Events, markets, festivals and talks in Bangkok and around Thailand, with dates, venues and prices. Updated every Thursday.https://www.thebangkokguide.org/https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#chang-chui-bcc-gallery-2026https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#chang-chui-bcc-gallery-2026A free show in its last days, open 11am to 7pm daily until Sunday 15 November. An easy hour for anyone who likes a gallery visit without a ticket queue. Bangkok CityCity Gallery (check the organiser page for transport). FreeThu, 15 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMTArtshttps://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#bangkok-art-biennale-2026https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#bangkok-art-biennale-2026Thailand's big contemporary art event opens on 29 October, spreading installations across temples, museums and malls for four months. Easy to dip into while sightseeing, and most of the art sits in places you'd visit anyway. Citywide incl. BACC (BTS National Stadium), Wat Pho (MRT Sanam Chai), Wat Arun, Museum Siam, One Bangkok. Check the organiser's pageWed, 28 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMTArtshttps://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#udon-thani-horticultural-expo-2026https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#udon-thani-horticultural-expo-2026A four-month international garden expo opening on 1 November, with themed gardens and pavilions laid out across a large wetland site. A relaxed, unhurried day out for garden lovers and anyone touring the northeast. Nong Daet Wetland, Mueang Udon Thani. Check the organiser's pageSat, 31 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMTFestivalhttps://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#bangkok-illumination-iconsiam-2026https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#bangkok-illumination-iconsiam-2026Light installations on the ICONSIAM riverfront from 4pm to 10pm daily, free to walk through. Go at dusk for the best of the glow and the river breeze, with a meal in the mall afterwards. ICONSIAM (BTS Charoen Nakhon). FreeSun, 01 Nov 2026 09:00:00 GMTFestivalhttps://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#khon-ramakien-sida-2026https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#khon-ramakien-sida-2026The annual khon season returns, staging Thailand's classical masked dance-drama with lavish costumes and sets. A highlight of the cultural year and a strong choice for visitors and long-stayers alike. Thailand Cultural Centre, Main Hall (MRT Thailand Cultural Centre). Check the organiser's pageWed, 04 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMTArtshttps://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#thailand-mobile-expo-2026https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#thailand-mobile-expo-2026The country's largest phone and gadget fair, now paired with an AI showcase, with launch deals from the major brands. Worth the trip if you're planning to upgrade a phone, tablet or laptop. IMPACT, Muang Thong Thani (Nonthaburi) – Challenger Halls 1-2. FreeThu, 05 Nov 2026 03:00:00 GMTMarkethttps://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#fcct-outsider-freud-screening-2026https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#fcct-outsider-freud-screening-2026A screening of an award-winning documentary on Sigmund Freud, followed by a Q&A with director Yair Qedar. A good pick for film and history lovers who enjoy a discussion afterwards. FCCT Clubhouse, Maneeya Center (BTS Chit Lom). 200 THB (free for FCCT members)Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMTTalkshttps://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#diwali-iconsiam-2026https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#diwali-iconsiam-2026Three nights of free riverside celebrations for Diwali, with fireworks over the Chao Phraya and Thai and Indian performances. Diwali Day itself is Sunday 8 November. A colourful, family-friendly evening. ICONSIAM (BTS Charoen Nakhon). FreeThu, 05 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMTFestivalhttps://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#pattaya-jazz-festival-2026https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#pattaya-jazz-festival-2026Two days of jazz by the sea on Friday 6 and Saturday 7 November. An easy weekend trip from Bangkok for music lovers who like their gigs outdoors. Pattaya (see the organiser page for the stage). Check the organiser's pageThu, 05 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMTMusichttps://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#babymonster-impact-arena-2026https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#babymonster-impact-arena-2026Two nights of K-pop from the girl group at IMPACT Arena on 7 and 8 November. One for fans, or for grandparents taking a granddaughter to her first big concert. IMPACT Arena, Muang Thong Thani (Nonthaburi). Check the organiser's pageFri, 06 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMTMusichttps://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#bigbang-rajamangala-2026https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#bigbang-rajamangala-2026The K-pop pioneers play the national stadium on Saturday 7 November. A big-crowd night for long-time fans; expect heavy traffic around Hua Mak, so take the Airport Rail Link. Rajamangala National Stadium (Airport Rail Link Hua Mak). Check the organiser's pageFri, 06 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMTMusichttps://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#5sos-uob-live-2026https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#5sos-uob-live-2026The Australian pop-rock band plays UOB Live on Monday 9 November. Singalong guitar pop for the old fans, in an air-conditioned venue. UOB Live, EmSphere (BTS Phrom Phong). Check the organiser's pageSun, 08 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMTMusichttps://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#nakhon-nayok-kite-festival-2026https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#nakhon-nayok-kite-festival-2026Five days of kite flying in the cool season, within day-trip range of Bangkok. A good pick for families and photographers. Nakhon Nayok (see the organiser page for the site). Check the organiser's pageTue, 10 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMTFestivalhttps://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#koktail-charity-dinner-2026https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#koktail-charity-dinner-2026Nine chefs cook one dinner under the theme Bangkok Eats the World, with an auction raising money for a charity foundation. A good night for food lovers who like to give while they eat. Gaysorn Urban Resort (BTS Chit Lom). Check the organiser's pageWed, 11 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMTFood & drinkhttps://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#wave-to-earth-uob-live-2026https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#wave-to-earth-uob-live-2026Thailand's soft-rock and indie trio play UOB Live on Thursday 12 November. Mellow, melodic and a good fit if you like your gigs on the gentler side. UOB Live, EmSphere (BTS Phrom Phong). Check the organiser's pageWed, 11 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMTMusichttps://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#phanom-rung-miracle-of-faith-2026https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#phanom-rung-miracle-of-faith-2026A three-day festival at the hilltop Khmer sanctuary of Phanom Rung in Buriram. One for history lovers who don't mind a long drive. Phanom Rung Historical Park, Buriram. Check the organiser's pageThu, 12 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMTFestivalhttps://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#vijit-chao-phraya-2026https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#vijit-chao-phraya-2026A month-long night light festival along the Chao Phraya, starting Friday 13 November. A cool-evening riverside walk that suits couples, families and photographers. Chao Phraya riverside (see the organiser page for sites). Check the organiser's pageThu, 12 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMTFestivalhttps://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#tsutaya-the-storeys-opening-2026https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#tsutaya-the-storeys-opening-2026The Japanese bookshop chain opens its first Thai branch on Saturday 14 November. Worth a look for book and stationery lovers, and it sits inside the One Bangkok complex that is also hosting the Biennale. The Storeys, One Bangkok (MRT Lumphini). Free to browseFri, 13 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMTMarkethttps://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#sukhothai-loy-krathong-2026https://www.thebangkokguide.org/whats-on/#sukhothai-loy-krathong-2026Sukhothai's Loy Krathong celebrations in the old capital start on Sunday 15 November and run to the full-moon night. Book a room early if you want to see the historical park at festival time. Sukhothai Historical Park, Sukhothai. Check the organiser's pageSat, 14 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMTFestival