Now that you're here, allow us to show you our selection of ten best things to do in Bangkok this weekend. The city has got everything from blow-out parties to chill music in the park sessions, but don't you forget to check out Bangkok City Hall's outdoor cinema fair that's set to start today!
Relive the good old days through the screening of classic flicks at the outdoor cinema fair.
Starting this July 7, Bangkok City Hall's outdoor cinema will jumpstart at City Hall square (Lan Khon Meaung) and True Digital Park with the screening of all-time favorite movies like Bangkok Traffic (Love) Story (2009). Call up your friends and let's go relive the good old charm of cinema
Various venues / Date: July 7-31 (every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday) / Free Entry / Read more here.
Raise a glass in celebration of the grand opening of this new American gangster-themed bar.
Bangkok has always been a great city for the drinking scene, and this weekend will not disappoint any bar-hoppers. Abandoned Mansion, a new 1930s Prohibition-era-inspired bar, will celebrate its launch by offering drinkers with fresh choices and excitement, from a creative haute-cocktail den to a delightful tapas menu. Finish the evening with exclusive live performances by Thai jazz vocalists.
Venue: The Coach Hotel Sukhumvit 14 / Date: July 7-9 (17:00 onwards) / Read more here.
Tune into the an incredibly fun night with electronic bangers.
Mustache Bangkok will draw a party-loving crowd to the energetic night with special DJ sets by Alex Fischer, DoutingThomas (live), and Jules Blons, all of whom will mix beats spanning from down-tempo to trip hop, breakbeat, jazz, and ambient.
Venue: Mustache Bangkok / Date: July 9 (21:00 onwards) / B400 (including one drink) / Read more here.
Explore the city’s glamor at this multi-venue cultural festival.
Cultural District Bangkok 2022 is set to return this July will return on July 9 with the theme “Arts in the Hotel” where fifteen hotel areas will be transformed into unique art spaces to display the inspiring masterpieces. Also, expect a series of exhilarating activities to enjoy such as talk shows, workshops, and concerts.
Various venues / Date: July 9-15 / Free Entry / Read more here.
Become loco for choco at this craft chocolate festival.
All chocoholics, unite! Central Embassy is hosting Thailand Craft Chocolate Festival 2022, a fan-favorite fair packed with cocoa-focused products as well as special talks and chocolate-focused workshops.
Venue: Open House, Central Embassy / Date: July 6-10 / Read more here.
Snag your favorite Y novels at this upcoming Boys Love book event.
Thailand’s Boys Love empire has continued to evolve, and this time a new Y-content application Yaomic is throwing a three-day event, Y Book Fair 5, where all bibliophiles can explore a big array of Y novels and cartoon books.
Venue: MBK Center, 6th floor / Date: July 8-10 (10:00-20:00) / Free Entry / Read more here.
Take in heartfelt tunes at this ultimate orchestra experience.
Thailand Cultural Center welcomes the Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra, a group that features renowned members of the orchestra industry such as a German soloist Stephen Dohr, for this Saturday edition of the soulful musical performance Stefan Dohr plays Strauss Horn Concerto No. 2 conducted by maestro Hikotaro Yazaki.
Venue: Thailand Cultural Center, Main Hall / Date: July 9 (19:30 onwards) / Start from B400 / Read more here.
Spend a chilled Sunday at this event featuring concerts, culture, and croissants.
This family-friendly event Mozart with Croissants will hit all the right notes for a relaxing Sunday morning in a lovely garden with an hour of classical music by the Pro Musica Trio, and a delicious snack area providing coffee, croissants, and sandwiches.
Venue: Neilson Hays Library / Date: July 10 (09:30-10:30) / B900 / Read more here.
Dance the epic night away at this music event.
After a two-year hiatus, the holy land of sacred-themed music festival Ayawoka is back on July 8-9 with a full-on production, featuring international artists and DJs such as Skazi, Eliminate, Lny Tnz, and many more.
Venue: Show DC Live Hall, main hall / Date: July 8-9 (16:30 onwards) / From B1,790/ Read more here.
Elevate your picnic affair to the sky-high level at this Saturday gathering
This feel-good event Bluegrass Picnic on the Roof offers a break from reality with a perfect combo for a perfect picnic evening – chilled acoustic playlists and the city’s golden sunset vista. Be sure to fill your basket with treats before heading to this Saturday evening event.
Venue: True Digital Park, 6th floor / Date: July 9 (16:30-20:00) / Free Entry / Read more here.
