(Updated) BK’s 2024 guide to upcoming music festivals and concerts in Bangkok
Conan Grey, Dua Lipa, Rolling Loud, Maho Rasop, boy band No Time Rush reunion, and all the other festivals to get hyped for in 2024.
1 month ago
Island raves, festivals, international acts, wild concerts—who needs Taylor Swift? Bangkok live music is big. It’s time to start marking your calendars (and saving money) for the big festivals of the year. Watch this space for more acts as they are announced.
August
Eliza Rose - August 15
A UK underground club culture staple, Eliza Rose is coming to Bangkok to rock the stage with her performance at Blaq Lyte. Look for hits like her “B.O.T.A (Baddest Of Them All)” and other bangers like “Body Moving” and “Pleasure Peak.” Tickets here.
Summer Sonic Bangkok - August 24-25
Summer Sonic, the renowned Japanese music festival, is making its way to Bangkok for the first time. The festival will take place at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani for two days. We're certain that the Bangkok lineup will be just as spectacular as the ambitious lineup in Japan, which features headlining acts like Maneskin, Bring Me The Horizon, Aurora, One Republic, Bleachers, Madison Beer, and more. More info here.
Jessica Jung - August 31
Jessia Jung returns to Thailand after five years with her second solo concert, the “Diamond Dreams Concert Tour”. Known as the "Ice Princess" for her unique voice and stage presence, the concert will be held at Impact Exhibition Hall 5. Tickets here.
September
Conan Gray - September 3
Bangkok gets a big taste of Gen Z’s big crush on Conan Grey, hitting the capital with his “Found Heaven On Tour”. With the cool 80s pop genre elements and distinctive voice, the album received rave reviews from the likes of Billboard, RollingStone, UPROXX, and Vogue. Tickets here.
eaJ - September 6
You might know him as a former member of Day 6, the pop-rock band under JYP Entertainment, who has now been solo since 2022, gaining notoriety for the single “Car Crash.” More info here.
K-Drama Soundtrack in concert - 7-8 September
If you’re a die-hard fan of K-dramas, this one’s for you. Lido Connect present “K-Drama Soundtrack in Concert”, which will bring you heartwarming memories from popular K-drama series such as “Full House”, “Princess Hours”, “Descendants of the Sun”, “Crash Landing on You”, “Itaewon Class”, “Queen of Tears”, and more. Purchase tickets here.
Olivia Rodrigo - September 16
As part of her sophomore album “Guts” world tour, the “Driver’s License” teen pop rock sensation Olivia Rodrigo is finally pulling up at Bangkok on Sep 16, 2024. With chart-topping hits that range from heart-wrenching ballads like “Vampire” to teenage angst-addled bops like “Get Him Back!,” Rodrigo turned her overnight pandemic success into a breakout career. Tickets here.
Nile Rodgers & CHIC - September 17
This is the first Thailand outing for Nile Rodgers and Chic, bringing those special funky moves to UOB Live. Nile Rodgers is a legendary musician with Grammy wins for producing catchy tracks like “We Are Family” for Sister Sledge, “I'm Coming Out” for Diana Ross, “‘Let's Dance” for David Bowie, “Like A Virgin” for Madonna, and more for over half a century of music. More info here.
Aespa - September 28-29
Aespa, a K-pop four-piece girl group, is heading to Bangkok this September. Known for their futuristic “avatars,” which connect users in a virtual environment, Aespa garnered widespread fame for their tracks and music videos for “Black Mamba” and “Next Level.” Their music blends pop, electronica, and hip-hop. You know you're in for a jaw-dropping show with plenty of altered reality. More info here.
October
Lany - October 6
LANY, the “ILYSB” and “Mean It” hit makers, will be returning to Impact Challenger Hall, Muang Thong Thani, on October 6, 2024. Since its debut in 2014, LANY’s vocalist and guitarist Paul Jason Klein and drummer Jake Clifford Goss have performed in Thailand five times, missing only a couple of years due to Covid. At this rate, the band’s acronym for Los Angeles and New York should add BKK. Purchase tickets here.
