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UNLEASH Golden Week Bangkok brings international DJs, go-go performers and late-night cruising to Hook Bar in Silom.
UNLEASH Golden Week Bangkok brings international DJs, go-go performers and late-night cruising to Hook Bar in Silom.
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The Party
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- UNLEASH takes over Hook Bar for two nights of DJs, live performances and cruising during Bangkok’s Golden Week weekend.
- Friday opens with the UNLEASH × SHADOW collaboration; Saturday changes pace with Jose Rendon and a night combining the club floor with the venue’s sauna and steam spaces.
- Both parties take place at Hook Bar, bringing the weekend together at one venue in Bangkok’s Silom nightlife district.
- Expect a gay men’s party with a distinctly adult setting: music, go-go performances on opening night, darkroom cruising and sauna facilities.
- The organiser’s September update advertises an 11 pm start on both nights, replacing the 10 pm opening shown in its earlier August announcement.
- Stay on Surawong Road for a convenient base close to the venue and Silom’s pre-party bars.
Friday – UNLEASH × SHADOW Opening Party
Hong Kong’s UNLEASH joins Bangkok’s SHADOW for the opening night, pairing DJs from both cities with live go-go performances.
- Music by DJ Dino from Hong Kong and DJ Tony from Thailand.
- Performers: Maxx, Chon and Fame.
- Party takes over the full venue, combining the main party with its adult play spaces.
Saturday – UNLEASH Dance & Cruising Party
Saturday keeps the party at Hook Bar, with Jose Rendon taking over the music.
- A “Dance & Sauna Night” – The format combines the club floor with sauna, steam and cruising spaces.
- Choose Saturday for a night centered on music and meeting other men. Club attire is welcome.
- Enjoy the freedom to move between the party and the venue’s more intimate areas.
The Venue – Hook Bar
- Hook Bar is on Surawong Road in the Silom nightlife area.
- Address: 37/5, second floor, 5 Surawong Road, Suriya Wong, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500.
- Featuring a club floor, sauna and steam facilities
Before UNLEASH
Start around Silom Soi 4, then head to Hook Bar for the late opening.
- The Balcony Pub – A straightforward choice for dinner and first drinks. Its Thai and international menu suits groups, and the Soi 4 address keeps your evening concentrated in the gay nightlife district.
- The Stranger Bar – Pick this for drag before the party. Check the evening’s programme and book a table if you want to make the show part of your night.
With an 11 pm party start, there is time for a proper meal and a bar stop without rushing straight from your hotel.
Where to Stay
Choose Surawong for this edition: both nights now take place at Hook Bar.
- Le Méridien Bangkok – Contemporary luxury on Surawong Road, with an outdoor pool, spa and Japanese-inspired onsen. The strongest choice for a comfortable recovery day between parties.
- Montien Hotel Surawong Bangkok – A renovated Bangkok landmark with an outdoor pool and Ruenton restaurant. Choose it for classic hotel character and a convenient dinner option before heading out.
- Amara Bangkok Hotel – A modern Surawong base with a rooftop pool, suited to travellers who want a quiet daytime break and skyline views between the late nights.
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