlike the cramped but friendly spot in Koh Kret, this new venue boasts a lot more space by the Royal River Hotel north of Thonburi. The brainchild of Wichit “Chit” Saiklao, this new spot keeps with its Chaophraya river roots. Free entry, Chit Hole
Head to Thonglor’s favorite music dive on Friday for live shows from Counting Duck and Skydonkey. B150, Speakerbox
How dare you—how dare you—call yourself a hair band fan in this city if you haven’t seen Hard Boy. Four bands playing 80’s tunes, rock, and metal take the stage at the Rock Pub. Tickets here, Rock Pub
If you’re wondering what’s going on at Bangkok’s favorite party island this week, it rhymes with “marijuana.” The sixth iteration of the 420 cruise, will involve half a dozen performances alongside weed of every distinction. Tickets here, Bangkok Island
Spearheaded by Evelyn Yap, the Singaporean chef behind Bangkok’s sustainable farm-to-table Happivore, this seven-course event on Saturday and Sunday sees a collaboration among celebrated chefs, from David Hartwig (head chef at 1-star Michelin Igniv Bangkok) to Oliver Truesdale-Jutras and Phoebe Oviedo (Singapore’s Michelin Plate Open Farm Community). B4,700, The Food School Bangkok
Of course the voodoo bar has a mardi gras party. Expect a night of zydeco music and New Orleans vibes to go with your drinks (potions) at this swampy theme hang. Free entry, Something Wicked
Know your byakhees from your shoggoths for the second iteration of Arcadia Eldritch Horror at Arcadia Barcade starting at noon. If you missed the first horrorshow, you can turn up any time to participate in the cosmic horror of it all. Free entry, Arcadia Barcade
Six performers will be taking on love at the new Patpong pub Delaney’s this weekend—and what says love more than the red light district? Headlined by Natty Warisa, the show starts at 8:30pm. B350 early bird / B500 at the door, Delaney’s
Catch the stylings of Kinky D and friends on Sundays at the chic Iron Balls Parlour for techno, soul, and more to round out your week. Free entry, Iron Balls Parlour.
Troubadours, poets, and raconteurs—this one’s for you. The competition is open to any and all, and there’s a B1,000 prize for the lyricist who spits the hottest fire. B300, Live Lounge BKK
CALM Bar & Guinguette is the stylish new bar the Phrom Phong kids are talking about. Go for good beats from DJ Ugo, cocktails, board games, and happy hour from 5-8pm. Free entry, CALM
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