Thursday, Sep 20

LIVE MUSIC: And So I Watch You From Afar

The Northern Irish post-rock band perform uplifting tracks from their recent album, The Endless Shimmering. With support from Wednesday and The Young Wolf.

Sep 20, 8pm. NOMA, 21/66 RCA Block C. B600-800.

LIVE MUSIC: Kall Asia present - Junggigo Live in Bangkok

The South Korean singer hits Bangkok with his R&B hits like "Bye Bye Bye," "Blind," "Nobody Knows Anything" and "Some" (with SISTAR's Soyou).

Sep 20, 8pm. Helix Garden, 5/F, The Emquartier, Sukhumvit Rd. B1,590 on Ticketmelon.

NIGHTLIFE: Electrix Brownie

A night of EDM and future sounds from DJs Ketchupboyz, Secret Weapon, Bamboo, H3NRI x 19Tyger, OG Smith and EN2. Head there before 11pm for a free brownie.

Sep 20, 9pm. Violett, The Third Place Building, Thonglor Soi 10, 095-393-8858. Free entry.

FAIR: AKI-GU-CHI at King Power

King Power collaborates with Embassy of Japan in Thailand and Japan Foundation to host a festival dedicated to Japanese traditional performances and products, along with live appearances from celebrities and bands.

Sep 20, 4pm. Fountain Square, King Power Rangnam, Rangnam Rd., 02-677-8888.

ART: Still Moving Exhibition

Artist Boonkasem Kowsanti captures ways of life and stories along the Andaman coast through impressionist portraits and landscape paintings.

Sep 20-Oct 16, 10am. Artery Gallery Bangkok, Silom Soi 21, 02-233-6957.
 

Friday, Sep 21

COMEDY: Stephen Carlin

The Scottish comedian is the latest act to visit Bangkok thanks to Singapore-based live comedy outfit Magic Rock. A long-time standout from the Edinburgh Fringe (the UK’s Glastonbury for comedians), Carlin’s acerbic, dour and precisely crafted act has won praise from the likes of standup legend Stewart Lee, who personally selected Carlin for an appearance on his BBC show, and has described the comic as “really brilliant.”

Sep 21, 8pm. Westin Grande Sukhumvit, 259 Sukhumvit Rd. B500-1,200 at www.ticketflap.com/stephencarlin-bkk18

SPORT: TRIIB City Obstacle

Run laps through a 320-meter neon laser jungle with 11 obstacles, accompanied by the electro playlists of 15 DJs, for a chance to win prizes. More details on www.c55events.com and www.runlah.com.

Sep 21-23, 10am. CentralWorld. B2,400 for group of 5/B600-900 for solo. Register on RUNLAH.

NIGHTLIFE: OPEN WATER with Dualshark

The Japanese DJ duo, known for appearances at Storm Music Festival, take the stage.

Sep 21, 7pm. Beans, Sukhumvit Soi 63, 02 711 6564. B300 on Eventpop.

NIGHTLIFE: Kanong KRUNG

DJs Daokanong, Santisuk and Lazy Husband wind back the clock with a selection of Thai music from the '70s-'90s

Sep 21, 9pm. Studio Lam, Sukhumvit Soi 51, 02-261-6661. Free.

NIGHTLIFE: VIBE Soundsystem

Bass-heavy sounds with the VIBE Soundsystem. Entry includes access to silent disco.

Sep 21, 9pm. 12 x 12. Soi Tararom 2, 094-260-4713. B200.

NIGHTLIFE: SAKE + SOUND Vol. 7

Japanese sake master Yoppy Suzuki teams up with party organizers 52Hz Bangkok and Giant Swing for a night full of sake and diverse music.

Sep 21, 7pm. Nowhere, 6/F, THA City Loft Hotel, Ekkamai Soi 6, 099-394-4417. B300 with 1 sake.

NIGHTLIFE: Bambii

Toronto's underground DJ spins a mix of classic R&B, dancehall and house.

Sep 21, 9pm. BEAM, 1/F, 72 Courtyard, Sukhumvit Soi 55 (Thonglor), 02-392-7750. B300. 

COMEDY: Stand-up Comedy Open Mic!

One of the key figures of the Cambodian comedy scene, Stevo Joslin, takes the stage, along with Hawaiian comic Billy Sherman, and Bangkok's veteran comics and newcomers.

Sep 21, 8.30pm. Comedy Club Bangkok, Sukhumvit Soi 33/1. B250 on comedyclubbangkok.com / B7400 on entry with a special drink.

Saturday, Sep 22

SPORT: Riverside Plaza Bangkok: Charity Bike Rally

To mark Car-Free Day, a 30-kilometer charity bike rally promising amazing views of Chao Phraya River. The event is supported by the Riverside Plaza Bangkok, with proceeds will be donated to a disability-inclusive shelter in Prapadaeng district.

Sep 22, 6am. Start from the Riverside Plaza Bangkok to Bang Krachao. Apply at Riverside Plaza Bangkok. B99 for registeration fee.

NIGHTLIFE: Raise the Lantern under the Moonlight at Lhong 1919

Celebrate moon cake festival and hang a Chinese lantern amid Teochew-style old buildings. There will be mooncake workshops along with mooncakes from renowned brands like Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Peninsula Hotel, Banyan Tree Hotel, Vanilla Industry, S&P, Gokjai Restaurant and many more.

Sep 22-24, 4pm. Lhong 1919, Chiangmai Rd., 095-595-4661.

