Nightlife Bangkok: EVNNE FAN-CONCERT [SQUAD:R] ASIA TOUR, Plus 9 Hot Events

Get ready to raise your flags and see every corner of Bangkok painted in every color of the rainbow this May 30 to June 30, 2025, for the Bangkok Pride Festival 2025! With this year’s theme, “The Celebration: Right to Love,” Bangkok Pride Festival 2025 is set to be a phenomenally vibrant celebration of diversity, equality, and inclusion. 

This month-long event is organized by a powerful partnership across different sectors, with the Siam Piwat Group collaborating with Bangkok Pride, Drag Bangkok, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), the Creative Industry and Soft Power Institute (CSPI), the Creative Economy Agency (CEA), and the United Nations in Thailand, together with more than 70 government agencies and private companies. 

Through this partnership, Bangkok is slated to become Asia’s Pride capital, further boosting the country’s tourism appeal and global position to bid for World Pride 2030. 

Bangkok Pride Festival 2025 – Celebrating the Right to Love in Glitz, Glamour, and Pride

Bangkok Pride Festival 2025 has five main events lined up for this year: 

May 30 to June 1, 2025: Bangkok Pride Forum 2025

This forum is a safe space for the exchange of knowledge, experience, and innovation. The forum covers six themes: Economy and Business, Medicine, Technology, Environment, Human Rights, and Education. 

The forum will be held from May 30 to June 1, 2025, across four venues: G Floor, Siam Center, 4/F, SCBX Next Tech, Siam Paragon, Hall 3, Lido Connect, and LG Floor Ampitheater, Siam Square One.  

Learn more about the forum here. 

May 30 to June 1, 2025: Drag Bangkok Festival 2025

A spectacular celebration of drag excellence, fierce performances, and wild parties will be presented at the Parc Paragon, Siam Paragon. The event will also feature ITNW’s powerhouse set and a flash mob tribute to a global icon!

May 31, 2025: Bangkok Pride Awards 2025

On May 31, 2025, Bangkok Pride will be holding its first “Bangkok Pride Awards 2025,” honoring those who uplift and bring lasting impact to the LGBTQIAN+ community in Thailand. 

People can start voting for their favorite content creators, actors, series/dramas, films, singers, drag stars, and more from May 1 to 25, 2025. You can cast your votes here.

The Awards Night will be held at the Siam Pavalai at Siam Paragon. 

June 1, 2025: Bangkok Pride Parade 2025 – Born This Way 

No Pride Month in any country is ever complete without their iconic pride parades — Bangkok included. 

On June 1, 2025, Bangkok’s biggest Pride celebration will be taking over Bangkok’s Pride District and Rama I Road for a colorful runway filled with love, unity, and self-expression! Under the theme “Born this Way,” the parade will be starting from the National Stadium, passing by Siam Discovery, Siam Center, Siam Paragon, and will be ending at the CentralwOrld Pride Stage. 

The parade will also feature a 200-meter-long Pride flag, with an expected number of more than 300,000 participants. You can register to join the parade here. 

June 27, 2025: Bangkok Pride Party

Slated to be the ultimate party for Thailand’s LGBTQIAN+ community, come join in the vibrant, high-energy celebration of the community! More details will be revealed soon. 

Also from May 30 to June 30, 2025, Siam Piwat’s iconic shopping centers – Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Siam Discovery, ICONSIAM, and ICS – will serve as the festival’s epicenters. You can read all about that here.

For more information, follow Bangkok Pride on Facebook, X (Formerly Twitter), and Instagram. You can check out their website here. 

Bangkok is about to be painted in every color of the rainbow for Pride Month. Siam Piwat Group, which is behind Siam Paragon, Siam Center, and ICONSIAM, is teaming up with Bangkok Pride and other key public and private sector partners to host the Bangkok Pride Festival 2025.

Under the banner The Celebration: Right to Love, Bangkok’s Pride Month promises to be an extraordinary month of celebration, advocacy, and creativity, set against the vibrant backdrop of the city’s iconic landmarks. 

 This festival will run from May 30 to June 30, 2025, with Siam Piwat’s flagship destinations — Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Siam Discovery, ICONSIAM, and ICS — becoming the heartbeat of the event.

The highlight of the festival is undoubtedly the Bangkok Pride Parade on June 1, which transforms Rama I Road become a vibrant runway of love, freedom, and unity. But the celebration doesn’t stop there. 

Throughout the month, visitors can explore a dazzling array of activities, including the “Siam Center Galaxy of Love” installation, a collaboration between Siam Center and Thai artist Poriin, offering a DIY experience that immerses you in the heart of Pride.

Siam Discovery will collaborate with leading fashion brands to unveil exclusive Pride-themed collections, while ICONSIAM and ICS will host interactive installations and performances. On June 6, look forward to a fan meet with the stars of the Y-series drama Khee Muen Fah. 

This year’s festival introduces the “Paint the City with MY PRIDE” campaign, which seeks to empower creative industries through inclusive branding and design. Over 10 major Thai brands will release limited-edition products as part of this initiative.

During Pride month, drag shows, concerts, and the massive POP MART unboxing event will further electrify the atmosphere. 

With over 300,000 people expected to take part in this year’s Parade, Bangkok is positioning itself as a leading global Pride destination, with eyes set on hosting World Pride 2030!

