It’s that time again. The weekend approaches and we are here for it. In addition to some stellar DJ sets, local music, and Pride events, you can also look forward to comedy from a huge lineup, ladies’s night on rooftops, and boozy brunches. 

Thursday

Ma Cherie

It’s ladies’ night at Pastel. The party starts at 5pm and there’s free-low sparkling for all women from 9-11pm as well as DJ, buy-one-get-one oysters, and more. More info here, Pastel Rooftop Bar and Mediterranean Dining 

Noise not Bombs #6

If you still don’t know about Noise House, you’re missing out on some great live music. This Thursday, three bands—Amoxcilin, Gigamon, and Tony Love—take the stage. B300, Noise House

Le Twins

The Thursday club experience to hit up this weekend is at Levels, where the Mexica sister duo Le Twins will be turning up the high-energy tunes LE TWINS at Levels. Book at 082-308-3246, Levels 

Ikemen Live

At Thonglor’s favorite live music dive, a runner up at the BAD Awards for Best Live Music Bar in 2025, you’ll find Ikemen playing 1980's fusion to 2020's nu-jazz for a chill evening of tunes starting at 7pm. B200, Speakerbox

Friday

Watermelon Group Celebrates Pride 2024

It’s a triple dose of Pride party action this weekend coming at you from the Watermelon Group—the folks behind Rabbit Hole, Crimson Room, and Bar Marco. First, at Crimson Room on Thursday June 13, cut up a rig with Johnifer and Bar Enders before taking in a high energy drag show. Next, at Rabbit Hole on Friday June 14, hit up some fierce performances from Queen Zymone and Notty Naughty Girl from 8pm onwards—full of glitter and glam. Finally, at Bar Marco on Saturday June 15, enjoy a special guest shift from Midsummer Night's Dream’s head barkeep, Oil—parking available from 7pm onwards. Reservations are highly recommended at all venues. Crimson Room, Rabbit Hole, Bar Marco, free entry. 

Shukin’ Friday

This Friday at Oskar, get ready for a really shuckin’ good time. Their deal features buying six oysters and getting nine for B560 and buying 12 to get 18 at B1,800. Free entry, Oskar Bistro

Summer Break Comedy Show

To kick off the summer break Comedy Club Bangkok is bringing the visiting Paula Jame Newman, Phil Ghori, Daniel Holmes, Igor, Pule, Phil Koo, Al Seth, and Adam Hopkins to the stage. Tickets here, Comedy Club Bangkok

The Afro Code

How long since you’ve been to Bafros. Well, it’s time, because they’re putting on AfroBeats and international hits for a best-of-both-worlds crossover. Book at 063-039-8700, Bafros

Charlie Kwenta and JNSJ

Mustache is a club that’s so fun that even people who hate clubs like it here. This Friday starting at 9pm, the JNSJ opens for the inimitable Charlie Kwenta for a night of wild techno bliss. As ever, get there between 9-10pm and get in free. More info here, Mustache

Saturday

Pride High

Head up to the heights of Seen for a free-to-enter party celebrating Pride Month with a lineup of LGBTQ+ DJs, including DJ Dio, DJ Yongyi, and resident DJ Natsha. Percussionist Camilo will also be in the house. More info here, Seen

Pride Cruise

It’s back again. If you’ve been before, you know what to expect. DJs, drag queen shows, karaoke, and more. Rainbow flags will be flying on the Chaophraya, so be sure to be on this floating Pride parade. Tickets here, Bangkok Island. 

Tiny Stage Session

Gigi has been putting on some pretty fun events lately—from painting to parties—and this weekend Vee and Jenny will be playing pop, funk, folk and more to pair with your food, starting at 6:30pm. Free entry, Gigi Eatery Asoke

Boozy Sangria Brunch

A whole bowl of sangria—yes, a bowl. Bring plenty of friends for this sangria celebracion, because the Punchy Brunch (B3,999), ideal for groups of four or more, features two sourdough woodfired pizzas of your choosing and two big sharing salads—along with your very own gigantic punch bowl filled with red or white chilled sangria. Free entry, Public House 

Sunday

Bachata Fever

It’s that time again—Bangkok’s biggest dance party (with actual proper dancing). As ever, the party kicks off at AmBar with beginner and open level classes from 8-9pm, and a social party from 9pm-midnight. B250, AmBar 

Jungle Jam Presents Freestylers

The Freestylers—Matt Cantor and Aston Harvey—from the UK will be landing at Jungle Jam this Sunday for a one-night show featuring their hip-hop and electro style starting at 9pm. The world-renowned duo will be joined by Mista C and Rapple-G. Tickets here, Jungle Jam 

Sunday Swing

Another one for you dancers out there with the Sunday Swing brunch from Buddha and Pals with free open classes for you to cut a rug starting at 2pm. B200 / B250 at the door, Buddha and Pals

Violet Departures

Jam celebrated their 12th anniversary last week, and they’re still going strong. This Sunday, check out their Violet Departures at 8pm. Check in with Chaluay, Warang, Gate Garnglai, Narrative Death, Yoga From Heaven, and more. B200, Jam