All the National festivals, trade fairs, trade shows, art exhibitions, music shows and other events for January 2015
National festival & events
What: For three months of the year, the “red lotus sea” in the Kum Pavapi district of Udon Thani covers the area with beautiful pink lotus flowers. Tourists will see red lotuses in full bloom at the fresh water swamp, which is also filled with a variety of fish, birds, wildlife, and aquatic plants. This red lotus sea is best witnessed during the cool season, which ends in February.
When: Ongoing until February 28
Where: The Red Lotus Sea in Kum Pavapi District, Udon Thani
How much: Free entrance
More info: 042-325-4067; tatudon@tat.or.th
What: Among the healing powers of the Holy siddhas, the most powerful one was considered to be one directed from the third eye, called the Shambhavi Shakti. Presently, the “Father of Indian Healing” Avdhoot Baba Shivanand ji has pioneered in this art, and is coming to Bangkok to give a hands-on healing training.
When: January 15–19
Where: Grand Sukhumvit Hotel, Sukhumvit Soi 6, Bangkok
How much: TBC
More info: 081-830-0547, 081-837-6179, 081-622-1997; www.shivyog.com; shivyoginbangkok@gmail.com
What: The trekking season at Phu Soi Dao National Park ends January 31. Phu Soi Dao National Park, covering areas both in Uttaradit and Phitsanulok provinces, is abundant with natural flora and fauna. With its highest peak situated at 2,102 meters above the sea level, the mountain is considered the fifth highest in Thailand, and offers many activities for nature lovers.
When: Until January 31
Where: Phu Soi Dao National Park, Nampad district, Uttaradit
How much: Free entrance
More info: 05-452-1118; tatphrae@tat.or.th
What: One of Isan’s most popular agro-tourism and eco-tourism attractions, this tour highlights the farm’s natural beauty and green activities as well as the opportunity to observe up-close the full life cycle of the silkworms and the silk-farming process, which is part of the Isan way of life.
When: Until January 21
Where: Jim Thompson in Pak Thong Chai district, Nakhon Ratchasima
How much: Contact the farm for fee
More info: Jim Thompson Farm at 04-437-3116; farm@jimthompsonfarm.com
Trade Fairs & Shows
When: January 10–18, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Hall 1–8, Impact Muang Thong Thani, Nonthaburi
How much: Free entrance
More info: 02-731-1331; www.worldfair.co.th
What: Thailand Furniture Show 2015 is another trade fair by World Fair Co., Ltd. that you’ll enjoy. This one focuses on furniture and home decoration products but also on electrical appliances, as well as IT products and peripherals.
When: January 10–18
Where: Hall 1–5, Impact Muang Thong Thani, Nonthaburi
How much: Free entrance
More info: 02-731-1331; www.worldfair.co.th
What: The first Thai Craft Fair for this year unfolds. As usual, the event features Thai handmade products for your home and wardrobe, all manufactured with Fair Trade policy in support of the local artisans.
When: January 24
Where: L floor, Jasmine City Building, Sukhumvit 23 entrace (BTS Asok)
How much: Free entrance
More info: nan@thaicraft.org
What: An annual trade exhibition aimed to promote Thai-made products in the ASEAN consumer market.
When: January 28–February 1
Where: Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Center, Bangna-Trad Road
How much: Free entrance
More info: 02-507-7999;
Art & culture
Where: Oriental Arcade, Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, 48 Oriental Avenue, Bangkok
How much: Free entrance
More info: 02-659-9000
What: Sydney-based Thai mural artist Phaptawan Suwankudt presents her contemporary work in the last exhibition of the year: five sets of acrylic on canvas, inspired by selected photographs of Bangkok during the political turmoil of 2013 to 2014.
When: Until January 4
Where: 100 Tonson Gallery, 100 Soi Tonson, Ploenchit Rd (BTS Ploenchit), Bangkok
How much: Free entrance
More info: 02-684-1527
What: This exhibition brings together selected artworks by four artists: Chalarak Rueanchumchoei, Dusadee Huntrakul, Kentaro Hiroki, and Nipan Oranniwesna, all of which have previously been exhibited under different conditions.
When: Until January 17
Where: Bangkok University Gallery (BUG), 109, Rama 4 Rd., Bangkok
How much: Free entrance
More info: 02-350-3626
What: H Gallery inaugurates its new space G 1 Contempory at Gaysorn, in Bangkok, with an exhibition by Mit Jai Inn. Mit has emerged as one of Thailand’s leading artists with a practice that shifts from lushly painted surface. “Pastorale” is an ambitious showcase of specially created works.
When: Until January 31
Where: G 1 Contempory, Ground Floor Gaysorn Sopping Center, 999 Ploenchit Rd (BTS Chidlom), Bangkok
How much: Free entrance
More info: 085-021-5508
What: The Jim Thompson Art Center presents the soul of Isan during its latest exhibition, “Joyful Khaen, Joyful Dance,” which reveals the art of molam, the traditional Isan folk music and performance.
When: Until March 31
Where: Jim Thompson Art Center, 6 Soi Kasemsan 2, Rama 1 Rd (BTS National Stadium), Bangkok
How much: Free entrance
More info: 02-762-2562
What: For his new solo exhibition, Maitree Siriboon displays mosaic tile covered “disco balls” produced during a residency at Thaillywood arts studio in Chonburi.
When: Until January 18
Where: Whitespace Gallery, Soi 3, Pathum Wan, Bangkok
How much: Free entrance
More info: 02-235-2500
What: The first art exhibition by overseas artist Tjasa Iris is part of 137 Pillars House’s Signature Brand Initiatives to deliver authentic guest experiences. The exhibition depicts tropical gardens in southeast Asia, painted with acrylics on canvas. The selection of paintings will be changed regularly keeping the exhibition fresh and new throughout the duration. Iris is known for her large paintings and use of bright colors, depicting vivid gardens, lush vegetation, and bright light.
When: On view until March 15
Where: 137 Pillars House, Chiang Mai
How much: Free entrance
More info: 05-324-7788; stay@137pillarshouse.com
Classes
When: Ongoing, every Thursday
How much: THB 400 for 60 minutesWhere: Omroom, 8th floor Alma Link Building, Chitlom, Bangkok (BTS Chitlom)
More info: 02-655-6282; www.omroom.net
When: Every Tuesday from 10:30 a.m.till noon
How much: THB 400
Where: Omroom, 8th floor Alma Link Building, Chitlom, Bangkok (BTS Chitlom)
More info: 02-655-6282; www.omroom.net
How much: THB 2,000 for 1 hour; THB 3,000 for 1.5 hours
Where: Omroom, 8th floor Alma Link Building, Chitlom, Bangkok (BTS Chitlom)
More info: 02-655-6282; www.omroom.net
Concerts & Gigs
Where: Impact Arena, Impact Muang Thong Thani, Nonthaburi
How much: THB 1,500/2,500/2,700
More info: 02-262-3838; www.thaiticketmajor.com
When: January 24, door opens at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Impact Muang Thong Thani, Nonthaburi
How much: THB 2,000/3,000/5,000/6,500
More info: 02-262-3838; www.thaiticketmajor.com
When: January 27 at 8 p.m
Where: Thailand Cultural Center, Main Hall
How much: THB 4,000/3,200/2,400/1,600/1,000/800