The Southeastern Gathering is returning to Bangkok with six days of acoustic music that leans into intimacy as much as variety. From October 20-25, the event brings bluegrass, Irish trad and old-time sounds together with artists from Thailand and around the world.
What makes it stand out is not only the lineup, but the scale. Capped at just 100 people, the gathering is designed as a close-up experience where listeners can catch every note, watch musicians work their instruments and move easily between performances, jams and late-night sessions.
Why the return matters
According to www.timeout.com, the last edition sold out quickly, and this year’s format keeps the same small-room feel. That means the week is built less like a large festival and more like a shared listening space where performers and guests blur into the same crowd.
What’s on the schedule
The event opens with The Pickin’ Parlour, held upstairs for three nights from Tuesday to Thursday. Each session is centered on a single player, instrument or theme, with city views adding to the setting.
The weekend then shifts into a broader run of events, starting with a Welcome Jam and Free Flow on Friday. Saturday brings the longest stretch, while Sunday closes with Songs & Stories served alongside brunch.
| Event Window | Format |
|---|---|
| Tuesday to Thursday | The Pickin’ Parlour, centered on one player, instrument or theme |
| Friday | Welcome Jam and Free Flow |
| Saturday | Marathon day of performances and sessions |
| Sunday | Songs & Stories with brunch |
Expect banjos, fiddles, mandolins, guitars, flutes, harps, voices and stories throughout the week. The lineup is aimed at Bangkok’s growing roots-music crowd, with musicians deeply rooted in the traditions they play.
Tickets, venue and family details
The gathering runs at Public House Bangkok, with shows starting at 7pm, except for October 24 when the schedule begins at 3pm. Tickets are priced from B999 to B3,299.
One child under 12 can attend free with each paying adult. Even so, the event asks parents to keep the listening space respectful, which fits the unplugged atmosphere that defines the week.