17 things to do in Bangkok this weekend (Aug 31-Sep 3)
Craft beer, tattoos, gangsters, guitars, pool parties, and more this weekend.
This weekend kicks off with a full moon for you to howl at as you dance, drink, eat, and play the blues away. August wasn’t very kind, so let’s send it out with a bang.
It’s a Full Moon Party at Octave Rooftop Lounge & Bar this Thursday with a sexy pajamas theme. The adults-only techno party kicks off at 7pm and goes to late. Tickets here, Octave Rootop Lounge and Bar
Join Bangkok’s big quiz every Thursday night at the Deck in Phrom Phong. Joining the quiz is free and this fashionable, tropical venue, and winners take home a B1,000 Deck voucher. Book here, The Deck
Mafia digs are optional for this event, featuring a whiskey and cigar pairing, along with music from DJ Macky Vely, Fiendish, and DJ Harshmelo. How often do you get to be gangster at a Korean grill spot? B200 including a free drink, Kim Jeong Grill
Happy drunken birthday to the hottest craft beer spot in Phrom Phong. Hair of the Dog’s spot in Phrom Phong will be wishing itself a happy seventh with gin and beer. Expect a guest bartender, special menu, teaser beers, and 30% discount on taps from 4-7pm. Free entry, Hair of the Dog (Phrom Phong)
From Friday to Sunday, there will be a plant-based festival at Samyan Mitrtown Hall featuring more than 80 brands for you veggies out there, complete with a market, workshops, and a bevy of eco-friendly products. Free entry, Samyan Mitrtown Hall
The 23rd annual Asia International Guitar Festival & Competition will kick off from Sep 1-3 at Avani Sukhumvit, featuring world class talent and a chance for Bangkok hopefuls to test their mettle against the best. The event—from the Thailand Guitar Society in association with Savarez Strings, the Faculty of Music, Silpakorn University, and Fai-Fah—will feature three days of guitar-focused festivities, competition, and learning on the classical guitar. More information here, Avani Sukhumvit
Speakerbox has been Thonglor’s hottest live music dive for quite some time now. The box will rock with The Chocolate Cosmos and MidnightRamblers starting at 7:30pm. B200, Speakerbox
With music from Lips Manly, the big green building on Sukhumvit Soi 31 gets taken over by Chit Beer this Saturday. But it’s not just the free flow beer; you can also sleep where you fall with the Beer-cation or take the whole crew for the Brewmaster Suite (B9,999). Tickets here, Public House
Pomona Island Brew Company will be taking over Mikkeller with seven craft beers on tap; there’s only one keg of each, so get there before it runs out. You’ll also find more than 20 different Pomona Island cans and bottles. Free entry, Mikkeller Bangkok
The leafy outdoor space at CALM will be putting the needle to patrons from 2-10pm with an artist from Maenam's Tattoo House. Register here, CALM Bar and Guignette
What’s not to love about Cholos? Head in for their excellent tacos and margs with your furry friend this weekend, where you can get buy-one-get-one margaritas and a free treat for your pet. Free entry, Cholos
Every weekend in Bangkok, there’s a pool party that needs your attention. This Saturday it’s at Am Bar, featuring four DJs, a percussionist, and drinks from 2-9pm. Tickets here, Am Bar
Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4 in F minor, Op. 36 (Fatum) and Symphony No. 6 in B minor, Op. 74 (Pathétique). Legendary Indian conductor Zubin Mehta works with the Symphony Orchestra of Maggio Musicale Fiorentino. Tickets here, Thailand Cultural Center
Head to Yogania Yoga Studio on Saturday afternoon for understanding and healing with Amandine Mas and Tanya Stockdale for guided learning, stress and anxiety management, and more along with snacks and surprises. Reserve here, Yogania Yoga Studio
Chefs Paolo Vitalettti and Chef “M” Thanwa Seesaed will be taking over Busted, the full-on food bus—not truck, bus—parked over at Topgolf Megacity’s Patio on Sep 3 from 5-11pm. The Green will be made to resemble a Topgolf putting green with a creamed broccoli base, pancettta, and mini mozzarella “bocconcini” bites to look like golf balls. Book here, Topgolf Megacity
Thanks to Rooftopia, Sunday is about bluegrass. This week, the crew will be heading to 12Plato Brewing in Bangna for a session from 6-8pm. Free entry, 12Plato Brewing
So, you’ve filled your body with every poison imaginable? A bit of yoga will sort you out. Head to Benchasiri Park this weekend for practice in breathing, mobility, pilates, and stretching. B250, Benchasiri Park
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