If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to walk straight into a fever dream of fright and festival vibes, well, Bangkok in October is about to give you answers – loud, glowing, spine-prickling answers.
This October, Bangkok gets a little darker, a little louder, and a whole lot more fun. Junji Ito, the master of unsettling horror, is making a rare appearance with his Junji Ito Collection Horror House. It’s the kind of event that whispers ‘don’t look behind you,’ and yes, he’ll be here in person, giving the city a taste of his uniquely creepy world. Perfect timing for Halloween, of course.
But should you prefer your scares with beer and questionable decisions, then head west. Thonburi’s Chang Chui Creative Park is throwing what can only be described as a haunted house party for grown-ups. From October 3-5, 3pm-midnight, Ghost Story Liquor turns the park into something between a folklore rave and a foodie seance.
Entry’s free, spirits are flowing (in every sense), and over 150 drink labels are showing up with more than 300 boozy concoctions to sample. It’s like Oktoberfest died, came back, and found a better DJ. Food-wise, over 50 stalls sling dishes bold enough to distract even the hungriest poltergeist, with Sun Valley Thailand making sure no one leaves unsatisfied, even those floating a few feet off the ground.
And then there’s the ghost story zone If you fancy hearing spine-crawling tales from Bangkok’s favourite storytellers. Every corner's got a trick, a surprise or a whisper you’ll swear came from nowhere. It's chaotic, playful and more alive than ever – ironic, considering the theme.
Halloween in Bangkok? It’s not just happening. It’s having a full-blown identity crisis in the best possible way.