Come out for an art world stroll, chat with artists and discover collectible works from over 50 creators. Bangkok Art Walk takes over both sides of Ong Ang Canal on December 19-21 from 4pm-10pm each day.
If you've not been to Khlong Ong Ang lately, it's basically become one of the city's best-kept secrets. The canal's lined with murals from some of Thailand's top street artists, and when the fairy lights and colourful bunting come out, the whole stretch turns into something quite special, especially once the sun goes down.
This year's event is a collab between Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, Phra Nakhon District Office, L'On Gallery and the Saphan Lek community. They're bringing together over 50 Thai and international artists who'll set up shop along the canal's Phase 1 stretch in the Saphan Lek area. You can talk directly with the artists at their booths, see their work up close and even pick up something collectible if you fancy taking a piece home.
There's loads going on. Watch live painting sessions as artists work their magic in real time, or get stuck in yourself at one of the art workshops. The street art along the canal is worth the trip alone, with everything from landscape pieces to mixed media works in styles that'll surprise you.
And because this is Bangkok, there's obviously food involved. Over 100 vendors will serve up Phra Nakhon street food favourites, plus you'll find community product shops dotted about.
It's the event that works whether you're a serious collector or just fancy a different sort of evening out. The whole thing wraps up around 10pm each night.
Bangkok Art Walk, Khlong Ong Ang Walking Street (Saphan Lek area), December 19-21, 4-10pm.