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10 best things to do in Bangkok this weekend (July 22-24)

Have fun like there’s no tomorrow with our list of weekend’s musts that include everything from food events to mini concerts.

Sound of the Soul
Tanisorn Vongsoontorn / Time Out Bangkok
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Here's the round-up of things to do in the city from the book fair and food tasting events to the can’t-miss outdoor cinema fair and more. So make sure to enjoy all these fab activities we’ve selected for you!

Wander in the immersive world of art at this tarot-themed exhibition.

Got an hour or two to spare? Bask in art at this debut solo exhibition Story of My Mind by emerging artist Puntita “Bow” Meeboonsabai who dives into the world of surrealism by portraying an adventurous story of a girl in a red cloak exploring the world of the Tarot’s Major Arcana cards.

Venue: River City Bangkok, Galleria 1 (2nd floor) / Date: July 22 - August 28 (11:00-20:00) / Free Entry / Read more here.

Story of My Mind
River City Bangkok

 

Celebrate the life and legacy of the American rock icon at this event.

The Rock Pub will host a special tribute concert, Somewhere I Belong: A Tribute to Linkin Park and Friends, in honor of frontman Chester Bennington and the legendary band. The performance lineup includes four Thai rock bands: Outro, Silly Machine, If You Say So, and Puppets, who will be performing Linkin Park’s greatest hits.

Venue:  The Rock Pub / Date: July 22 (18:30 onwards) / Starts from B400 / Read more here.

Somewhere I Belong: A Tribute to Linkin Park and Friends
The Rock Pub - Bangkok's House Of Rock

 

Get a glimpse of Tom of Finland’s art at this erotic exhibition.

Casual menswear brand Leisure Projects has collaborated with the Tom of Finland Foundation for an exhibition at Central: The Original Store titled The Sailor. The showcase sees a special collection of garments by the brand and also a series of portraits by Oat Montien.

Venue: Central: The Original Store / Date: Until August 24 / Free Entry / Read more here.

Leisure Projects X Tom of Finland
Leisure Projects X Tom of Finland

 

Learn how to make your own kimchi at this welcoming Sunday cooking class.

Fans’ craze for the tangy and crunchy fermented Korean cabbage has never faded away, so let’s take it up a notch with this workshop, North & South Korean Kimchi, by Chef Jan Jomchayaa who will demonstrate the proper technique of making the absolute best kimchi.

Venue: Joyrukclub Thailand / Date: July 24 (11:00-16:00) / B3,000 / Read more here.

North & South Korean Kimchi by Chef Jan Jomchayaa
North & South Korean Kimchi by Chef Jan Jomchayaa/Joyruckclub Thailand

 

Relish your Saturday with the salt-cured roe delicacy at this exquisite food tasting event.

Nothing says luxury quite like a spoonful of caviar that sends folks into a delight. Live that high life at this luxurious Saturday food event, Prestige Tasting with PETROSSIAN Caviar, featuring an array of caviar-centric fare from the 102-year-old caviar brand Petrossian.

Venue: The Prestige Store Bangkok / Date: July 23 (11:00 onwards) / B500 / Read more here.

Caviar Corner by The Prestige Store
Caviar Corner by The Prestige Store

 

Reminisce your childhood with the beloved Disney playlist at this music event.

The artistry behind Disney cartoons will soon be highlighted in this upcoming musical gig at River City Bangkok. Titled Disney in the Classical Land, the event will captivate all audiences with the playlist of Disney soundtracks from much-loved animations such as Frozen and Lion King.

Venue: River City Bangkok Artery (1st floor) / Date: July 23 (16:00 onwards) / Free Entry / Read more here.

Disney in the Classical Land
RCB Music/River City Bangkok

 

Sip some lip-smacking tequila in celebration of the US's National Tequila Day at this Mexican restaurant.

Let's go out this Sunday to celebrate the US's National Tequila Day on July 24 at Bangkok's bustiling Mexican restaurant La Monita Taqueria. Treat yourself to the flavorful Mexican fare and have a sip of the eatery's lip-smacking tequila all day long.

Venue: La Monita Taqueria / Date: July 24 / Read more here.

La Monita Taqueria
Tanisorn Vongsoontorn/Time Out Bangkok

 

Drink your way through the weekend at this wine tasting event.

Care for a drink during happy hour? Wine not? Cork Wine Yenakart will host a scheduled tasting event, with a range in styles and price points. To taste their largely organic and biodynamic collections, stop by on Friday for their wine tasting series.

Venue: Cork Wine Yenakart / Date: July 22 (18:00-20:00) / Free Entry / Read more here.

Cork Wine Yenakart
Cork Wine Yenakart

 

Find your next best read while chugging down a cold pint of beer at this book event.

For the first time, Singha Complex (MRT Phetchaburi) will be hosting this cool event that combines the love for books and beer together under the concept of No Book I Cry, No Beer I Die. The quirky fair will see a massive array of book stalls from over 50 publishers, such as BROCCOLI , Gypzy Group, Salmon Books, Jamsai, Quan International.

Venue: Singha Complex (MRT Phetchaburi) / Date: July 22-31 (11:00-21:00) / Free Entry / Read more here.

Book & Beer 2022
Facebook: Book Festival

 

Watch a classic flick in the great outdoors at the city’s roving cinema fair.

This week’s outdoor cinema festival is still going strong with a fan-favorite list of Thai and international classics. On Friday, watch Thai horror film The Blue Hour (2015) and Japanese romantic drama Wheel of Fortune and Fantasy (2021) at Benjakitti Park, and make your Saturday evening special with two timeless Thai blockbusters—Dear Dakanda (2005) and Shutter (2004)—at Bang Khae Pirom Park.

Venue: Benjakitti Park and Bang Khae Pirom Park / Date: July 22-23 (19:00 onwards) / Free Entry / Read more here.

กรุงเทพกลางแปลง
Tanisorn Vongsoontorn / Time Out Bangkok

Also check out:

🎨 July's huge selection of ongoing art exhibitions

🎥 Upcoming Thai movies to hit cinemas

😋 New multi-course menus from Bangkok's most exciting fine-dining restaurants

🎵 Over 15 concerts and music festivals set for later this year

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