kingstonkid Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 Just trying to understand. Thursday no booze correct next week wed - Friday it is my understanding from the newspapers that there is a ban on booze sales over songkran. Is that correct Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunBENQ Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 (edited) 9 minutes ago, kingstonkid said: Thursday no booze correct On Chakri day? Never noticed. It's not a Buddhist or mourning day. Just praising the monarchy. Booze ban over Songkran!!!! Wow, I think you got it in the wrong pipeline. There are misc requests and appeals to the public to keep alcohol consumption under control. Don't drink and drive. Maybe certain alcohol free events? Particularly from the Bangkok governor. But a ban could provoke an uprise Edited April 3, 2023 by KhunBENQ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneMoreFarang Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 There are the official regulations and then there is reality. Sometimes the police encourage the bar owners to give them some money to stay (longer) open, serve alcohol, etc. And sometimes these decisions are made on the last possible day. And all this is different for the different night life areas. I.e. in Bangkok the main areas are in different police districts. What happens in A has not much to do with what happens in B. Best, ask the owner or manager of your favorite bar. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingstonkid Posted April 3, 2023 Author Share Posted April 3, 2023 This is what made me wonder about songkran ban Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post brewsterbudgen Posted April 3, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted April 3, 2023 9 minutes ago, kingstonkid said: This is what made me wonder about songkran ban That was just the silly Bangkok Governor. There's no booze ban at Songkran, but many bars/restaurants close to give their staff the time off and because Songkran is a f**king nightmare. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingstonkid Posted April 3, 2023 Author Share Posted April 3, 2023 5 minutes ago, brewsterbudgen said: That was just the silly Bangkok Governor. There's no booze ban at Songkran, but many bars/restaurants close to give their staff the time off and because Songkran is a f**king nightmare. Who do you think makes the rules for Bangkok ban is being imposed with this being no sale and consumption of alcohol, using high-pressure water guns, smearing powder and wearing revealing clothes I know financially it makes little sense but then again TIT 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokey and the Bandit Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 I don't think there is any ban over Songkran, but there is a ban next month(May) for 2 days because of the election? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephen tracy Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 7 hours ago, Smokey and the Bandit said: I don't think there is any ban over Songkran, but there is a ban next month(May) for 2 days because of the election? Probably Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunBENQ Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 23 minutes ago, Smokey and the Bandit said: I don't think there is any ban over Songkran, but there is a ban next month(May) for 2 days because of the election? Sure. 24 hours from May 13rd, 18h (6 PM). (Saturday evening to Sunday evening) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunBENQ Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 In other news you read that alcohol is banned at (official) events. That is more plausible and realistic to enforce. But a ban for the whole city incl. shutting down bars/clubs etc.? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tropposurfer Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 Drinks at my place. Beers n home made fruity Sangria with lunch. Cocktails at 6. Loose, scantily clad women optional. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AgMech Cowboy Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 9 hours ago, kingstonkid said: Who do you think makes the rules for Bangkok He 'governs' Bangkok. He has a lot of say, but he is not a ruler nor does he make the law. I don't live 'in' BKK, but I saw that article. Didn't make any sense to me. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky Bones Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 It is only correct if you go to the wrong bars. Bargirls also take some time off.???????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky Bones Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 7 hours ago, Tropposurfer said: Drinks at my place. Beers n home made fruity Sangria with lunch. Cocktails at 6. Loose, scantily clad women optional. Am I supposed to bring loose, scantily clad women or are you supplying????????? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sticky Rice Balls Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 9 hours ago, Tropposurfer said: Drinks at my place. Beers n home made fruity Sangria with lunch. Cocktails at 6. Loose, scantily clad women optional. is there a cover charge? can i be scantily clad if the women show up? asking for a friend...better have Suh--pu-eye (SPY) wiiii(ne) cool-aaah if ladies there 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soi3eddie Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 9 hours ago, Tropposurfer said: Loose, scantily clad women optional. Only optional? Not much fun then. Pass. ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sticky Rice Balls Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 (edited) 3 minutes ago, soi3eddie said: Only optional? Not much fun then. Pass. ???? i say we start a petition for mandatory ladies..could raise the cover charge tho... Edited April 3, 2023 by Sticky Rice Balls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deserted Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 So this Thursday on Chakri day, there is no alcohol ban right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydebolle Posted April 4, 2023 Share Posted April 4, 2023 The dinosaurs woke up in between and referred to "no booze on Songkran". Good luck with that one! I'm going to get popcorn to truly enjoy Thailand's latest law enforcement attempt - possibly some limited lining of pockets might take place - stay tuned ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brewsterbudgen Posted April 4, 2023 Share Posted April 4, 2023 8 hours ago, Deserted said: So this Thursday on Chakri day, there is no alcohol ban right? No. It's not a religious holiday. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumbo1968 Posted April 4, 2023 Share Posted April 4, 2023 23 hours ago, KhunBENQ said: On Chakri day? Never noticed. It's not a Buddhist or mourning day. Just praising the monarchy. Booze ban over Songkran!!!! Wow, I think you got it in the wrong pipeline. There are misc requests and appeals to the public to keep alcohol consumption under control. Don't drink and drive. Maybe certain alcohol free events? Particularly from the Bangkok governor. But a ban could provoke an uprise I don’t think it would matter as the Thais would be able to buy alcohol some where, the ‘uprising’ would be with the foreigners who appear can’t go a few days with out consuming alcohol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunBENQ Posted April 4, 2023 Share Posted April 4, 2023 4 hours ago, Jumbo1968 said: I don’t think it would matter as the Thais would be able to buy alcohol some where, the ‘uprising’ would be with the foreigners who appear can’t go a few days with out consuming alcohol. I am neither thinking about Thais nor Expats but about the entertainment industry, bars/clubs etc. No alcohol -> shut the doors. Still can't believe it. What a stupid move for a city like Bangkok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumbo1968 Posted April 4, 2023 Share Posted April 4, 2023 41 minutes ago, KhunBENQ said: I am neither thinking about Thais nor Expats but about the entertainment industry, bars/clubs etc. No alcohol -> shut the doors. Still can't believe it. What a stupid move for a city like Bangkok. When did the Thai government ever think about businesses when it comes to alcohol sales, never ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andycoops Posted April 4, 2023 Share Posted April 4, 2023 Utter rubbish to even think about a ban at Songkran. Even in covid times things carried on as normal up here in the deep bush of Isaan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunBENQ Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 (edited) 9 hours ago, Andycoops said: Utter rubbish to even think about a ban at Songkran. Exactly. And as I assumed: Quote One of the preventative measures is an alcohol sales ban in official Songkran activity areas. From this new thread: https://aseannow.com/topic/1291195-bangkok-governor-aims-to-reduce-traffic-related-deaths-during-songkran-to-six/ Edited April 5, 2023 by KhunBENQ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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