What’s on BKK: Best Things to See, Do, Eat, Drink on July 13-19, 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. Teatro alla Cantina

Buongiorno, music connoisseurs and gourmands! This one’s for you. Every Thursday, Ari’s Italian Kitchen will be hosting a live opera in honour of the rich musical heritage of Italy. It features talented opera singers who will perform classical hits and medleys. Be sure to reserve a seat and contact 02 038 5114.

When: 8 PM-10 PM, July 13 

Where: Cantina Italian Kitchen, 142 Rama VI Soi 30, Samsen Nai

How much: N/A

2. ‘Kids Inspiration’ Reading Activity

With the hopes of fostering a reading culture among children in the kingdom, The National Library of Thailand will be holding a reading promotion activity. The topic is about “bright school year with beautiful keychain,” which is open to all kids via live broadcast on Facebook.

When: 10 AM-12 PM, July 13

Where: Online

How much: Free

3. All You Can Eat Neo Thai Cuisine

Do you and your friends enjoy strolling in Chinatown? Good news! You can splurge on delicious Neo-Thai Chinese fusion food for less than THB600. This buffet deal includes sizzling grilled dishes and refreshing salads. You can eat as much as you can for 1.5 hours!

If you book in advance, you can get a special discount of THB499 per person and a free parking at the I’m Chinatown shopping centre for four hours. You may reserve a table here. For more information, you may contact +66 (0) 2220 8999 or email [email protected].

When: 12 PM-3 PM, July 13 

Where: JAM JAM Eatery & Bar, 531 Charoen Krung Road, Pom Prap, Pom Prap Sattru Phai

How much: THB555 per person

4. Guilty Ultimate Feast

We’re not counting calories this Friday as the Guilty Ultimate Feast invites all foodies to Bangkok. This festival will treat your taste buds with mouthwatering cuisines from lunch all the way through dinner. 

This Friday, you are in for an exciting gourmet adventure showcasing chef Carlos' Latin American cuisines with a twist. On the menu, you will find seafood-rich Peruvian cuisine with Nikkei influences, spicy Mexican cuisine, and meaty Brazilian cuisine. 

Lunch is served every weekday from 12 PM-2:30 PM. Be sure to come hungry and book a reservation here.

When: 12 PM-2:30 PM, July 14 

Where: Guilty Bangkok, Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel, 155 Ratchadamri Road, Lumphini, Pathum Wan

How much: N/A

5. ‘Genshin Symphony’ Concert in Thailand

If you're a “Genshin Impact” player, you might want to skip the game this weekend, so you should not miss the first-ever “Genshin Impact’s” physical concert! The Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra will immerse gamers into the open world of the action role-playing game through music.

The concert will highlight different soundtracks from the game such as “A Day in Mondstadt,” “Letter from Ajax,” and “Shirasagi Princess,” to name a few. Tickets are still available via Eventpop.

When: 4 PM-6 PM, July 15-16 

Where: Prince Mahidol Hall, Mahidol University, 999 Phuttamonthon 4 Road, Salaya, Nakhon Pathom

How much: THB1,200-THB3,050

6. Bark & Booze: Where Pets Rule the Brunch Scene!

Fur parents, here’s your chance to take your fur babies out for brunch! Bark & Booze will be offering an a la carte brunch menu for you and a free flow package for your furry pals.

This brunch event is sponsored by the illustrious Tito's vodka brand, and as a guest, you will get the opportunity to sample the brand's tantalising beverages while watching your pets make new friends. You can find the menu here.

When: 11 AM-3 PM, July 15 

Where: The Deck Bangkok, Sukhumvit Soi 20, Khlong Toei

How much: Free admission

7. Uncorked Wine 101

Level up your wine skills at this reoccurring session hosted by Cloud Wine. This event is open to all kinds of wine drinkers (20 years old and up) and is designed to expand your knowledge about six different wines with the help of certified sommeliers and wine educators.

As of writing, tickets to the event were already sold out. For more information, you may contact theCOMMONs via email [email protected] or Line @thecommonsbkk.

When: 3:30 PM-5 PM, July 15 

Where: theCOMMONS Kitchen & Bar, 3rd Floor, 335 Sukhumvit Road, Thong Lo 17 Alley, Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana

How much: THB1,350

8. Bambini Villa’s 4th Anniversary - Family Fun Fair

As a way of saying “thank you,” Bambini Villa will celebrate its 4th anniversary through a family fair, complete with games, special shows, face painting, and creative workshops.

A bouncy castle, rock climbing wall, carousel, and a Choo Choo train are all available for THB80 per game. There will also be a kids' showcase featuring young talents from Moves By Bellchinadolls, Playsound Bambini Villa, and the Heart Attack Band, among others.

Activities at the family fun fair are suitable for kids aged four and up, while children below four years old require parental supervision. To register, go here.

When: 10 AM-6 PM, July 15-16

Where: Bambini Villa Project, Sukhumvit 26

How much: Free admission; prices may vary depending on activities

9. ‘Under the Moon’ Workshop

“Under the Moon” is an art expression workshop organised by The Creative Art Space and River City Bangkok. This event is about getting to know oneself, finding love through travel, and understanding love, as well as the feelings of first love, happiness, suffering, and nostalgia through art. You may register via this link.

When: 2 PM-5 PM, July 16 

Where: RCB Forum, 2nd Floor, River City Bangkok, 23 Trok Rongnamkhaeng, Si Phraya Pier, Yota Road, Sampantawong

How much: THB2,900

10. Beyond Roblox Game Development Competition 2023

Does your kid love to play online gaming platform Roblox? This video game is popular among kids because it gives them the freedom to imagine, plan, and build their own communities.

Kids are in for a real game as the Beyond Roblox Game Development Competition 2023 is here! Participants need to design a multiplayer game for the competition using Roblox Studio and toolbox to code their own things to win.

To join, children must be nine to 13 years old and have basic Roblox game development knowledge. To learn more about the competition’s judging criteria and FAQs, go here.

When: 5 PM, Until July 31 

Where: Beyond Code Academy, 924 Block 28 Project, 2nd Floor, Room No. B202-203, Building B, Soi Chula 7, Wang Mai, Pathum Wan

How much: Free registration

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