Pheu Thai and the PPRP are at each other's throats again. Who could have predicted that? Following the dissolution of the MFP, ousting of a PM, appointment of a new PM, and the crumbling of the coalition in under a month, we could use a drink. This weekend, Bangkok has a full live wrestling show at El Santo, a Nirvana tribute act from the States at the Rock Pub, the end of Jam 2.0, a brand new Chit Hole, and more to keep you sane.
 

Thursday

Santo Slam 

El Santo goes full luchadore with Santo Slam, a live wrestling show. If you're not interested in the fake violence, beats from DJ Lomoroom will be playing to mix with their wild drinks and spicy food. More info here, El Santo.

Nirvana Tribute 

The Rock Pub will be bringing a Nirvana Tribute Show to their new location, and they're being importing this band to play in the US for the first time. Revisit the days of grunge at this Ari spot. Tickets here, The Rock Pub.

Roagna Wine Dinner

Enoteca will be arranging Roagna Wine Dinner, featuring Barbaresco Cru wines, including three wines that embody the essence of the Langhe region. More info here, Enoteca.

Opening: Small’s Daeng Daeng Room

You know smalls for its music, its cocktails, and cool design, and now they’re opening up a new second floor lounge to give this classic spot even more space. Find free flow white wine and special cocktails from 8-10pm. More info here, Smalls.

Friday

Industrial Music Night 

Tyr Ruin, a veteran of the LA goth-industrial underground scene of the '90s LA club scene, will be playing at Arcadia this weekend. Turn up the voltage with grinding beats and distorted synths. More info here, Arcadia Barcade.

Pizza Week Asia Edition

Massilia is gathering Asia's 50 top pizza chefs from Thailand, Philippines, and Australia for a one-time dinner. It's all about Italian food and hosted by one of the city's biggest names in pizza. More info here, Massilia.

Soft Opening Chit Hole Silom

Chit Hole will be opening a new location in Silom this Friday following their riverside spot and their more recent space in Ekkamai. Chit Beer is one of the pioneers in Bangkok brewing, so this is a can't miss for beer lovers. More info here, Chit Hole Silom.

Cross Culture Weekend

Experience a Vietnamese culinary showcase by Chef Peter Cuong Franklin, the talent behind the Michelin-starred Anan Saigon, and other pop-up like an exhibition from the artist Tran Quang Dai, fashion brand Oceana London, and cocktails from Vietnamese mixologists. More info here, The House on Sathorn

Saturday

You Gotta Fight For Your Right To Party

Martin Nilsson resurrected Jam from the Covid bin and turned it into one of the city's best live music venues. Now, Jam is changing hands once again, but not before one final hurrah this Saturday. Free entry, Jam.

Malader

Wildbeef BKK will be taking over the Mala wine bar kitchen for two nights, serving flavorful Isaan dishes and their signature beef dishes. More info here, Mala.

MBK Sound of Society

On Saturday, one of Bangkok’s most well-known malls turns up the volume. Check out the Sound of Society charity concert featuring 11 underground bands from 2pm-9pm, including Hopeless Band, Lastfight for Finish, Born From Pain, Speech Odd, and more. More info here, MBK.

Cultural Experience Through Food

GU Space and Burmese Vegan are hosting a cultural experience event together in Tea Leaf Salad workshop in old town Bangkok where you will learn the recipe and also have a salad kit to make your own at home. B500, Gu Space.

Saturday School 

Get a seat by the stage by the door if you want to be close to the action at Fatty’s for the next Saturday School event, featuring the talents of Old School Dave, DJ Chonly, Bankaisounds, and more. Free entry, Fatty's Bar & Diner.

Sunday

TA - KON Vol. 1

Decommune is at it again this weekend, this time with a wild mix of punk, pop, rock, and metal with local bands—like Someone Said, F.Leo, and The AA—tearing up the stage all Sunday. Tickets here, Decommune.

The Music of John Coltrane

No one does it like Coltrane. Sunday features a tribute to one of the biggest names in modern music, John Coltrane, in one of the best spots in Bangkok for jazz. Free entry, Foojohn.

Buga Sundays

If you’ve got one more clubbing night in you, head over to Bafros. Every Sunday they keep the party going, and this week they’re featuring DJ MasterD and MC Chris Muze starting at 10pm. More info here, Bafros.

Cantina Sunday Brunch 

So, you were up partying all night on Soi 11—typical. Well, if you’re intent on staying in the same place for your Sunday eats, Cantina has their brunch every Sunday featuring a live DJ along with all-you-can-eat pizza and Italian food and you can wash it down with some free flow. Book here, Cantina.

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