national events & festivals
When: Until Aug. 31
Where: Pang Sida National Park, Sakeo
Contact: 037 312 2182, 081 862 1511
What: When the pinkish-purple Siam Tulips, or “Dok Krachiao,” come into full bloom each year, the locals gather for some celebrations: parades, musical performances, a charity walk, and other activities.
When: Until Aug. 31
Where: Pa Hin Ngam National Park and Sai Thong National Park, Chaiyaphum
Contact: 044 21 3030
When: Ongoing until Sept. 30
Where: Nationwide
Contact: TAT Bangkok Office,
02 250 5500
When: July 30
Where: Throughout Thailand
Contact: TAT Bangkok Office,
02 250 5500
When: July 31
Where: Throughout Thailand
Contact: TAT Bangkok Office at
02 250 5500
When: July
Where: Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan
Contact: TAT Bangkok Office,
02 250 5500
When: July 30-31
Where: Ubon Ratchathani
Contact: TAT Bangkok Office,
02 250 5500
When: July – August
Where: Kathu District, Phuket
Contact: TAT Bangkok Office,
02 250 5500
When: July
Where: Chainat
Contact: TAT Bangkok Office,
02 250 5500
When: July 19
Where: Chonburi
Contact: TAT Bangkok Office,
02 250 5500
When: July
Where: Surat Thani
Contact: TAT Bangkok Office,
02 250 5500
art & culture
Heaven MadeWhat: This is a painting and illustration exhibition featuring works by Patcharapong Meesilp, which touches upon concepts of belief and faith, and variations in the practice of the Buddhist doctrine. The gallery has also just opened a new on site cafe.
When: Until July 19
Where: Ardel Gallery of Modern Art, 99/45 Moo 18, Km 10.5, Boromratchonnanee Rd., Sala Thammasop, Thung Kru, Bangkok
More info: 02 422 2092
When: Every day until July 7
Where: Soy Sauce Factory,
11/1 Charoen Krung Soi 24, Bangkok
More info: www.soysaucefactory.com

When: Until July 21
Where: Kalwit Studio & Gallery, Wireless Road, Soi 2 (Ruamrudee) Bangkok
More info: 083 119 2700
What: For the third consecutive year, Sofitel So Bangkok is staging a fashion showcase highlighting the work of four Thai designers under the theme “Fashion in Time.” The two-month exhibition draws inspiration from one of the hotel’s key design concepts: past, present, and future. Each designer will create his or her own interpretation of Thailand’s fashion evolution.
When: July 1-Aug. 31
Where: Sofitel So Bangkok, Rama IV Rd (MRT: Lumpini)
More info: 02 624 0000 or email: h6835@sofitel.com
What: This is an exhibition of realistic and figurative art submitted for the prestigious art competition sponsored by the Thai Beverage Company. This year’s theme celebrates HRH Princess Maha Chakri’s 60th birthday.
When: Every day until July 12
Where: Bangkok Art and Culture Center (BACCC), 939 Rama 1 Rd, Wangmai, Pathumwan, Bangkok (BTS: National Stadium)
More info: 02 214 6630-8
When: Every day until Aug. 2
Where: Bangkok Art and Culture Center (BACC), 939 Rama 1 Rd, Wangmai, Pathumwan, Bangkok (BTS: National Stadium)
More info: 02 214 6630-8
trade fairs & shows
Health, Cuisine, & Beauty Festival 2015When: July 1-5
Where: Plenary Hall 1-3, Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Rachada (MRT: QSNCC)
More info: www.healthcuisineandbeauty.com/
When: July 2-5
Where: Event Hall 101-102, Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Center, Bangna-Trad Road
More info: P.K.Exhibition Management at 02 307 8555;
www.thaiteawthaiplaza.com
When: July 9-12
Where: Event Hall 103-104, Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Center, Bangna-Trad Road
More info: 02 686 7299; www.garmenttextile.com/
When: July 25-Aug 2
Where: Zone C-Grd, C-2, Plaza, Atrium, QSNCC, Rachada (MRT: QSNCC)
More info: www.unionpan.com/home/index.php

When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., July 11
Where: Jasmine City Building,
‘L’ Floor, Sukhumvit Road,
at entrance to Soi 23
(BTS Asoke; Exit 3//
MRT: Sukhumvit; Exit 2)
More info: www.thaicraft.org