What's on in Bangkok
Vibrant, cosmopolitan and intriguing, Bangkok is simply sensational. As the cultural and commercial centre, Thailand's fascinating capital presents both residents and visitors, young and old, with an everlasting curious palette of activities, events, parties and other happenings. From fabulous sales and spectacular stage productions to colourful temple fairs, sumptuous food festivals and bizarre art installations, something peculiar goes on every day. Let our calendar guide you to the highlights of Bangkok's exciting comings and goings.. |
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Khon' is a traditional Thai masked dance that will leave you mesmerized by the dancers' intricate movements and the spectacular costumes and set. Shows are held three times per week in a beautiful old theatre, commissioned by King Prajadhipok on the occasion of Bangkok's 150th anniversary in 1932... |
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See anything from traditional Thai dance,
music and contemporary adaptations of Hindu epics and
bizarre cabarets, to classic plays and modern dance. |
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Bangkok plays host to world-class performances, local and international. It could be a famous pianist or rock star, a soul diva or a boy band on tour… The city boasts several super-modern concert halls and arenas. |
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Many sales and promotions are held throughout the year where you can shop for bargains to your heart's content. |
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Cultural events are colourful , plentiful and the ideal opportunity to get a taste of Thailand's unique historical heritage. |
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Bangkok has an exhilarating art scene and many fine galleries where the work of well-known and emerging local, regional and international artists is exhibited. Every imaginable genre and medium is represented. |
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Thai handicrafts are famous worldwide for its uniqueness and fine craftsmanship. Some craft skills are ancient, like celadon pottery, lacquering and weaving techniques, and past on from one generating to the next. |
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Bangkok's traditional nightlife scene is notorious, but over the past few years many fabulous and trendy clubs and bars have given the city
a new sophisticated edge. |
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With so many world-class exhibition venues it's no wonder why Bangkok plays host to so many international and local trade fairs, exhibitions, conventions and other MICE events. Our business events calendar covers all the exhibition venues and events being hosted there for the whole year. |
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From Japanese cooking class to a ride on "La Roue de Paris", odds and ends that are too unique to fit under other categories are listed below. Another proof that Bangkok truly has something for everyone with every taste to enjoy! |
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