10 Christmas Parties in Bangkok to Celebrate The Holidays
It’s that time of the year! Ring those jingle bells and welcome Christmas to Bangkok at these pubs, clubs, bars around town!
Now that the Christmas trees are up and the Christmas lights are on, you know that the holidays are just around the corner. When you were younger, this means that you’ll need to hit the bed sooner. The jolly old man we call “Santa Claus” will be popping some presents under the trees to your surprises on the morning of Christmas day.
But now that you’re older, you might want to hit up some of your friends for a special night out in the sleepless city we call Bangkok.
Partygoers can rejoice at the vast selection of events happening this year, including colorful outdoor festivals where you can eat, shop, and play your heart outs as well as exclusive concerts from some of the hottest local artists and the best DJs around town.
If you’re ready, let’s now go take a look at some of the most anticipated Christmas parties this year. After you’ve made it through to the end, we guarantee that you’ll be torn between every one of them. (Arranged Alphabetically)
AINU Bar
If you’ve taken a ride down Soi Thonglor from Sukhumvit Road before, you would’ve noticed a venue well packed with people on the left side of the street. AINU Bar is a Japanese style Izakaya & Bar hybrid that’s always bustling with locals who’ve come for a nightly dose of great food and live music.
This coming night of December 24th, Getsunova will be taking the stage at AINU Bar as part of the bar’s Christmas celebrations.
As one of the most popular artists in Thailand at the moment, the band will be sure to serenade those lucky enough to grab a table on the day. Their top hits include “Klai Khae Nai Khue Klai”, “Yoo Trong Nee Naan Kwaa Nee”, “Kham Tham Sueng Rai Khon Torb”, and more.
Canapaya Riverfront
To welcome Bangkok cool winter breeze, Grab Urban Night Fest has kicked off since mid-November and will last until February 14th of 2020! And to celebrate the incoming Christmas and New Year’s festivities this December, the organizers have lined up a few surprises for all of you to enjoy.
The event has transformed the riverside event space on Rama 3 Road, Canapaya Riverfront, into a popping lifestyle festival under three major themes.
“EAT” at over 40 trending restaurants serving up some of their signature dishes; “CHILL” in an outdoor riverside spin of the famous Cassette Music Bar; and “PLAY” with all variety of live music and art installations for you to enjoy all through the evening.
There’s nothing better than catching all the refreshing breeze all while enjoying the romantic riverside view of the Chao Phraya River. Add in the festivity of the Grab Urban Night Fest and you’ve got yourself a Christmas to remember.
Chongjaroen Groove
Chongjaroen Groove is one of the hottest nightlife spots in Bangkok at the moment. Since moving to a brand-new inner-city location at Groove@CentralWorld, the venue has been packed with patrons daily.
Being conveniently situated right next to one of Bangkok’s most popular shopping centers, you can simply walk over to the party right after dinner.
This Christmas Eve, Chongjaroen Groove brings their regulars an exclusive event that’ll get them up close and personal with Burin Boonvisut, dubbed Thailand’s very own Disco King.
In addition to the groovy disco sounds that’ll get you popping all night long, the organizers will be on a lookout for those dressed as Mr. and Mrs. Claus to offer a couple of free mixers to. Table reservations are open from 18.30 onwards.
Smalls
For those of you who are not so much of a party animal but still but want a place to hang out for Christmas, Smalls can be an interesting choice to consider.
This year, Smalls will be taking you on a journey down memory lane with the Smalls Cinema X'Mas Party on December 25th with two of the most nostalgic and iconic Christmas movies of all-time, Home Alone and Bad Santa. If bringing back those wonderful childhood memories can’t make you smile, we don’t think anything will.
Popcorn may be the ultimate movie-goer’s sidekick, but at Smalls, you’ll have a chance to enjoy a selection of wine and special homemade drinks that’ll keep you feeling warm and cozy all night through. Here’s where you can experience that Christmas magic without having to wait for Santa Clause to come down the chimney.
