March Thailand events: Slash live, kite festival
8 Mar 2011
March events in Thailand include;
Job 2 Do - Ha Yaek Pub & Bar Rock Variety, (05/03, starts 22:00);
FilmSPACE – CMU Art Centre (05/03, starts 19:00);
International Kite Festival – Sanam Luang (01-30/03);
River City Auction – River City Mall, Bangkok, (05/03, starts 11:00);
Pattaya International Go Kart Race – Bali High Pier (04-07/03, starts 11:00);
Phuket Yacht Club Fun Day – Ao Yon, Cape Panwa (06/03, starts 10:00);
Boyz Town Mardi Gras – Boyz Town (06/03, starts 20:00);
CMU Arts Center Winter Festival 1st – jazz concert at the CMU Art Centre (07/03, starts 18:00);
Slash Live in Concert – Impact Exhibition Hall II, Nonthaburi, (10/03, starts 17:00);
Thao Thepkasattri-Thao Suntorn Festival - Thalang Victory Memorial (11-18/03);
Pattaya International Music Festival – all over Pattaya, (18-20/03);
Phra That Doi Tung worshiping and pouring water – various locations (18-19/03);
Mekong River International Multisport Championship – Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai (25-27/03);
Andaman Motor Show – Homework Phuket, (30/03-04/04)
Pattaya Amateur Golf Week – various locations, (19-26/03);
March 01-30: International Kite Festival
Where: Sanam Luang
When: Various times
Come join thousands of others and fly a kite in the picturesque Sanam Luang Park. All sorts of kites will take to the skies during this annual event, from traditional kites to colourful modern creations featuring cartoon characters.
March 05: River City Auction
Where: River City Mall, Trok Rongnamkhaeng, Bangkok,
When: starts 11:00
This monthly auction, held at the River City Shopping Complex Auction House, is a fantastic place to source genuine antiques or traditional Thai handicrafts. Lots may be viewed for five days beforehand between 11:00 and 17:00.
March 05: FilmSPACE
Where: Auditorium of Media Arts and Design, CMU Art Centre
When: starts 19:00
Each Saturday night, the Chiang Mai University Art Centre will be screening thought provoking films intended to spark debate. All are welcome to join the fun of this free event, which is the perfect place to meet like-minded film fans.
http://www.chiangmai.ac.th/index_eng.php
March 07: CMU Arts Center Winter Festival 1st
Where: Auditorium of Media Arts and Design, CMU Art Centre
When: starts 18:00
Continuing Chiang Mai University’s Winter Festival music programme, the Rangsit University Jazz Brand will be playing a selection of winter-themed jazz tunes to get your toes tapping.
http://www.chiangmai.ac.th/index_eng.php
March 04-07: Pattaya International Go Kart Race
Where: Bali High Pier, Pattaya
When: starts 11:00
Open to both amateurs and semi-professionals who feel the need for speed, this three-day event is the perfect place to let off a little steam. A number of special events will be held, including several races.
March 05: Job 2 Do
Where: Ha Yaek Pub & Bar Rock Variety, Chalong Circle, Kata
When: starts 22:00
Join the fun as one of Thailand’s most popular rock and reggae bands entertains the crowd with their hit songs. Huge crowds are expected to support this band, so turn up early.
http://www.myspace.com/job2dophuket
March 06: Phuket Yacht Club Fun Day
Where: Ao Yon, Cape Panwa, Phuket
When: starts 10:00
All hands on deck with this vibrant yachting event. In addition to sailing related events, this is a great chance for the members of the Phuket Yacht Club to get together and a BBQ will be head on the beach.
March 06: Boyz Town Mardi Gras
Where: Boyz Town, Pattaya
When: starts 20:00
This vibrant street party will be held to raise funds and tickets cost just 300 baht. This is the perfect time to shed your inhibitions and walk and strut your stuff with the bright young things of Pattaya.
March 10: Slash Live in Concert
Where: Impact Exhibition Hall II, Popular Road, T.Banmai, A.Pakkred, Nonthaburi
When: starts 17:00
Watch the diminutive rock god strut his stuff on stage as he plays all the hits from his solo albums. Whether you are a die hard Slash fan or simply love live music, this proves to be an energy charged evening to remember.
March 18-19: Phra That Doi Tung worshiping and pouring water
Where: Phra Maha Chin That Chao Doi Tung and Phra Barom That Doi Tung court, Chiang Rai
When: various times
This auspicious religious event is held in order to cleanse the temple of Phra That Doi Tung and features a procession through the streets of Chiang Rai.
http://www.tourismthailand.org/see-do/events-festivals
March 18-20: Pattaya International Music Festival
Where: All over Pattaya
When: various times
Join the people of Pattaya for a vibrant music festival that covers all the genres. In addition to a large number of Thai bands, musicians from all over the world are set to take part in this colourful three-day event.
http://www.tourismthailand.org/see-do/events-festivals
March 19-26: Pattaya Amateur Golf Week
Where: All over Pattaya
When: Various times
This vibrant event is the perfect time to get into the swing of things on some of Pattaya’s leading golf courses and really get a feel for the game. A number of special events will take place, including a welcome dinner and prize ceremony.
http://www.tourismthailand.org/see-do/events-festivals
March 11-18: Thao Thepkasattri-Thao Suntorn Festival
Where: Thalang Victory Memorial, Thalang
When: Various times
Held to honour two of Phuket’s heroine’s this vibrant festival features a large number of exciting sporting events. Highlights include the colourful historical show and the cycling and takraw competitions.
March 25-27: Mekong River International Multisport Championship
Where: Mekong River banks, Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
When: various times
The perfect way to test your stamina and have fun is by taking part in one of many of the challenging races that will be held during this vibrant sporting event. Highlights include the Sprint Distance Duathlon and Long Distance 34kms run.
http://www.tourismthailand.org/see-do/events-festivals
March 30-April 04: 11th Andaman Motor Show
Where: Homework Phuket
When: various times
Get your motors running and head on over to this exciting motor show to admire some of the newest cars, pick-ups, SUVs and accessories on the market. one of the main highlights is the Andaman Entertainer Contest, which offers guests the chance to win 50,000 baht.
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