The ultimate guide to what to do in Bangkok this weekend.

See also: 25 events you don't want to miss in Bangkok this November


Thu, Nov 2

Theater: Bangkok Notes

The opening performance art of Bangkok Theatre Festival explores the interconnectedness of war and art at Drama Arts Chula. Grab tickets at www.BangkokTheatreFestival.com.
 
Nov 2-11. Chulalongkorn University, 254 Phaya Thai Rd., 02-215-0871/-3. B600
 

Chang Chui’s Night Market

The new creative complex's market promises a variety of vintage stuff ranging from collectables to clothes.
 
Nov 2. Chang Chui, 460/8 Sirindhorn Rd.
 

Fri, Nov 3

Nightlife: Moreno

The German DJ spins techno and house.
 
Nov 3. Whiteline, Silom Soi 8, 087-061-1117. Free
 

Retox Sessions Presents Radioslave

Matt Edwards, the British experimental DJ who performs under the guises Quiet Village and Radioslave, is supported by Superstar Panda. Entrance fee TBA.
 
Nov 3. Glow, 96/4-5 Sukhumvit Soi 23. 086-614-3355. MRT Sukhumvit
 

Art: Unfolding Kafka

Exploring the works of German surrealist writer Franz Kafka, this art festival presents contemporary art pieces ranging from physical movement theater to sculpture and visual art to address topics including animalism, gender, identity and bodies. For tickets and schedule details visit www.unfoldingkafkafestival.com. Prices vary for individual shows.
 
Nov 3-22. Bangkok CityCity Gallery, 13/3 Sathorn Soi 1, 083-087-2725. B1,650 for the festival pass.
 

Theater: Sleepwalkers

FullFat Theatre’s physical performance as part of Bangkok Theatre Festival examines the unconsciouss and conscious states of mind. Grab tickets at bit.ly/2zjlTBk.
 
Nov 3-5. Yelo House, 20/2 Kasemsan Kasern San Soi 1. B450. BTS National Stadium
 

Gig: The Rocket Whale Live at Nongtaprachan

The post-hardcore/alternative rock band promote their new single.  
 
Nov 3. Chang Chui, 460/8 Sirindhorn Rd. Free
 

Market: The Great Outdoor Market

Shop a variety of fashionable and artsy items at this popular market which returns a new venue by Chao Phraya River bank.
 
Nov 3-5. Lhong 1919, 248 Chiang Mai Rd., 081-994-4597
 

Special Screenings: Steve Jobs: The Lost Interview

Watch a 72-minute interview with one of tech’s greatest influencers, Steve Jobs, in which the former Apple savior discusses how to improve technology for future generations. Tickets available at bit.ly/2gcwQ2S.
 
Nov 3. The Hive, 46/9 Sukhumvit Soi 49, 02 662 6062. B150 includes beer and popcorn.
 

Sat, Nov 4

Nightlife: Escape 56 BKK Feat. Roman Flügel

The German underground techno DJ takes over the table for Escape 56's first pop-up party in Bangkok.
 
Nov 4. Viva Ekamai, Praditmanutham Rd., 094-287-8623. B800.
 

Gigs: Beam Wong And Friends Live at Nong Taprachan

The Bangkok-based band performs its experimental indie-rock.
 
Nov 4. Chang Chui, 460/8 Sirindhorn Rd. Free
 

Experimental War #04: The Art Of Noise

A showcase of noise makers with a lineup that includes Galo Duran (Mexico), SKRAW (USA), Thom Aj Madson (Thailand) and GAMNAD737 (Thailand).
 
Nov 4. Jam, 41 Charoen Rat Soi 1, 089-889-8059. B200.
 

Nü Wave

Sean Nicholas Savage, Molly Nilsson and Better Person bring you a night of their underground, synth pop sounds accompanied by local groups City Plant, Ramintra, and Rock Shreller.
 
Nov 4. The Overstay, Charan Sanit Wong Soi 80-82, 02-883-4836. B200.
 

Theater: Factory

As part of the Digest Pls exhibition, this dance performance by Kwin Bhichitkul illustrates the working process of the small intestine.
 
Nov 4-5. Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC), 939 Rama 1 Rd., 02-214-6630-8. B300. BTS National Stadium
 

Market: Farmers’ Market at Habito

Shop organic and handcraft products from local artisans and suppliers.
 
Nov 4-5. Habito, 45/19 Sukhumvit Soi 77.
 

Sun, Nov 5

Special Screening: The 400 Blows

A screening of Francois Truffaut's classic 1959 coming-of-age film, attended by star actor Jean-Pierre Leaud.
 
Nov 5. Alliance Francaise de Bangkok, 179 Wireless Rd. B120/B60.
 

Sport: Empire Tower We Run 2017

Empire Tower and Virgin Active offer 4, 10 and 21km distances along Sathorn Road, aiming to attract 4,000 runners. Registration closed.
 
Nov 5. Empire Tower, 195 Sathorn Rd., 02-670-2000. B400-550. BTS Chong Nonsi

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