For more information, visit ONESIAM on their website, Instagram, Facebook, and X (Formerly Twitter).

The Thai entertainment industry and Thai films will be showcased at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival 2025 this May 15, 2025. 

The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) of the Ministry of Commerce, has organized “Thai Night” at the Cannes Film Festival 2025, which will highlight Thai films and the Thai entertainment industry. “Thai Night” also aims elevate the image of the Thai film industry worldwide and strengthen international networks. 

The opening ceremony of “Thai Night” was officiated by Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Barnavadi. 

Held annually for over 14 years since 2011, “Thai Night” has served as a key platform in highlighting the strength and influence of Thailand’s entertainment industry. It fosters collaboration between Thai entrepreneurs and international buyers and investors, helping promote long-term growth and sustainability in the sector. 

Most importantly, it is a valuable opportunity to present Thailand’s rich culture and soft power on a global stage. Additionally, the event features the “Thai Pavilion,” where representatives from Thailand’s film industry participated in business matching with global partners. The pavilion is located at Booth 22.01, Palais -1, at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès de Cannes, and is open from May 13 to 21, 2025. 

Another highlight of “Thai Night” is the presentation of Thai cuisine under the “Thai Select” certification, which guarantees the authenticity and quality of traditional Thai flavors. These dishes will be served at “Thai Night” as part of a reception for international guests, celebrating the unique identity of Thai food.

“The Thai film industry is growing rapidly, as reflected in its increasing production capabilities, entries into international film festivals, and rising interest from global markets,” said the Director-General of DITP, Ms. Sunata Kangvalkulkjj. “Thai Night serves as a platform to showcase the pride and quality of Thai films, and to propel Thailand’s soft power through the film industry. It presents the charm of Thai culture, creativity, and identity to a global audience, while opening doors for business networking with international partners to support the sustainable growth of Thailand’s film industry.” 

For more information, follow Thailand – Where Films Come Alive on Facebook. You may also follow the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) on Facebook and Instagram. 

For those with a passion for classical music, the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra (TSO) – one of Japan’s premier ensembles, is making a highly anticipated return to Thailand. 

On May 28 and 29, 2025, music lovers in Bangkok will be treated to two exceptional nights filled with virtuosic performances.

As part of the "Asia Project," a program backed by the Japan Art Council, it aims to celebrate varied cultural values and artistic heritage while enriching the musical scene throughout Asia.

The project first launched in Bangkok last year under the baton of renowned conductor Naoto Otomo, who will once again take the podium for these upcoming concerts.

The opening concert, Tokyo Symphony Orchestra Special Concert in Bangkok 2025, will take place on May 28, 2025 at 7 PM at the Thailand Cultural Centre.

Audiences can expect to hear some of the most cherished works in the classical repertoire, including Frédéric Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor and Modest Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition, arranged by Maurice Ravel. Leading the orchestra will be Naoto Otomo, joined by the brilliant pianist Tomoharu Ushida.

The following evening, May 29, 2025 at 7 PM, TSO will present an Anime and Theatre Music Concert at the same venue. 

This performance promises a delightful journey through iconic anime themes and theatrical pieces, including the sweeping melodies of Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, and the unforgettable Kiki’s Delivery Service. 

Musical actress Seiko Niizuma, a longtime Bangkok resident, will lend her voice to the performance, with Tomoharu Ushida providing piano accompaniment. Conducting the second concert will be Shimpei Sasaki.

For more information, visit Tokyo Symphony Orchestra on their website, Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly known as Twitter). 

Location: Thailand Cultural Centre, No. 14 TiamRuamMit Road, HuayKwang, HuayKwang, Bangkok

KAWS: Holiday is back and this time it's swinging by Bangkok, after having globetrotted across countries and cities such as Shanghai, Seoul, Japan, Switzerland, and even outer space!

From May 13 to 25, 2025, KAWS: Holiday will arrive in Thailand, presenting a new installation of KAWS' monumental Companion. Designed by artist Brian Donnelly (aka KAWS), this installation will take over the historic center of Bangkok, Sanam Luang, just steps away from the Grand Palace.

This isn’t just a giant art toy plopped into a park, it’s also a moment of reflection, located in one of the city's most culturally significant public spaces. Sanam Luang, traditionally used for royal cremations and national ceremonies.

The Companion installation towers an impressive 18 meters tall, sits on Earth and gently cradles the Moon, while a much smaller Companion is placed on its lap.  

The pose is tender and symbolic, representing the passing of knowledge, the continuity of tradition, and the ties that bind generations together.

This open-air installation is part of an ongoing collaboration between Hong Kong-based creative studio AllRightsReserved and Central Embassy, who first partnered in 2016 for KAWS BFF — an 8-meter-tall sculpture that drew crowds as early as 5 AM on opening day.

Additionally, an exclusive KAWS: Holiday Thailand collection will drop during the exhibition period, so expect limited-edition pieces and plenty of hype.

Run, don't walk to the grand opening, kicking off at 2 PM on May 13, 2025. Admission is completely free!

For more information, visit KAWS on their website or Instagram. 

Location: Sanam Luang, Ratchadamnoen Nai Road Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang Phra Nakhon Bangkok 10200

Date & Time: May 13 to 25, 2025 (Grand Opening on May 13, 2 PM)

Admission Fee: Free