Our picks for the best things to do in Bangkok this weekend

The world famous L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele, known as the Sacred Temple of Pizza and immortalised in Eat Pray Love, opens in Bangkok with the same fifth generation recipes served in Naples since 1870. The Bangkok outpost follows locations in New York, London, Tokyo, Dubai and Singapore, showcasing the signature pizza a ruota di carro with its thin soft dough that stretches beyond the plate and a pillowy cornicione baked for just 60 seconds at 485C in a custom Stefano Ferrara oven. Ingredients are sourced directly from Campania and Southern Italy, including San Marzano DOP tomatoes, Agerola mozzarella, Pecorino Romano DOP and Masturzo olive oil, alongside toppings like Cetara anchovies, friarelli, capers and smoked scamorza. Beyond pizza, diners can expect handmade pastas, starters and classic southern Italian desserts served in the new Nextopia zone on the fifth floor of Siam Paragon. Reserve via allora@damichele.co.th. L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele, Siam Paragon 5/F, 11am-10pm

Central World has teamed up with Disney to turn Bangkok into a soft-focus winter fantasy called Disney The Magical Stars. Familiar faces have wandered south for the season, greeting visitors with the sort of enthusiasm that makes adults forget they’re meant to play it cool. The space unfolds in several pockets, each shaped by a different story. Mickey and his crew keep things cheerful, the Toy Story lot look ready to sprint out of the frame, Zootopia residents linger with city-slick confidence and Stitch behaves exactly as expected. A Frozen corner brings a welcome chill that Bangkok never quite manages on its own. Fans can roam at an easy pace, letting the glitter and nostalgia do the heavy lifting. A gentle way to wrap up the year with something warm, bright and a little sentimental. Until January 6 2026. Free. Central World, 10am-10pm

CLUB SEEN Koh Samui begins a new chapter with a full relaunch and an elevated day-to-night concept that brings international names to Chaweng Beach. From December through January, the beach club hosts its most ambitious season yet with Defected, Glitterbox, ARTBAT, Nina Kraviz, Miss Monique, Kolsch and a roster of global artists set across its main stage and the intimate UNSEEN Club Room. Days unfold at SEEN Eatery, a relaxed seaside dining space blending Tokyo-inspired flair with Latin heat in sharing plates built for long afternoons by the water. Nights shift into deeper sets, sculptural lighting and high-intensity shows before rolling into a festive programme that includes Christmas brunch, New Year’s Eve fireworks and weekly O Beach Ibiza takeovers every Sunday in January. With seamless flow between dining, dancing and beachfront lounging, CLUB SEEN positions itself as the island’s defining party destination for the season. Prices vary. Tickets and dining reservations via clubseenkohsamui.com. CLUB SEEN Koh Samui, daily hours vary.

Missed the last super full moon? Here's your chance to make amends with a stargazing session at Bangkok Planetarium on December 19-20. The planetarium throws open its doors in the evening as part of the Night at the Museum Festival, an annual event that sees 53 museums across Thailand stay open late for nighttime learning. Since Bangkok Planetarium doesn't usually do evening sessions, this is one of those rare opportunities to visit after dark. You'll get to explore the sky in two ways: inside the planetarium dome itself and through proper telescopes set up outside by the Astronomical Society of Thailand. Members will be on hand to guide you through real-time sky observation from early evening right through to late night, pointing out constellations and planets you might otherwise miss. There are over 20 free activities to get stuck into throughout the evening, so even if you're not an astronomy buff, there's plenty to keep you occupied. If you fancy catching one of the planetarium shows inside, you'll need to book tickets in advance. Special showtimes run on Friday December 19 at 6pm, 7pm and 8pm, with extra sessions on Saturday December 20 at 4pm, 5pm, 6pm, 7pm and 8pm. Tickets are remarkably cheap at B30 for children and B50 for adults, and can be purchased through the planetarium's website.  Head to the Bangkok Planetarium to stargaze on December 19-20, 6pm-8pm.

