A list of curated events in and around Bangkok to help you plan your week

It’s a week for art enthusiasts because the list below is filled with exhibitions for aesthetes to explore. Welcome the month of May with some art on your calendar with Koktail’s picks below.

1/4 The ‘Faroese Chronicle’ by Bill Bensely at Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok

Debuting a new exhibit at ART Space by MOCA Bangkok at the Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River, artist Bill Bensley invites visitors to travel the world with him and the Faroe Knitting Club. Fans who enjoyed his first exhibition, LOVE CAMP EXPLORE DREAMS, at River City last year will recognize his trademark humour and bold colours. Whether it be artistic or in hospitality, Bill’s work always has a meaningful purpose. 100% of Bill’s proceeds raised through the sale of the artworks will go directly to a variety of Shinta Mani Foundation outreach projects in Cambodia.

ART Space by MOCA BANGKOK, Four Seasons Hotel, 300/1 Charoen Krung Rd
Now–July 31, Tuesday–Sunday 10am–6pm (Closed on Mondays)
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2/4 Decoding Thainess

Museum Siam presents “Decoding Thainess” which features 14 exhibition zones that lead to exploring all aspects of Thainess and its constant evolution from the past to present. The exhibition portrays historical, architectural, traditional, culinary and clothing perspectives among others, through advanced technology and unconventional storytelling methods that suit today’s needs of people and their media consumption behaviours.

Museum Siam, 4 Sanamchai Rd., Phra Nakhon
Now–May 31, Tuesday–Sunday 10am–6pm (Closed on Mondays)
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3/4 Mango Art Festival 2023

The most colourful and diverse art festival in Thailand is now entering its third year. The theme this year, “RISE” signifies the start of a journey towards growth and exploration, and offers boundless opportunities to learn and discover limitless possibilities.Visitors will meet over 21 leading art galleries and Over 80 independent artists from both Thailand and abroad.

River City Bangkok, 23 Charoen Krung 24, Talad Noi
May 2–7, daily 10am–8pm
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4/4 At the Moment

A glass art exhibition by Chattakan Vongsiri, Nathakorn Kanitvaranun, and Udomsak Rachderm, three artists from BGC Glass Studio. “At the Moment” portrays thoughts, experiences, and personal imaginations in a particular moment through the unique creation process of glass art.

Ardel Gallery Of Modern Art, 99/45, Boromratchonnanee Rd
Now–May 7, Tuesday–Saturday 10:30am–5:30pm (Closed on Mondays)
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