What’s on Bangkok: Best Things to See, Do, Eat, Drink on Dec. 19-25, 2023 

Ahh, another week is upon us, and you’re looking for cool things to get up to in Bangkok! We’ve saved you the hassle with The Beat Bangkok’s rundown of the best places to hit up and things to do right now—from blink-and-you'll-miss-it pop-up sights and new restaurant openings to the hottest activities that you shouldn’t miss. 

To keep your finger on the pulse of the city, follow The Beat Bangkok to see what’s best in store for the week ahead.  

1. Open Air Cinema Club: The Grinch

Cinephiles, Christmas is definitely just around the corner! Whether you love Christmas or feel lukewarm about it, the screening of the classic Christmas film "The Grinch" is the best way to welcome the festive season. Head to The Hive Thonglor on Thursday with your friends and enjoy a chill movie night on the rooftop, complete with a soda and snack. Tickets are available here.

When: 6 PM-9 PM, Dec. 21

Where: The Hive Thonglor, Piman 49, 46/9 Sukhum Vit 49, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana

How much: THB200 (general admission), Free (Hive members)

2. Christmas Eve Poolside Gala

Brace yourselves, Christmas events abound this week! For a fun Christmas Eve dinner with the whole family, check out Mexicano Restaurante's extraordinary poolside gala, which has pulled out all the stops to give you the best celebration. We're talking about an international and Mexican food buffet with unlimited drinks, live stations, and turkey carving, along with entertainment like a magician, piñatas, and a live band. Get your tickets here.

When: 7 PM-10:30 PM, Dec. 24

Where: Mexicano Restaurante Autentico, Rembrandt Hotel & Suites, 19 Sukhumvit 18, Kloytoey

How much: THB1,700 (per adult)

3. Christmas Eve Dinner at Grand Mercure

Grand Mercure Bangkok Atrium is also hosting an indulgent feast on Christmas Eve and it's definitely one for the books. Experience this festive dinner in Public Restaurant and eat to your heart's content, thanks to the buffet's mouthwatering spread. The international buffet includes various stations, including a seafood station, sushi and sashimi station, cheese fondue station, barbecue station, nam prick station, pasta station, dessert station, and so much more. Book the dinner here.

When: 6 PM-10 PM, Dec. 24

Where: Public Restaurant, Grand Mercure Bangkok Atrium, 1880 New Petchaburi Road

How much: THB1,290 (full price), THB1,045 (members)

4. Christmas Eve Dinner at Skyline

Skyline, nestled in Avani + Riverside Bangkok Hotel, promises a Christmas Eve dinner comprised only of elevated fare. Think a la carte specials like Wagyu beef cheek with black truffle, free-range chicken roulade with cranberry sauce, Hokkaido scallops with risotto tartufo, and seafood chowder. There will also be a slew of stations, from a Japanese live station, raw live station, and barbecue station to a live pasta station, and yam yam spicy salad station. Make your reservations here. To view the menu, go here.

When: 6 PM-10:30 PM, Dec. 24

Where: Skyline, Avani + Riverside Bangkok Hotel, 257 Charoen Nakhon Road

How much: Starts at THB2,500 (per person)

5. Celebrate the Joy of Christmas at the Banyan Tree Bangkok

Five-star hotel Banyan Tree Bangkok has a slew of festive dining experiences in store for you on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, so color yourself lucky! Choose among Vertigo's five-course Christmas Eve dinner and Christmas Day dinner, Romsai's Christmas Eve dinner buffet and Christmas Day brunch, and Saffron Cruise's four-course Christmas dinner. For prices and more details, go here. You may also call +66 (0) 2679 1200 or email [email protected].

When: 6:30 PM-10 PM, Dec. 24 / 12 PM-3 PM, Dec. 25

Where: Banyan Tree Bangkok, 21/100 South Sathorn Road, Sathorn

How much: Starts at THB2,240

6. Enchanted Wonders at Shangri-La Bangkok

Join Mr. Nutcracker and his penguin crew at Shangri-La Bangkok as they introduce you to manifold feasts this Christmas season. On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, experience indulgent and sumptuous brunches and dinners at NEXT2 Café and Volti Tuscan Grill & Bar which come in a wide range of cuisines. To make sure you don't miss out on these enchanted wonders, book your reservations by emailing [email protected] or calling (66 2) 236 9952.

When: Dec. 24-25

Where: Shangri-La Bangkok, 89 Soi Wat Suan Plu, New Road

How much: Starts at THB2,800

7. Christmas 2023 at Hemingway's

For the writerly bunch, ringing in Christmas at restaurant and bistro Hemingway is a sure treat. The establishment pays homage to the novelist Ernest Hemingway and his colourful life, from the places he lived and travelled to the food and drinks he loved. This season, Hemingway's offers one-, two-, and three-course Christmas meals, including a free-flow beverage package for two hours. To book, you may email [email protected] or call 02 653 3900.

When: Dec. 24-25

Where: Hemingway's Bangkok, 23 Soi Sukhumvit 11, Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana

How much: Starts at THB795

8. Christmas at The Londoner

The Londoner Brew Pub has likewise pulled out all the stops to give you and your family the merriest (and most delicious) Christmas! Rally your loved ones on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day and check out The Londoner's four-course menu, which includes a choice among four mains: a turkey roulade, Wagyu tenderloin, salmon en croute, or vegan nut roast. All the main dishes are accompanied with glazed carrots, roasted potatoes, bacon-wrapped sausages, Brussels sprouts, mince pies, and Christmas pudding. To book, email [email protected].

When: Dec. 24-25

Where: The Londoner Brew Pub, 1178 Phatthanakan Road

How much: THB1,895

9. Christmas Dining Promos at Chatrium Grand

Five-star hotel Chatrium Grand also has exciting dining promotions in its two restaurants this Yuletide season. If you're hankering for a French-Mediterranean six-course dining experience, head to Casia for its Christmas Eve and Christmas Day lunch and dinner. Meanwhile, for an indulgent lunch and buffet featuring caviar, Christmas goose, Wagyu beef, and lobster, among others, make a beeline for Savio!

When: 12 PM-10 PM, Dec. 24 / 12 PM-2:30 PM, Dec. 25

Where: Chatrium Grand Bangkok, 728 Phetchaburi Road, Thanon Phetchaburi Ratchathewi

How much: Prices vary

10. Christmas Celebration a la Mediterranean Cuisine

XII Mediterranean has curated a special menu just for the festive season, promising all-time Christmas favourites with a Mediterranean twist! For the three-course menu, guests have the choice to choose individual dishes, such as pan-seared Hokkaido scallops or Italian burrata with aged ham for appetiser. For the main course, choose between Italian-spiced Christmas ham or marinated roasted turkey. Cap your indulgent meal off with Christmas sticky toffee pudding for dessert! Book a table here.

When: Dec. 24-26

Where: XII Mediterranean, 142/40-41 Sathon Soi 12, Silom

How much: Starts at THB1,790

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