Twenty & One leans wholeheartedly into the season with a Christmas Eve buffet that has gathered every nostalgic flavour and polished it until it gleams. Guests wander from station to station, building plates that reflect equal parts comfort and ambition. Roasted turkey with cranberry sauce sits beside beef wellington wrapped in golden pastry, while honey-glazed ham waits to be carved with quiet ceremony. Seafood fans get their moment with grilled river prawns, squid and sea bass, plus an icy display of oysters, blue crab, mussels and poached tiger prawns. A pasta counter keeps things lively with truffle cream, arrabbiata or aglio e olio made on the spot. Desserts turn theatrical with crepes suzette set alight, fried ice cream, a rich yule log and classic pudding. Bingo, a lucky draw and seasonal games add a warm, cheeky finish to the night.   December 15-25. Starts at B1,990. Reserve via 02-127-5921.Twenty & One, Courtyard by Marriott Bangkok, 6am-midnight

Anantara Hua Hin returns just in time for the year’s end with a full transformation that updates the brand’s first-ever resort for a new era. The December reopening reveals redesigned rooms and suites, an expanded beachfront, refreshed pools and a sharper, more contemporary interpretation of its original Thai-village inspiration. The main pool now sits within a lush oasis of towering palm trees, with new lounging decks that drift into the sea-facing landscape. Families get more room to roam thanks to an upgraded lagoon pool and bar, a reimagined kids’ club with creative play zones and the new mini farm, home to silkie chickens, pygmy goats and peacocks. Active travellers can get stuck into Muay Thai, pickleball, rock climbing and more at the revitalised sports zone. Dining also steps forward with renewed venues including Sea Fire Salt for prime cuts and seafood on Himalayan salt slabs, Rim Nam for bold Thai flavours and Issara Cafe for bright, breezy mornings. A polished reboot for one of Hua Hin’s most iconic beachfront escapes. Prices vary. Reservations via anantara.com/hua-hin. Anantara Hua Hin Resort, daily hours vary.

The Shed launches the season with a theme that feels delightfully theatrical, turning Sukhumvit 26 into a Christmas circus that leans more charming spectacle than childhood fairground. The whole project glows with saturated colour, playful decor and corners that practically beg to be photographed, so you never really stop spotting something new. Bou Bou Bar has been reimagined as a carousel warmed by festive lights, greeting you before you’ve even settled in. A towering tree stands at the entrance like a friendly landmark, while a gingerbread house and oversized gift boxes add a touch of storybook sweetness. Further in, a red and white curtain creates the perfect circus backdrop, complete with props that tempt even the shyest guests. It’s a cheerful, slightly surreal playground for anyone craving seasonal whimsy.   Everyday. Free. The Shed, 11am-11pm

Ms.Jigger leans into an Italian mood this season, the sort that feels handwritten in cursive and slightly flirtatious. The festivities start with a leisurely afternoon tea running from December 20 to January 4, paired with two glasses of Drappier champagne for the kind of afternoon that softens the edges of the week. Christmas Eve brings a four-course journey built around Boston lobster salad, a risotto crowned with charred octopus and Atlantic turbot resting on pumpkin cream, finished with a glossy zabaglione that behaves like a warm embrace. Both feasts come with a welcome aperitif and unfold from early evening to midnight.   Until December 25. Starts at B1,990. Reserve via 02-056-9999, emailing msjigger.kimptonmaalai@ihg.com or via Line @ms.jigger. Ms.Jigger, Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok.

The Standard joins forces with Art Atmos this December to roll out Objects of Desire, a Christmas market with a cheeky streak and plenty of character. The Parlor shifts shape for the season, turning into a lively corner filled with clever design pieces, fashion discoveries, accessories and giftable treasures from vendors who know how to keep things interesting. Pets can wander through with the same confidence as their owners. Music runs from day to night, workshops invite you to stitch, knot or sketch your way through DIY projects and a photo booth waits patiently for anyone feeling festive enough for a portrait. Upstairs at Double Standard, comfort dishes and seasonal drinks reward those who’ve spent the afternoon browsing, crafting or simply soaking up the mood.   December 19-21. Free. The Parlor, The Standard Bangkok, 11am-9pm

In this quiet room, Tat Nattee lets you meet a group of children the world rarely pauses to understand. The project extends his Albino Kids series, which he has shaped across two years with a patience that feels almost parental. Each child is born under a spotlight they never asked for, forced to navigate sharp light and stranger’s eyes long before they learn their own wants. Nattee refuses to paint them as fragile. He treats them as thinkers, architects of their inner landscapes. Their strength comes not from performance but from the small decisions that build a sense of self. They do not retreat. They construct a private realm that belongs only to them, a place untouched by expectation.   December 7-January 11 2026. Free. Joyman Gallery, 11am-6pm