Best things to do in Bangkok this weekend (March 16-19)

Photo: The Black Lips
Photo: The Black Lips

There’s a long list of happenings going down tonight through Sunday, so take a gander below.

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Thursday

Live at Speakerbox

Five bands take to the Speakerbox stage (which has a new projector). Go to hear Kosum Boy, Daynim, Animal Flower, Viktor Machanik, Fabao Funker. THB200, Speakerbox.

Women in Tech

Visit The House on Sathorn for eight speakers discussing the subject of women in tech. It’s a night to celebrate women and their achievements in the industry and build a better, more equal future. Tickets here, The House on Sathorn.

St. Patrick’s Comedy Show and Drinking Game

Put on some green and your least offensive Irish accent for a night of yuks and drinking games at Delaney’s in Patpong, hosted by the great Lauren Giovinco. THB400 / THB500 at the door, Delaney’s.

Friday

All-You-Can-Eat Thai Cheese

Get ready for 20 different types of Thai cheese at a buffet by Vivin Grocery alongside homemade cold cuts, bread, jam, chutney, and more. Wine is not included in the price, but it’s St. Patrick’s Day, so go for it. THB995, Vivin Grocery – Cafe and Bistro Asok.

Futureproof Our World

Look for new duds at the Bangkok Recycling Chain. There’s a clothing swap, plastic upcycling workshop with Precious Plastic Bangkok, communal art, and eco-friendly products. Inquiries at bkkrecyclingchain@gmail.com, Ecotopia Siam Discovery.

Saints of Paris Launch Party & Photo Exhibition

The Nonchalant Nights Event at Verde – Cafe and Restaurant features a night of art, tunes, and food for a photo exhibition, clothing brand launch, and live DJs. Look for the “Saints Of Paris” brand’s “Me En Paix” Collection 001 and a photo exhibition from Pirate Samuel, Model Society Asia, and BKK Collective. THB200 with one drink, Verde Cafe and Restaurant.

Live at Jam

It will be a wild night at Jam as five bands take the stage, including Sur De Near, Galaga, Viped, The Gate Opener, and BK Magazine favorite Bangsue Electrix—all starting at 8pm. THB300, Jam.

Vinyl Month at Public House

The vinyl party continues at Public House this weekend, a vinyl fair that has been going on every Friday. This weekend it’s down to Record Record with DJ No playing hip-hop and R&B collections. Free entry, Public House.

St. Patrick’s Day at The Deck

Wearing green gets you a free drink at The Deck on St. Patrick’s Day. Look for green beer and good food at one of our favorite spots to drink al fresco in Phrom Phong. Free entry, The Deck.

Beer Pong Contest

Win prizes at a game you haven’t played since college at the beer pong contest at Calm. Get a liter of beer when you sign up with your friends; may the best drunk win. THB1,000 entry, CALM Bar and Guignette.

Bryan Adams So Happy It Hurts Tour

Run free to Royal Paragon Hall to see Canadian Bryan Adams sing straight from the heart. Party like it’s the summer of ‘69. Tickets here, Royal Paragon Hall.

Saturday

Onra at The Standard

Head to one of Bangkok’s most famous addresses for Onra & Friends at Sky Beach, featuring live performances by Onra and Isaac Aesili and tunes by Sonnie Amerie and Nanziee — starting at 9pm and going late. Book here, Sky Beach.

Mad Stash Westin Pool Party

Every weekend in Bangkok is contractually obligated to throw a pool party that Bangkok’s young and beautiful absolutely must attend; this week, it’s at the Westin Grande Sukhumvit. Go for tunes from four DJs, table service, and happy hour. Book here, Westin Grande Sukhumvit.

HYHBKK Live! with Black Lips

One of our favorite spots for live, original music this weekend is going big with garage punk from Black Lips with Have You Heard and space rock from Dara Rasmi starting at 7:30pm. Tickets here, De Commune.

Benjakitti Sound Tour

Need to chill from your weekend of partying? Join up to explore the sounds of Benjakitti park with Lab 5 Soundworks starting at 5pm. More info here, Benjakitti Park.

The Art of Drinking Masterclass

Join a cocktail master class with The St. Regis Bar Manager Volkan Ibil starting at 6pm alongside nibbles and the bar’s signature Violet Hour Martini, and there are cocktail stations for you to learn how to make your own ‘South Came to East.” THB788, St. Regis Bangkok.

Sunday

Junior the Pocket Bar takes over The Bar at The House on Sathorn

The Bar at The House on Sathorn brings Hazel and Nabiel from Junior The Pocket Bar (No. 98 on Asia’s 50 Best Bars) to mix drinks at this favorite cocktail spot in Sathorn starting at 7pm. Reservations at 02-344-4025, The Bar at The House on Sathorn

El Willy takes over Cocotte

For two days, diners can expect a French and Spanish fusion from El Willy at Cocotte starting at 11am. Chef Willy Trullas Moreno’s legendary dishes have been quick to win plaudits around the city, including distinction from BK’s Top Tables 2022. Tickets here, Cocotte.

ARC: “Napoleon Dynamite”

“Are you guys having a killer time?” Join Arcadia Barcade in Phra Khanong for a look at the 2004 comedy that has been imitated and parodied ad infinitum, a weird coming of age story that defined a generation. Free entry, Arcadia Barcade.



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