Techmission / Transmission / Hardmission - October 11-13
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.
Big Time Rush - October 19
Before One Direction, there was Big Time Rush, an American pop music boy band that disbanded in 2014. They reunited in 2020 with the acoustic song “Worldwide” and continue to make music with their boy-band harmonies to this day—a little touch of nostalgia for the Millennials. Tickets here.
(G)I-DLE World Tour - October 19
The K-pop sensation (G)I-DLE lands in Bangkok for a one-night show this October. This sensational girl group has been turning out hits since 2018, and the band will be hitting Taipei before their debut Bangkok show. Tickets here.
Jorja Smith - October 27
November
Tate Mcrae - November 2
Tate Mcrae will take her “Think Later World Tour 2024” tour to Bangkok in November, promising an even bigger show this time. Tate’s second studio album debuted at No.4 on Billboard’s album chart and boasts more than 2.1 billion—that’s billion with a “B”—global streams. Purchase tickets here.
Bae Vibes - November 9
Bae Vibes will be back featuring musicians and DJs from Japan. This time, Bae Vibes presents Skaai, a new wave hip hop act from the Land of the Rising Sun, and the whole event represents a cross pollination of Japanese and Thai music. More info here.
Matt Maltese - November 10
Rolling Loud - November 22-24
Joining the likes of Asap Rocky, Wiz Khalifa, Ski Mask the Slump God and Tyla for Thailand’s 2024 Rolling Loud, the Atlanta-raised rapper Playboi Carti will be making an appearance as the headliner. This year, Rolling Loud repeats its venue in Legend Siam Pattaya and will span from November 22-24. Last year was the Miami festival’s first in Thailand, featuring the likes of Cardi B, Travis Scott, and Fat Joe. More info here.
Porter Robinson - Nov 24
The pop, electronic star Porter Robinson comes to Bangkok from No Cal for a one-night-show. The creative tunes include hits like "Sad Machine," "Shelter," and "Something Comforting." Tickets here.
Maho Rasop - November 23-24
Join Bangkok’s party elites at Maho Rasop, a two-dayer international music festival. They’ve already started teasing us about the lineup. And with an outstanding line-up of varied genres, up-and-coming local and international artists, and a Boiler Room last year that left fans excited for another year, we know it’s only going to get better. It's also among the greatest spots to hang out and dance with pals. More info here.
Dua Lipa - November 27
Maybe you know her from “Argylle” or as Mermaid Barbie, maybe you know her from hits like "Don't Start Now" and "Levitating"—whatever the reason, Dua Lipa will be hitting Bangkok as part of her “Radical Optimism” tour. This will be the British-Albanian star’s first concert in Bangkok and she’ll be playing at Impact Arena. Purchase tickets here.
December
Stray Kids - December 14
Get ready for a full performance from the eight members of Stray Kids, a K-Pop boy band that you can’t underestimate. Their song “Maniac” has reached up to 50 million views in just two weeks of release. More info here.
Wonderfruit - December 12-16
Only recently announcing their festival dates, Wonderfruit is, of course, returning for 2024. The festival debuted in 2014 and remains a must-attend event for music, festival, and art enthusiasts all over Southeast Asia. The four-day festival “The Burning Man of Asia,” features underground music from world-renowned DJs, up-and-coming artists, and local Thai bands. More info here.
808 Festival - TBA
Don't miss out on the 808 Festival, which is packed with electronic hits. Following performances by Marshmello, David Guetta, Timmy Trumpet, and others at last year's event, it is expected to return bigger and better than ever in 2024. Prepare for amazing laser displays and massive stage sets. More info here.
Neon Countdown - Dec 30-31
Yes, we’re already talking about New Year 2025. Last year's lineup included Sebastian Ingrosso, Axwell, DJ Snack, and Hardwell, so we know this year's list will include top heavyweights ready to send off 2024 in style. But in the meantime, get psyched for the fireworks displays and art installations.
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