You're in for a jam-packed weekend! Throw shapes with a wild night of dancing to hip-hop, techno, R&B, or indie; head over to So Bangkok for a Thanksgiving feast; get into arts and crafts at the Bask Project; start your Christmas shopping early at the Danish Christmas Market; or have a wander around the Awakening light and digital arts festival.
Thursday, Nov 23rd
(BK Magazine x Central Embassy)
Central Embassy is the gift that keeps on giving, and from Nov. 22-Jan. 7, the lifestyle destination at the heart of Bangkok is bringing joy to one and all with its end-of-year festival “Let’s Celebrate 2024: The Greatest Gift of All.” Snap a family photo in front of the gigantic Christmas tree in Santa's bag, and then head on up to Levels 2-6 to check out the gifts market with over 100 participating brands and countless fun activities. Treasure the gift of cherished moments together at Central Embassy. Free entry, Central Embassy
Inspired by Jay-Z’s iconic anthem “Clique”, Supernova has partnered with Sway to bring you a night of hip-hop, rap, and RnB. With an impressive lineup of DJs like DJ Nat, Ehkay, Mike Blue, and more. Dress your best and head over for a night of throwbacks.
Free entry, Sway
You know them for their cheese and pool parties, but this Thursday you can expect roast turkey, prime ribs, sweet potato and ginger cream soup, and more. Finish off with classic American pumpkin and pecan pie.
Tickets are B1,500 here, So Bangkok
Meet over 10 plant-based shop vendors, participate in workshop activities, and network with fellow plant-based enthusiasts. Be sure to visit each booth and collect all sustainable stamps to receive exclusive prizes.
More info here, Alt. Eatery
Friday, Nov 24th
He has won two Red Bull 3Style championships, so be ready to dance with the renowned Bomber Selecta, a DJ and producer. His unique blend of funk, soul, hip-hop, and R&B will be heard when he takes the decks.
More info here, Fuchsia
An evening devoted to indie rock. Thai musicians playing hits by The Strokes, Think, Last Dinosaur, The Killers, and Two Door Cinema Club.
Tickets are B350 here and B550 at the door, Decommune
ID check is a collaboration of DJs coming together to bring you a different experience from your usual DJ performance: extremely time-limited DJ sets. At ID Check, DJs jump on and play 3-5 tracks each, then onto the next. This brings a dynamic experience of genres and styles. Free entry, Blaq Lyte Air
Victoria by Cocotte is collaborating with Siam Lanna and will be serving you a battery of refreshing drinks and small bites like cold cuts, cheeses, and seafood canapes.
Book here, Victoria By Cocotte Emquartier
Saturday, Nov 25th
The Very Festival will take place this weekend in the Ballroom Hall of the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center. The opening day of the event will feature performances by British indie pop darlings Prep, K-pop indie pair 92914, and Korean-Canadian R&B composer Slchld. On day two, Nothing But Thieves, Joji, and American singer Charlie Burg will perform. Tickets here, Queen Sirikit National Convention Center
Don't miss the well-known Beijing indie band Wasted Laika Sucks, who will be backed by Bangkok's Sukid458 Sound, an acoustic guitarist. Tickets are B300 or B400 at the door. DM for tickets here, Noise House
Want to get into the Christmas spirit? Why not try out some Christmas-themed ceramic painting at the bask project.
DM to book here, Bask Project
The wildly famous Fuckup Night is heading to Bangkok's Public House this Saturday. The worldwide event series has speakers from many industries sharing their personal failure experiences with an audience.
Tickets here, Public House
Prepare for Bangkok's largest monthly techno pool party, featuring a massive roster of foreign DJs, like Fox Littlebeat from Russia, Drexel JR from the Philippines, and Eleven Times from Germany. Tournaments for water volleyball and beer pong will also take place.
Ticket here, Holiday Inn
Come play your favorite games, like rock band, guitar hero, taiko drums, and more. And a new, entertaining party game. There are also retro systems and new systems battling against lameness. Free entry, Jam
Enjoy endless dancing to Britney Spears tunes, 00s pop, 90s trance, and the totally not-annoying banger from “Crazy Frog”. Rally your friends, grab a bargain bucket, and come dressed in your best beachwear.
Tickets here, Escape, Emquartier
Sunday, Nov 26th
Bangkok's biggest light and digital arts event is finally here and runs until 3rd Dec. The theme of this year's event is "Time Passage," which emphasizes the importance of Thailand's historic streets. This will showcase the artworks of professional artists, amateur enthusiasts, college students, and local talent.
More info here, Phra Nakhon
To mark the end of the month-long Stoke pop-up, Pamela ‘Pam’ Yung will take over the Chenin building for a night dedicated to wood-fired pizza. Yung opened Semilla, a Michelin-starred Brooklyn restaurant, in 2014 after working as a pastry chef at Roberta's Pizza. Walk-ins only, à la carte. Chenin
Danish Church Thailand and Danish Women's Network are happy to announce the return of the Danish Christmas Bazaar, featuring Santa Claus, Christmas activities, traditional Danish Christmas cuisine, and food vendors from all over Thailand. Gaysorn Urban Resort
Gir, a Thonglor rooftop bar with cave-like décor and a cosmopolitan atmosphere, has designed a line of drinks inspired by global cities. This is no cheat menu with Moscow mules and Singapore slings; they're striving for something different, and certain allusions may confuse less-traveled drinkers. Gir
Thailand's Recycling Chain welcomes you to a unique swap party and soft opening of the Bangkok Recycling Chain sustainability and creative space, where our swaps become a thrift store to support recycling and circular economy teaching. Come for appetizers, drinks, and music. Tickets are B300 at the door, Punnawithi 48.