Nightlife BKK: Laz1 Farewell Party at Esplanade, 9 More Hot Events

Another weekend in Bangkok is upon us and this spells for a jam-packed schedule of happy hour and cocktail nights, fresh raves and club nights, and dinners and food pop-ups you must not miss. We save you the stress of planning your weekend with our rundown of the best nightlife events this weekend you cannot miss.

To keep your finger on the pulse of the city, follow The Beat Bangkok to see what’s best in store for nightlife and partying every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights.

1. Holi Festival Boat Party

Brighten up your weekend with a splash of colours at the Holi Festival Boat Party! Experience a colourful boat trip while listening to Bollywood music classics and enjoying a non-stop explosion of colours. Partygoers are encouraged to wear white clothes for a vibrant makeover.

Apart from music and dancing, there’s no shortage of Indian delicacies and cold drinks on board! The cruise may take about four and a half hours; it will depart at 6:30 PM and return at 11 PM. Attendees must check-in at or before 5:30 PM. 

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When: 5:30 PM-11 PM, March 10

Where: Bangkok Island, Charoen Krung (opposite Soi 57), Bangkok Dock Yanawa 

How much: THB500-THB12,000 via eventpop

2. EPIC Pool Party

Have you ever attended a pool party at a five-star hotel? If not, it's time for you to get down and groove!

Everyone is invited to the EPIC Pool Party at the Amari Watergate this weekend. Plus, ladies are in for a special treat, as those who arrive before 6 PM can enter the venue for free!

The event will include a number of the city's most talented DJs to play tech-house music, such as James Hype, Claptone, Cat Dealers, Meduza, Vintage Culture, Gorgon City, Camelphat, and more.

Tickets for the pre-sale will only be available until March 11 (3 PM). In case you miss it, you can still buy them at the venue. The event is strictly allowed for adults 20 years and older only. A valid ID or passport is required.

When: 4 PM-11 PM, March 11

Where: 8th Floor, Amari Watergate Bangkok, 847 Petchburi Road 

How much: THB390-THB650 via eventpop

3. PELUPO Festival 2023

Pattaya, dubbed the center of nightlife in Thailand and home to the first PELUPO Festival, can be reached in less than two hours from Bangkok.

There will be two stages – Pelupo and Veha – where you can watch your favourite artists perform live. This weekend party promises a night full of fun and revelry with performances from 14 international artists and DJs like Kings of Convenience, Phoenix, Summer Salt, Ezra Collective, AUTTA, Ginger Root, and Venn, to name a few.

When: 2 PM-3 AM, March 11-12

Where: Siam Country Club, Pattaya, 50 Moo 9, Pornprapa Road Pong, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 

How much: THB3,500-THB5,500 via ticketmelon

4. Mustache By The Pool at SO

Dubbed the hottest pool party for this month, Mustache By The Pool has been a mainstay of Thailand’s nightlife scene for the past eight years!

This weekend event will stage a pool party loaded with disco beats, fire shows, mesmerising dance performances, delicious drinks, and unlimited fun. Everyone is also welcome to join the after-party with Koh:Lab and Kasat Ka. For further details, click here.

When: 2 PM-9 PM, March 11

Where: The Water Club at SO/ Bangkok, 2 North Sathorn Road, Bangrak

How much: THB550-THB950 (inclusive of one drink); VIP Packages (THB12,300-THB23,000 nett)

5. Kid Ink at Illuzion Phuket

Award-winning American rapper and record producer from Los Angeles, Kid Ink, will show off his rapping skills for music lovers in Phuket. Some of his notable songs are “Fired Up,” “Show Me” feat. Chris Brown, “Be Real,” and “Main Chick” with Brown. Concertgoers must be at least 20 years old to enter the venue.

When: 9 PM, March 11

Where: Illuzion Phuket, 31 Thanon Bangla Amphoe Kathu

How much: THB400-THB1,400

6. Stand-Up Comedy: Peter Szumowski and Ari Matti

Nightlife in Bangkok also means having a good time at stand-up comedy shows. Estonian monster Ari Matti and Polish TV comedian Peter Szumowski are coming to Bangkok to bring in their unique brand of European humour with Thais and expats in the city.

Szumowski is a well-known stand-up comedian in Poland with more than 40,000 tickets sold on his last tour, while Matti has delighted audiences in the United Kingdom and Canada.

When: 8 PM, March 10

Where: The Comedy Club Bangkok, 595, Above The Royal Oak, 10 Soi Sukhumvit 33/1, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana 

How much: THB500-THB700 via Megatix

7. Disco Diaries

Calling all disco queens and kings! Bring out your flashiest accessories and dress in your most stylish party garb because this weekend is another Disco Diaries extravaganza.

You can dance under the stars as the event will be held on the 78th floor of Sky Beach Bar. Be sure to keep an eye out for the lineup of DJs, who will be the highlight of the celebration.

All tickets provide access to Sky Beach with one standard drink, while the Disco Diaries Package includes a table of four with one bottle of a premium spirit or mixer.

When: 8 PM-2 AM, March 11 (entry closes at 1 AM)

Where: Sky Beach, The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon, 114 Narathiwas Road, Silom, Bangrak 

How much: THB880-THB8,000 via Megatix

8. Laz1 Goodbye Party

Aside from bar and pool parties, our list of weekend events also includes a goodbye party for the Thai boy group LAZ1.

The quintet, consisting of Da Ou, Geler, Offroad, Diamond, and Pentor, made their official debut on April 7, 2022, along with the release of their digital single “Taste Me.” This year, the group will have a physical and virtual farewell party presented by Lazada. For those who will watch the livestream online, the code can be used on one device at a time.

When: 7 PM, March 11

Where: Muangthai Ratchadalai Theater, 99 Esplanade Shopping Center Ratchadaphisek Rd, Din Daeng; Live streaming via TTM LIVE 

How much: THB1,900-THB4,500 via Thai Ticket Major

9. Seoul Friends Charity Concert in Bangkok 2023

Here’s yet another exciting nightlife activity in Bangkok. Music artists known for their works on the official soundtracks of Korean TV shows will perform at the Seoul Friends Charity Concert.

These artists include Henry Lau (“It’s You” – “While You Were Sleeping”), Kim Feel (“Someday, The Boy” – “Itaewon Class”), and Punch (“Say Yes” – “Moonlovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo”), together with artist-producer Gen Neo.

The event will take place in a garden setting where audiences can enjoy the city’s light, cosy, and warm ambience. All proceeds from the charity concert will be donated to the Children's Orphanage of the Thai Red Cross Society.

When: 7 PM, March 12

Where: Chulalongkorn University Centenary Park, Soi Chulalongkorn 5, Wang Mai, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 

How much: THB2,000-THB5,000 via Thai Ticket Major

10. Bangkok Poetry Slam

They say the pen is mightier than the sword, but poets believe that the voice is more powerful than a split atom. This weekend event, presented by Bangkok Lyrical Lunacy, is dedicated to all the poets out there.

Each spoken-word artist will be given a three-minute time limit plus a 10-second grace period. Performers are not allowed to use props or costumes, music, or crowd participation. They will be judged based on their delivery, writing, and content. The winner of the poetry slam will take home THB1,000 in cash.

When: 7 PM, March 10

Where: Live Lounge BKK, 10/47 Trendy Building, Sukumvit Soi 13, Khlong Toei

How much: THB300 (for poets and spectators)

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