7 great things to do this week

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Khemjira Prompan
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Fri 22 

Mangosteen Music Festival at Bitec Bangna(Hall 106); 5 pm. 

One of the most anticipated music acts, Kodaline is finally making a Thailand debut. Mangosteen Music Festival has just announced on their Facebook page that the third Mangosteen Music Festival: Detour will feature the Irish rock band Kodaline, Asia’s newest sweetheart Phum Viphurit, talented Polycat, and more to be announced soon for the phrase 2 line-up. 

Kodaline, consisting of Steve Garrigan, Mark Prendergast, Vincent May, and Jason Boland, released their first EP called The Kodaline EP in 2012. They've gained a lot of attention from local and international fans and has become one of the country's greatest rock bands. They have released three studio albums, and created lots of hits, including "All I Want," "High Hopes," "Love Will Set You Free," "The One," and more. Get ready to enjoy the show and sing along with them.

Bangkok Wine Expo 2019 at Shangri-La Bangkok; 6 pm. 

Here is your chance to get a little tipsy (or not so little) with over 300 wine labels from over 30 wineries around the globe in one place. Wine Expo makes a return this year at Shangri-La Bangkok on 22 February.

Expect four hours of wine tasting and cocktail dinner (B1,400) with experts from the scene and experienced sommeliers from Thailand by the side so expect to be turned into wine pundit after the night. Or you can also get yourself a scrumptious 3-course menu with wine pairing created by Thai world master chef Kent with your selection of fish (B4,000) or lamp (B4,500) if you want heavier eats for all the wine to wash down.

Find more info here.

Sat 23 

Gatsby Party at Penthouse Bar + Grill; 8 pm. 

Penthouse Bar + Grill is throwing a glamorous Gatsby Party on the 34th - 36th floor of Park Hyatt Bangkok. Expect exhilarating performances by the Gatsby Girls, Candy Man & Golden Girls and upbeat tunes from resident DJs. The dress code is 1920s Gatsby inspired. (Tip: free entry before 10 pm. So come early!)

Jess Connelly (LIVE) at Axis & Spin; 8 pm. 

Independent artist from Manila, Philippines Jess Connelly is coming to Bangkok to perform live at Axis & Spin on the 38th floor of The Continent Hotel. The Aussie-Filipino singer is known for crafting new-age R&B with nostalgic blend and her smooth vocals. Her live performance will be accompanied by SUBURB SOUND and DJ Kate. 

Leica Collectibles Weekend Market at Cafe Leitz by Pacamara; 7 pm; free entry

Browse through a wide array of cameras, lenses and Leica collectibles from a hand-picked selection of camera shops. Exchange opinions on the best Leica model while sipping brewed coffee provided by Cafe Leitz by Pacamara.

Sun 24 

Big Fat Greek Sundays at Aesop’s Bangkok; 12 pm.

Join Aesop’s Bangkok for its Big Fat Greek Sundays party brunch at its newly launched open-air Island bar. Highlights include everyone’s favorite Greek dishes like Gyros, Souvlaki, Moussaka, live music and DJ, craft beers, Greek liquors and of course, a plate smashing! Find more info here.

Interfilm Berlin | Bangkok Screening at JAM; 8 pm; free entry

Heinz Hermanns, founder and director of the Interfilm Berlin Short Film Festival, will
be presenting a selection of independent underground shorts, animation, and
documentaries.

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