Where to Find Events in Bangkok: Calendars, Ticket Apps and Instagram

Bangkok has more going on than almost any city in Asia, but finding out where events in Bangkok are listed is surprisingly hard. Concerts sell on one ticket app, club nights live on Instagram, runs are announced in Line groups and art openings appear on Facebook a few days before. This guide walks through the main sources, what each one is good for, and how to put them together so you stop hearing about great nights the morning after.

Start here: Bangkok Event Calendar

We built Bangkok Event Calendar because we had the same problem. The site pulls together events from across the city into one place: music, nightlife, food, arts, markets, festivals and a big sports section.

• The calendar shows what is on day by day, which is the quickest way to plan a weekend or a short trip.
• All events lets you browse and filter by category, from music and nightlife to food, arts and markets.
• Sports pages cover running, padel, cycling, HYROX and muay thai, for example our muay thai fight nights.

We are honest about the limits: no single site catches everything in a city this size, and small events sometimes change at short notice. Use us as your starting point, then always confirm on the organiser's or venue's own page before you travel across town. The sources below are the ones we check too.

Ticketing platforms

Most paid events in Thailand sell through a handful of platforms. Browsing them directly is a good way to see what is coming up months ahead.

Thai Ticket Major

Thai Ticket Major is the biggest ticket agent in the country and handles a large share of stadium concerts, arena shows, theatre and sports. Expect online queues for big K-pop and international tours. It also sells through physical outlets, which is handy if you prefer paying in person.

Eventpop

Eventpop is popular for festivals, mid-sized concerts, conferences, runs and workshops. The app is easy to use in English and your ticket lives on your phone.

Ticketmelon

Ticketmelon leans towards independent promoters: club nights, indie gigs, small festivals and community events. If you like the alternative side of Bangkok, it is worth following.

Other platforms also appear for specific shows (Allticket, for example, and booking sites like Klook for tourist experiences). Always buy from the platform the organiser names, not from resellers in comment sections.

Nightlife and electronic music

Resident Advisor

Resident Advisor (RA) is the go-to listing for electronic music. Its Bangkok guide covers club nights, DJ tours and parties at venues across Sukhumvit, Ekkamai, Thonglor and the old town. If an international DJ is playing, it is almost always on RA, often with tickets attached.

Venue and promoter Instagram

Bangkok's club and bar scene runs on Instagram. Many venues post their weekly line-ups as stories or posts, sometimes only a few days ahead. Follow the clubs, bars and collectives you like, and turn on notifications for the ones that announce last-minute parties. For a starting list of venues, see our Bangkok live music venues guide.

City magazines and listings

BK Magazine

BK Magazine is still publishing in 2026, with regular weekend roundups of things to do, food and drink news, and nightlife picks. Its weekly "things to do this weekend" articles are a quick way to catch what is new.

Time Out Bangkok

Time Out Bangkok covers exhibitions, restaurant openings, festivals and news, in English and Thai. It is especially strong on art shows and seasonal events, with listings that usually include dates, hours and prices.

Official tourism sources

For big festivals such as Songkran, Loy Krathong and countdown events, the Tourism Authority of Thailand publishes official calendars and news. These are reliable for dates and venues but light on smaller events. We add the major ones to our listings as soon as dates are confirmed.

Social platforms and communities

Facebook events and groups

Facebook is still widely used in Thailand, especially by galleries, markets, community groups and smaller venues. Facebook events remain one of the best ways to find art openings, pop-up markets and charity nights. Expat groups for your area or interest also share events, though quality varies.

Instagram beyond nightlife

Instagram is also where you find markets, food pop-ups, art openings and fitness events. Searching hashtags in both English and Thai helps, and many organisers post in Thai only, so a translation app is useful.

Meetup

Meetup has active Bangkok groups for language exchange, tech, startups, hiking, board games and social sports. Events are usually small and welcoming, which makes it a good option if you are new in town.

Line groups and OpenChats

Line is Thailand's main messaging app, and many communities organise through Line groups and OpenChats: run clubs, padel players, cycling groups, photography walks and neighbourhood markets. You usually join through a QR code or a link from the organiser's page. For running in particular, Run Club Bangkok lists clubs and races, and our running races calendar covers the big ones.

Practical tips

• Check two sources for anything you will travel far for: our listing plus the venue's or organiser's own post.
• Watch for "SOLD OUT" and "postponed" updates on the organiser's channel on the day, especially in rainy season.
• Follow 10 to 20 accounts you trust rather than hundreds; you will see more of what matters.
• Search in Thai too. Many venues and organisers post only in Thai, so try the Thai name of a venue or event when English searches come up empty.
• Set calendar reminders for ticket drops. Big concerts can sell out within minutes of going on sale.
• Keep ticket QR codes offline (a screenshot) in case mobile data is slow at the venue.
• Plan transport for big venues. Arena and stadium shows end at the same time as everyone else's, so expect long waits for taxis and Grab; using the BTS or MRT is usually faster.

FAQ

What is the best website for events in Bangkok?

There is no single perfect source. Start with the Bangkok Event Calendar to see everything in one place, then check the ticket platform or venue page for the final details.

Where do I buy concert tickets in Bangkok?

Most big concerts sell through Thai Ticket Major, Eventpop or Ticketmelon. Buy only from the platform the organiser announces, and avoid resellers on social media.

How do I find club nights and DJ events?

Resident Advisor lists most electronic music events, and venue Instagram accounts post weekly line-ups. Our nightlife listings group many of them together.

Is BK Magazine still around?

Yes. BK Magazine is still publishing online in 2026, including weekly roundups of things to do in Bangkok.

How do expats find community events and sports groups?

Meetup, Facebook groups and Line OpenChats are the main channels. Sports clubs in particular organise through Line, and most share a join link on their social pages.

Are events in Bangkok listed in English?

Many are, especially concerts, nightlife and big festivals. Smaller markets, temple fairs and local events are often in Thai only, so a translation app helps.