Susie Q
Khaosan’s renowned hip-hop nightclub Susie Q invites all of you to join them in a Christmas holiday celebration with the Susie Q X’MAS Party. Come dressed up as Santa’s little elf helpers and enjoy yourselves over two nights of non-stop party from December 24th to 25th.
All the little elves will be getting a boost as the party will see some of the best Hip-Hop DJs taking the reign at Susie Q including DJ Ikkyu, DJ Ape, DJ Kenny V Bangkok Invaders X MC Blackthug, DJ Gonggang, and DJ Namglua. Be prepared to have a blast from Christmas Eve till Christmas day.
The Club at Koi
Bangkok’s upscale nightclub from atop the 39th floor of the Sathorn Square Building is ready to serve up an exhilarating and unforgettable Christmas celebration. Its exclusive party will be featuring the Bangkok Invaders team with DJ Ono and Djaybuddah & MC Calo taking the stage along with Master D.
Sign-off the last Wednesday night of 2019 in style this December 25th with a special free pass for the ladies from 21.00-00.00. The entry fee will be 300 THB (including one free drink) for men from 22.30 onwards. If you don’t want to get stuck in a queue on the night, be sure to call ahead and book a table!
The Club Khaosan
Shine bright like the all-white snow on Christmas night at the legendary The Club Khaosan at their All White Christmas Party, which will take place on December 24-25. Get pumped with a wild line-up that includes DJ Mizz G and Gift OKB and a special performance from all the lovely dancers of The Club.
That’s not all; the nightclub went all out with this end-of-year party and prepared all full-on lights and sound system. There’ll be laser beams and visual graphics to accompany the party beats throughout the night, making sure this Christmas of yours is the one for the books.
Thonglor Official
All you fans of Nont Tanont (Tanont Chumroen) will be given a special treat on Christmas this year as Thonglor Official has booked the young vocalist for a special live show on the night of December 25th. Nont will be bringing with him all his top hits for you to sing along and keeping you feeling warm and fuzzy all through the night.
Thonglor Official is considered one of the most popular pubs in the Thonglor-Ekkamai area at the moment. With a convenient location, a wide selection of drinks, and a nightly dose of all-out party lights and sounds, this hangout spot is high on everyone’s list at the moment. Be sure to call ahead and book a table today, so you won’t have to regret it on Christmas day.
Wine Bridge
Well-known among the frequenters of the Ploenchit area, Wine Bridge will be joining forces with Chivas XV for a full-blown Christmas party this coming December 25th with the Christmas Party Tattoo Colour x Twopee Southside @WineBridge.
It’s the best of both worlds as the legendary pop-Rock band Tattoo Colour will be squaring things off on the stage with one of Thailand’s Hip-Hop all-star Twopee Southside while giving the fans all the greatest hit songs to sing-along all night through.
Also, the pub will be hosting a special activity especially for those who love to snap some pictures for their social networks with a Christmas-themed photo booth that’ll get the attention and envy of all your friends. Pre-sale tickets are currently up for grabs at 400 THB a piece.
WOOBAR
Breathe some new life into your Christmas nights at the Wooboys - Light It Up party at Woobar, W Hotel Bangkok on December 25, 2019. Inside, you’ll be treated with a special show from CrimsonQueen, the winner from a recent Drag Queen competition “Wooboys Horror Show”, that will give us another glimpse of why she was crowned first place once again.
Afterward, the supporting acts will hit the stage with some of the top Drag Queens in Thailand like Pangina Heals and Miss Gimhuay leading the charge. It will be all smiles and laughter as their performances will bring nothing but happiness to the whole room watching.
It’s then time to put your dancing shoes on as we will be closing the night out with DJ Groove and his setlist of pure house and techno. Furthermore, there will be a free flow hour from 20.00 to 21.00 for all the men in the party as well!
Tickets are now up for grabs at 300 THB (Early Bird) apiece and come with 1 complimentary drink. We’re just going to put it out there that the tickets are limited to be sure to grab yours while they’re still available.