NIGHTLIFE: StarRo back in Bangkok

The newly launched Khaosan bar Susie Q and promoter Blaq Lyte present Japanese-born electro producer StarRo.

Sep 22, 9pm. Susie Q, Khaosan Rd., 098-253-9356. B200 on Ticketmelon.

ART: Weekend Stage: Exhibition by Soopakorn Srisakul

As part of Bangkok Biennial 2018, architectural photographer Soopakorn Srisakul showcases his wildly varying collection of photography taking in both his work life and his everyday life with his transgender girlfriend. The opening party will feature sets from DJs Tada (PITI PARTY) and Tep (ZASSODO).

Sep 22-Oct 21, 7pm. Jam, Charoen Rat Soi 1, 089-889-8059. Free. 

NIGHTLIFE: PUT YOUR MASK on

Australian trap duo Crayda Boyz are joined by Ling of King, Lil Ice, NiceCNX and Mastermind.

Sep 22, 7pm. Beans, Sukhumvit Soi 63 (Ekkamai), 02-711-6564. B300 on Eventpop.

NIGHTLIFE: Modulate x James Kelley

Dalas-hailing undergound DJ James Kelly takes the dance floor in Thailand for very first time with his minimal and techno sounds, supported by local artists ≠ asymmetric, Hexer and Mae Happyair.

Sep 22, 10pm. CUBE Nightclub, Silom Plaza, Silom Rd., 095-252-8301. Free before 11pm/B200 afterward with a drink.  

ART: Venus of Orientalia

Thanwa Huangsmut's paintings and drawings present a "godess of the East," drawing on the artist's belief that the power of women is more than just physical appearance.  

Sep 22, 6pm, S.A.C. Subhashok The Arts Centre, Soi Phrom Chit, Sukhumvit Soi 39, 02-662-0299.

NIGHTLIFE: No Future Party

Dave Kendall, former host of MTV's 120 Minutes, and Khaosod English’s Todd Ruiz spin an adrenaline-pumping selection of classic punk rock.

Sep 22, 9pm. F. Orange, 1112/4 Sukhumvit Soi Plus 1, 081-874-6123. Free.

Sunday, Sep 23

LIVE MUSIC: D A N Live in Bangkok

The electronic indie-pop band from Japan performs live with support from local talent Summer Dress.

Sep 23, 7pm. Play Yard by Studio Bar, Ladprao Soi 8. B500 on Ticketmelon/B600 on entry.

NIGHTLIFE: CHO WHY Four Year Anniversary

Soi Nana's multi-disciplinary art space celebrates four years by showing off a newly painted rooftop courtesy of Souled Out Studios, a Chinatown-inspired photo exhibition by Spanish photographer David Terrazas and music by neighboring 23 Bar & Gallery and Belano Kuti. Also expect paella from chef Jacobo Astray, of Ekkamai's Broken Eggs, and Pabst Blue Ribbon at B120 a tallboy.

Sep 23, 2-10pm. Cho Why, 17 Soi Nana, Charoenkrung Rd.

NIGHTLIFE: Party For A Good Cause

This dance party in support of Help Thai, a family-run charity helping children from the poorest parts of Thailand, will feature music from Pauli the PSM and Khalil, supported by DeLorean and DJ Kade.

Sep 23, 9pm. De Commune, 1/F, Liberty Plaza, Sukhumvit Soi 55 (Thonglor), 088-419-7380. B300 on Ticketmelon.

FILM: Oneday x Doc Club: Faces Places

A screening of the acclaimed documentaty in which director Agnes Varda and photographer and muralist JR journey through rural France and form an unlikely bond.

Sep 23, 6pm. Oneday l Pause and Forward, Sukhumvit Soi 26, 02-108-8855. B150 on entry includes drink, snack and postcard.

Ongoing

ART: Nazareno Biondo Sculptures Exhibition

Italian artist Nazareno Biondo’s Carrara marble sculptures of a Fiat 500 car, bundles of dollars and a Vespa motor scooter symbolize his country's post-war economic boom and today's consumerist society.

Through Sep 30. L/F, Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC), 939 Rama 1 Rd. Free.

ART: Speaking Abstract by Jean-Paul Decroix

French-Belgium abstract expressionist Jean-Paul Decroix describes his work as past snapshots that remind you of what you used to feel and what you have lost. 

Through Oct 14, 11am. Chin’s Gallery, Arden Rama 3, Yannawa Rd., 086-371-6009. Free. 

ART: Better Being Art Week - Week 2

This joint exhibition includes installation art from Singaporean artist Rachel Tan and Aeicha from Thailand, along with fashion from Pete Kuan's Journey.

Through Sep 21, 10am. Park Avenue Home Office, Sukhumvit Soi 63 (Ekkamai), 02-391-8316. Free. 

ART: Made in Berlin - Exhibition, Pop up art market

Check out original artworks and designs from seven artists helping to redefine Berlin's art scene, Bora Hong, Dave the Chimp, Dirk Verschure, Daan Botlek, Johan Potma, Marga van den Meydenberg and Niels Kalk. 

Through Sep 26, 10am. Siam Dicovery, Rama 1 Rd. Free. 

ART: Many Rivers

Photographer Bruce Gundersen explores the cultural legends and myths of Southeast Asia. 

Through Oct 27. Kathmandu Photo Gallery, 87 Pan Rd. Free.

ART: Secrets Art Exhibition

An erotic art exhibition from Thai female artists Praew Perry and Aticha Lik that touches on taboos in Thailand in a fun and witty way.

Through Sep 30, 6pm. Whiteline, Silom Soi 8. Free.