16 things to do in Bangkok this weekend (Oct 10-13)
Music festivals, Fuckup Nights, books, chocolate buffet, comedy, swing dance, and more.
Hemingway, the Soi 11 spot for your weekend pre-party, is giving everyone a taste of Cuba with Chef Raymond Gonzalez. It’ll be an interactive dining event with a six-course menu including beverage pairing available and live music at night by Lily Valdes. More info here, Hemingway’s
Mixologist Francesco Moretti of Mixologist and Pinnacle Gastro Co and the Siam Yacht Club’s own Chef Nui will be putting on a four-hands cruise this weekend for diners and cocktail lovers alike. There are only 50 seats, so be sure to book in advance. Tickets here, Siam Yacht Club
Erica Pohnan, Justin St-Denis, Tim Hughes, and Stefan Bobner return for their Sathorn Side Splitters Comedy Night, for an evening of yuks hosted by Phil Ghouri at the Kha Gastrobar starting at 8pm. Tickets here, Kha Gastrobar
With Speakerbox taking a break, we need Jam more than ever. This weekend, the Jakarta Jazz-Rock band ‘Mad Madmen’ will be hitting Bangkok for the first time, with opening bands Palm Hassaphon and Pick and Roll. Tickets here, Jam
This event kicks off three separate days of festival going for you EDM heads out here. The party starts off at Bitec Bangna for acts like Nakadia, Space 92, and Trym at Techmission, and the next day slows down with Transmission for a trance-filled fest. And, finally, the big guns: Hardmission—the second ever of its kind Hardstyle lineup. Tickets here, BITEC Bangna
Irie is taking over Blaq Lyte Rover and throwing beats into the night with a performance from Buunshin, a star in the drum and bass scene. Buckle up for support from DJ Orawan, Brad-Roc, Sunday Sundae, NERZ, and Jaysn. Tickets here, Blaq Lyte Rover
Mustache, a finalist for the BAD Awards Best Nightclub, have opened a new space for underground music lovers, now in EmQuartier next to Escape. This will be a serious soft opening, with Teenage Mutants and Christian and Fabio. More info here, Mustache
Noise House is Latprao’s best live music venue. This Friday night they’ll have Avapa: Noise Art Exhibition, gathering shows and performances from Corporal Stains, Foolgonewild, Malignant Mindprobe, shi/mo/no., Domina Miasmata, and Hoely Witch & The Jizzmaster. Tickets here, Noise House
Featured in more than 300 cities world wide, this event invites local personalities to tell you a story about how they, well, royally fucked up. Tanawaut Sukke will host Jade Rouge, Cappie Uwalaka, Kristina Reyes, and Manisha Misra for a night of storytelling. Tickets here, Public House
Celebrating Spanish National Day, Arroz will share cultural experiences with a rumba performance by Luisa from Málaga to pair with your paella and tapas. More info here, Arroz
Ari and Simon are champions of the International Lindy Hop Championships, Savoy Cup, and Korean Lindy Hop Championships, and this weekend they’re going to provide swing dance classes and a party with YUSU Jazz band and DJs. More info here, Jelly Roll Jazz Club
This one is for all you chocolate fiends out there. This chocolate buffet will feature a wide range of chocolates, cakes, and cheesecakes as well as dishes featuring sashimi, sushi, and grilled meats—all inside the plush Sukhothai in Sathorn. More info here, The Sukhothai Bangkok
Not enough partying on Friday and Saturday? Steve Norris is known for his guitar skills and ambient music, and he’ll be playing at Irie for his Asia tour promoting new album “Ambient Live” alongside performers Jah Brunsdon, Brad Roc, Orawan, and Mellow Mac. More info here, Irie
Get ready bibliophiles. The Book Expo Thailand is back in Bangkok. This year the event comes with the concept of Thai ghosts right in time for Halloween, featuring activities like cosplay, book sale competitions, talks, and more. More info here, Queen Sirikit National Convention Center
Top Indonesian chefs and mixologists are descending on The Bar at the House on Sathorn this weekend, with dishes from chef Eka Sunarya from Mandapa: Ritz Carlton Reserve and alongside bartending talents Tariq Widarso from Sip Sensei, Silvio Daniele from Cosmo Pony, Kiki Moka from the Cocktail Club, and Fauzan Ramon from Pantja. More info here, The Bar at the House on Sathorn
The Playlys BBQ is back just like it is every Sunday. This weekly event will feature all the BBQ faves you crave, and you can check out their two hours of free-flow for just B990. Tickets here, Playlys Bangkok
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