The best things to do in Phuket this weekend (July 23-26)

Not to be confused with jackin’ house and acid-rave DJ Loner, Thailand-based Lonner spins afro house and techno with a melodic edge. Young he may be, but B2B sets and tuneful techno tracks such as ‘Kupala’ – co-released with Doanro on Solomun’s DIYNAMIC label – have already earned him attention. He’s currently hopping between Bangkok and Phuket, bringing his signature deep grooves to both island and city dancefloors. His sweet spot is a highly danceable 120-130 BPM, so expect a late-night session of upbeat energy and euphoric bangers.

July 25. B300. Lonner at Café del Mar Phuket. 10pm-late

We get it: dating apps put a huge pool of potential matches in your pocket. But finding love is hardly pie in the sky. Run by Tanchanok Pongpanich, Meet Me Offline is a relatively new dating series for singles and anyone looking to make new friends. Under the motto ‘meet, connect, spark’, the speed-dating event pairs one-on-one chats with a relaxed atmosphere at Wembley Tavern, a hidden tavern-style bar and hangout in Phuket Town. Tired of swiping? Try the thrill of genuine, face-to-face conversation instead. You can share laughs and meet eight to 15 singles over an evening of mini-games, good vibes and quick connections.

July 25. B890. Meet Me Offline Speed Dating, Wembley Tavern. 5pm-8pm

Looking for an antidote to our fast-paced, screen-heavy world? Aptly named, Live in Whale Flow combines aquarium-side yoga with ocean sound therapy at Su Va Na Phuket, the underwater restaurant named the World’s Best Underwater Restaurant 2024 and Asia’s Best Luxury Unique Experience 2025. As if a massive tank filled with sand tiger sharks gliding past with a monk-like calm weren’t enough, the dining room becomes a wellness haven for one immersive morning. Yoga and breathwork begin at 9.25am against a 3.5-million-litre saltwater tank, with a glass tunnel overhead, followed by singing bowls, time to mingle and – with the Premium Package (B3,999) – a wellness brunch.

July 25. From B1,299. Live in Whale Flow – Ocean Sound Therapy, B1 Floor Central Floresta, Su Va Na Phuket. 8am-10.40am

For a laid-back but no less memorable night out, Phuket School of Music hosts John O’Conor as part of its 2026 International Piano Series. The internationally acclaimed pianist has performed with leading orchestras in concert halls around the world and is especially known for his deft interpretations of Beethoven. John Nolan of Dublin’s National Concert Hall once likened O’Conor to a god stepping down from Olympus to grace audiences with his presence. Yet for one of the piano world’s most distinguished artists, the hardest part of his music degree was apparently the academic work. An eternal optimist as well as a master musician, O’Conor offers Phuket audiences a rare chance to hear him up close.

July 24. B2,200. John O’Conor Piano Recital – an Evening with a Master Pianist, Recital Studio, Phuket School of Music. 7pm-8pm

Picture a brightly glowing moon and that glint of light on a spherical lamp – then imagine creating it yourself. Moonlight Serenity, the latest Paint & Connect experience by Wasted Art, turns a round lampshade into a glowing artwork you can take home. No experience is needed: Phuket-based acrylic artist MINTE_PALETTE guides you through the process. Blimey, you don’t even need to worry about making a mess. Acrylic paint can be wiped away once dry, so mistakes simply become a chance to try again. With mellow tunes and cocktails adding to the mood, the workshop lets you turn a blank lamp into something dreamy – or  or whatever else takes your fancy.

July 25. B350. Paint & Connect: Moonlight Serenity Lamp Painting, Mrs B Bar & Table (B-Side). 4.30pm-6.30pm

Into spirits? The drinkable kind? Head to The Distillery Phuket for an insider look at how Chalong Bay Rum and other small-batch tipples are made, from raw sugarcane to snifter cup. This is no backstreet operation – this is a proper guided tour through the working distillery, with stops for tasting along the way. Sure, you can sip Chalong Bay at many bars along the beach, but sampling yet-to-be-bottled rums, gins and vodkas while learning the basics behind distilling and cocktail-making adds new ‘depth’ to the glass. Plenty of swirling and sipping happens here, and maybe a few ‘just one more’ moments to be found as well. 

 Daily. B1,290. The Distillery Phuket. 11am-10pm

Ladies, Thursdays in Bang Tao just got a little more glamorous. Dolly’s Night at Maya Beach Club is your weekly excuse to lean into refined beachside energy with a night dedicated to feminine vibes. Start off at sunset, with deep-house rhythms and an ultra-glam dress-code to match Phuket’s beautiful golden hour. By 7pm, things shift to smooth sophistication with DJ Marcella curating a soundtrack and a troupe of pink-cladded acrobats who take you from dinner to dancefloor in one fell swoop. If you’re skipping the food, get there before 9pm to make the most of free-flow Prosecco and catch up with those already a bottle or two deep. 

Every Thursday. Free for women, B1,000 for men. Maya Beach Club. 7pm-late