There are always exciting events happening every week in the city. Make sure you’re in the know of hot events, and things to do in Bangkok with our weekly round-up. Here’s what to do in Bangkok this 24-30December 2024.
It’s beginning to look at lot like Christmas, and there are plenty of dining options in town for exactly that occasion. Still, there’s a whole lot of ways to celebrate the festive season. We have guest shifts, themed nights, big parties, and even an anniversary neighbourhood party. One last rodeo for 2024? We know all the things to do in Bangkok this week.
[Hero and featured image credit: Lily Fu’s]
Things to do in Bangkok: 24-30 December 2024
‘Friends of Friends’ winter market at Lloyd’s Club
24-25 December, 2pm onwards
The holiday season is all about the sense of community. Grab some company and pop by at Lloyd’s Club’s flea market for food vendors, stalls to shop for goodies, live music, DJs, and boozy drinks, because it’s 5pm somewhere. Entry is free of charge, and the venue is pet-friendly.
You can find more information at Lloyd’s Club.
Fahbeer Suchada of Lost in Thaislation and Jun Chulapat of House of Suntory Thailand guest shift at 2463 Speakeasy
25 December, 9pm onwards
It’s a Christmas celebration done in style — Lost in Thaislation’s owner-bartender Fahbeer Suchada will be teaming up with Jun Chulapat, brand ambassador of House of Suntory Thailand, for a guest shift. Hosting them while offering his own creations will be Noom Nitisak, head bartender of 2463 Speakeasy. We know the bar seats will be on fire for that night, so book early.
You can find more information at 2463 Speakeasy.
Traditional molam party at Lily Fu’s
25 December, 8pm onwards
Lily Fu’s is celebrating Christmas in one of the best ways possible: with the lively sounds of molam. It’s what Jesus would’ve wanted for his birthday, anyway. DJ Kanu will be behind the station spinning Thai beats from the Isaan region, while guests are invited to dress in their funkiest attire, order the som tam and meat platter for the full experience, and keep the funk alive all night long together.
You can find more information at Lily Fu’s.
Squid Game-themed party at Revolucion Cocktail Bangkok
27 December, 7pm onwards
Red light, green light; if they catch you moving, you might get shots. So, in a way, we’re all winners. Revolucion Cocktail Bangkok is throwing a party themed around our favourite Korean survival series Squid Game. They’re promising a lot of activities, tricks, games, and more, provided you can keep yourself alive till dawn. Happy hours are still on until 9pm as per usual.
You can find more information at Revolucion Cocktail Bangkok.
‘Over The Rainbow T-Dance’ party with Amadiva, Srimala, and Amora at Taco Hachi
28 December, 5.30pm onwards
Come for the food, stay for the shows. New rooftop restaurant Taco Hachi fuses Mexican and Japanese cuisines together, and now, they’re onto their first big event. Drag queens Amadiva, Srimala, and Amora will be putting on shows at 8pm, 9pm, and 10pm, with Dj Tannix taking the stage in between. They’re also promising many more surprises for guests joining the event.
You can find more information at Taco Hachi.
Find the Photo Booth’s neighbourhood anniversary party with guest bartenders, drag shows, and many more
29 December, 8pm onwards
Find the Photo Booth opened its doors to the public after coming to Banthat Thong road exactly one year ago. For their first anniversary party, they’re celebrating it big alongside many big names of Bangkok’s bar industry, including Vesper’s Tom Hearn, Opium’s Matteo Cadeddu, Firefly’s Dicky Hartono, Tropic City’s Phillip Stefanescu, and G.O.D’s Niks Anuman and Attapon De-Silva, alongside their co-founders Neung Ronnaporn and Nick Wu. There will also be drag shows to keep you on your feet, and the good live music the bar is known for.
You can find more information at Find the Photo Booth.
Festive afternoon tea at Dusit Thani Bangkok
Until 31 December
The new festive afternoon tea at Dusit Thani Bangkok presents the joy of the holiday season packed into one experience, all to enjoy while basking in the beautiful view of the hotel’s nine-storey waterfall and Thai art installations adorning the walls. Highlights include traditional Stollen, Christmas ham with Gruyère cheese and honey mustard sandwich, and pâté en croûte with pork, duck, foie gras, truffle, and pistachio.
You can find more information at Dusit Thani Bangkok.
Enjoy soul-soothing Mediterranean-Turkish with Fat Lamb’s newly overhauled menu and venue
From now onwards, 6-9.30pm (closed on Mondays)
Fat Lamb is unveiling a new chapter with an overhauled menu, with brand new dishes added and older ones Marie-Kondo’d, because many dishes became such favourites among regular it’s impossible to take them out. Highlights include pulled lamb kebab and chicken shashlik three-way served with Uzbek plov, lamb Shorpo soup, and ‘Sultan’s Mixed Mezes’ to share. With new interiors and lighting added, Chef Yakup of Fat Lamb says he envisions the overhaul to focus on serving a more luxury experience with prices that won’t break the bank.
You can find more information at Fat Lamb.
Embark on a culinary journey, literally, with the new Okura Cruise
From now onwards, 7.15-10.15pm
The Okura Prestige Bangkok now has their own cruise, offering guests a dining experience floating along the Chao Phraya river. There are two choices of dining to partake in: a seasonal kaiseki made with fresh ingredients, or teppanyaki where you can get up close and personal as the chefs prepare the dishes. The three-hour journey will pass through various landmarks, including Wat Pho, Rama VIII, and more, making the cruise a great experience for both intimate night-outs or simply a grand time with friends and family.
You can find more information at Okura Cruise.
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Vichayuth Chantan
Digital Writer, Drinks and Dining
Writer by day, skinny legend by night, "Kook" Vichayuth works closely with Bangkok's F&B industry. His hobbies include bar-hopping, catching up with friends, and silently judging you from across the room.
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