Things to Do in Bangkok This Weekend (May 1–3, 2026)
Things to Do in Bangkok This Weekend (May 1–3, 2026)
Bangkok is buzzing this weekend with art markets, outdoor cinema, live comedy, food, family fun, and community. Here is your Thai Newbies guide to making the most of May 1–3.
THIS WEEKEND (May 1–3)
1. IF Market 7
📅 May 1–3 | 10:00am–8:00pm
📍 SF Town, 7th Floor, MBK Center BTS National Stadium
🎟️ Free Entry
🔗 https://www.thailandexhibition.com/thai-trade-show-details/if-market-7-bangkok-2026/27962
A three-day art and creative market bringing together talented Thai artists and creators in one inspiring space. Expect illustrations, handmade crafts, collectibles, and unique lifestyle products. Free to attend all weekend — the kind of place where you end up staying longer than planned.
2. Outdoor Cinema — SAMA Garden x Skyline Film
📅 May 1–3 | Screenings from 5:30pm
📍 SAMA Garden, BITEC BURI, Bangna
🎟️ ฿550 includes snack and drink set | Pets welcome
🔗 https://www.timeout.com/bangkok/news/sama-garden-movie-night-042426
Three nights of open-air films inside a glasshouse garden setting. Friday screens 500 Days of Summer, Saturday brings Inside Out, and Sunday closes with School of Rock. Relaxed crowd, soft lighting, and that rare Bangkok luxury — space to stretch out. Bring your dog.
3. Rock and Roll Comedy — LLL Comedy
📅 Saturday May 2 | Evening
📍 Speakerbox Livehouse, Thong Lor BTS Thong Lo
🔗 https://www.bangkok-comedy.com/event-details/rock-and-roll-comedy
International stand-up featuring comedians from the USA, Canada and Myanmar. One night, big laughs, no filter. A great Saturday night out for the expat crowd.
4. Chatuchak Weekend Market
📅 Saturday May 2 & Sunday May 3 | 9:00am–6:00pm
📍 Chatuchak Market, Chatuchak, Bangkok BTS Mo Chit or MRT Chatuchak Park
🎟️ Free Entry
🔗 https://www.chatuchakmarket.org
The world's largest weekend market with over 15,000 stalls across 35 acres. Clothes, vintage finds, handmade crafts, plants, art, antiques, and some of the best street food in Bangkok all in one place. A true Bangkok rite of passage — go early before the heat and crowds peak.
5. Or Tor Kor Market
📅 Saturday May 2 & Sunday May 3 | 6:00am–8:00pm
📍 101 Kamphaengphet Road, Chatuchak MRT Kamphaeng Phet | Right across from Chatuchak
🎟️ Free Entry
🔗 https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/or-to-ko-market
One of the top fresh markets in Bangkok and ranked among the world's best by CNN. Known for premium Thai fruits, fresh produce, prepared food, and incredible Thai sweets. Pair it with Chatuchak next door for the ultimate Saturday market day.
6. Family & Market Day @ Casa Marini
📅 Sunday May 3 | 10:30am–5:00pm | Free Entry
📍 Casa Marini, Rama IX, Bangkok
🔗 https://allevents.in/bangkok/entertainment--may
A full day of food, fun, and good vibes for the whole family. Expect Italian food and drinks, a curated market with local vendors, kids activities, games, and creative play. Special Pizza Making Lab at 11am (฿400, pre-registration required) and Story Time at 3pm. Pre-register for 5% off food and drinks.
7. Truth or Drink — Vivaan Seth Stand-Up Comedy
📅 Sunday May 3 | 8:00pm
📍 AVVE Bar, 3/25 Edison Alley Khwaeng Phra Khanong Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110
Stories, jokes, and crowd work — answer honestly or take a drink. A fun, interactive Sunday night show perfect for meeting people and ending the weekend on a high note.
8. First Sunday Brunch — Adventures While Black
📅 Sunday May 3 | 12:00pm–3:00pm
📍 Public House Sukhumvit 31 249 Soi Sukhumvit 31, Watthana, Bangkok BTS Phrom Phong
⚠️ Must register | No walk-ins accepted
🔗 https://www.adventureswhileblack.com/event/first-sunday-brunch-118/register
The melanated community brunch you have been looking for. Adventures While Black hosts their First Sunday Brunch at Public House Sukhumvit 31 — good food, good people, and real community energy. Registration is required so do not wait on this one.
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