A Guide to Creative Communities in Bangkok
On holiday in Bangkok, you probably have islands on the agenda, maybe the mountains of Chiang Mai, you probably thought of Bangkok as a stop on the way to your real Thailand vacation. But imagine becoming part of Bangkok’s unique, creative, and artistic endeavors.
Here is our guide to Sukhumvit’s cultural offerings and coolest creative communities.
Crafts, Painting, & Pottery
Paint, sculpt, and create to take home a one-of-a-kind Thailand artwork souvenir.
Creative spaces and studios near Sukhumvit Soi 31
The Pikture Gallery
Walking distance to Phrom Phong BTS station, this gallery space has acrylic, oil, and drawing workshops on the regular for adults and kids.
Paintbar Bangkok
Drop in to one of their group classes just 1.6km from Public House for a classic paint-and-sip experience. Sip wine while you create your own masterpiece to take home.
Poteri Clay Workshop
Have your Patrick Swayze moment at the pottery wheel as you discover the art of ceramics. Just a 15 minute walk from Pubic House.
Public House Hotel Sukhumvit 31
Our hotel is your gateway to creativity in Bangkok. Whether you're planning cocktail parties, art exhibitions, or other creative events, this space is ready to adapt to your vision.
Forum, is an innovative Bangkok coworking space that acts as a creative hub for artists, entrepreneurs, and innovators.
The Podcast Lounge is a recording studio in Bangkok where you can conduct interviews and dabble in the Thailand podcast scene. Have a listen to The Bangkok Podcast to get some insight into what’s happening out there in the city.
The Flexi-Room event space can be tailored to your specific needs. It's an ideal venue for everything from intimate gatherings to grand product launches. Transform your creative ideas into reality.
Bangkok's Music Scene
Bangkok live music is a diverse scene with live music venues to suit every taste as well as room for you to join in if that’s your jam.
Bluegrass Underground Bangkok
We hope you packed your cowboy boots! Join this fun bunch of hillbilly wannabes to jam out to some bluegrass, country, and folk music. Or just go along to their next event to tap your feet and meet some good folks.
The Queen Bee
With live bands in Bangkok, social jams, or standup comedy almost every night of the week, you are sure to have fun at this old school Bangkok institution. Check their Facebook to see what’s happening.
Great Venues to See Bangkok Live Music:
Saxophone Pub - a Bangkok jazz institution
Studio Lam - where all the hip kids hang out
Speakerbox - to rock out with your Bangkok out
The Rock Pub - to meet authentic Thai metalheads
FooJohn Building - chillax in smooth jazzy vibes
Freaking Out The Neighborhood - for the vinyl freaks
Must-Visit Bangkok Galleries
Bangkok Art and Culture Center
Find your sanctuary at the Bangkok Art and Culture Center (BACC). A superb venue for up and coming local and international artists to showcase their work.
More Bangkok Galleries:
MOCA BANGKOK - Museum of Contemporary Art
Over the Influence - HK, Paris, LA, and now also in Bangkok
SAC Gallery - a thousand square meters of art space established in 2012
Bangkok CityCity Gallery - paintings, sculptures, videos, and live performances
