Welcome to the first week of 2024!

As we bid farewell to 2023 and embrace the possibilities of the new year, it’s time to kickstart our weekly rendezvous with the hottest events on the island. After a two-week hiatus, we’re back in full swing with a lineup that promises excitement.

Join us for networking sessions to expand your connections, indulge in leisurely brunches that elevate your weekends, and immerse yourself in the vibrant celebrations of Orthodox Christmas and the Epiphany. For a touch of French flair, mark your calendars for this Saturday’s gathering in Nai Harn, where the delightful Galette des Rois will be paired with crisp, refreshing cider. Of course, the party scene continues to thrive with the trendiest clubs and beach clubs hosting the ultimate nightlife experiences. Start the weekend with the smooth sounds of bossa nova at Selina in Rawai.

Get ready for a week filled with connection, celebration, and the unmistakable energy of Phuket’s social scene! Let’s make 2024 a year filled with unforgettable moments!

THURSDAY 04 JANUARY 2024

CHILL RAVE ON THE WAVE AT CHALONG PIER BY ASAP PROJECTS

All inclusive Yacht Party by Asap Projects

DJ Lineup:
Ray Sun
Vladasyan
Vio Nomadic
Krestovskaya
+Mike Fluteman

Activities: snorkeling, stand-up paddles, water slides, contest and prizes, photographer, DJ sets and live music.

Tickets includes: free alcohol, free greens, free food, insurance.

Location: Chalong Pier
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Date: THU 4 JAN
Time: 13:00 – 20:00
Price: single ticket THB 5,000
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COUSCOUS PARTY AT HOTEL LOTUS BLEU

Couscous party, dessert, live music band

Location: Hotel Lotus Bleu, Rawai
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Date: THU 4 JAN
Time: 19:00 – 22:00
Price: NC
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JAZZ & BOSSA NOVA CONCERT & DINNER AT SELINA

Join us for an incredible evening of jazz and bossa nova at the Selina Serenity Rawai Resort seaside restaurant and bar HOWM. Enjoy dinner and live music under the moon with the sea as our backdrop. Get ready to be mesmerized by the jazzy soulful tunes of MJ Harvie. This in-person dinner concert promises to transport you to a world of smooth melodies and rhythmic beats. So grab your friends and family and come experience the magic of live music in the beautiful seaside setting of Selina Serenity Rawai Resort’s HOWM Restaurant. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable night!

About MJ Harvie
MJ Harvie brings one of her favorite musical selections to Phuket. She will perform an eclectic set including originals. After a hiatus from performing live, MJ Harvie makes her return to the stage with her Phuket debut

Location: Selina, Rawai
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Date: THU 4 JAN
Time: 19:00 – 21:30
Price: FREE entry
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FRIDAY 05 JANUARY 2024

GROW BOATING EVENING AT THE ROYAL PHUKET MARINA

We look forward to seeing you at the Grow Boating Evening at the Isola restaurant at the Royal Phuket Marina from 5pm on Friday the 5th of January.

We are delighted to announce that our drinks sponsor for the evening will be Blue Peter Marine, Specialists in international yacht regulations and marina classifications. See https://www.facebook.com/bluepetermarine/

There will be a delicious buffet sponsored by Isola Restaurant for all attendees and as always, all your favourite beverages will be available from the bar.

Come and join in the fun, everyone is welcome and there is no entry fee and if you know anyone you think would be interested in coming, please invite them along

To join our mailing list please send an email to growboatingphuket@gmail.com

Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/growboatingphuket

Grow Boating is kindly supported by our media partner The Phuket News, Live 89.5 radio and Phuket News TV. See www.thephuketnews.com

Location: Isola Restaurant at Royal Phuket Marina
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Date: FRI 5 JAN
Time: 17:00
Price: FREE
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ROOTS: FNX OMAR AT CAFE DEL MAR

Café del Mar Phuket presents ROOTS.

We are thrilled to welcome FNX OMAR to our first event of the season on Friday, January 5th!

ROOTS is about stepping into the rhythm of a curated night full of infectious melodies that blend soulful roots with deep and thriving drums. A ritualistic musical saga celebration is one of today’s largest sub-genres of house music—afro-house.

We will bring you some of the biggest names of the Afro House music scene

Location: Cafe del Mar, Kamala
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Date: FRI 5 JAN
Time: 21:00 – till late
Price: FREE ENTRY
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DRUM & BASS SESSIONS AT OZY CLUB

Our biggest DnB Sessions line up yet!

Rise(UK) (Jungle Cakes), Saxxon (V Recordings), a LIVE Saxaphone set by Trodly, and a plethora of the best local talent from Phuket! This one’s not to be missed!

Lineup:
Rise (Jungle Cakes, DnB Allstars)
Saxxon (V Recordings, Hosptial Recs)
Trodly
Jaybee
In-tension
Aurum

Location: Ozy Club, Cherngtalay
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Date: FRI 5 JAN
Time: 21:00 until late
Price: FREE entry
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ROGER SANCHEZ AT ARMANIA PHUKET

Gear up for the first weekend of 2024 as we bring you the one and only GRAMMY award winner, DJ and Producer ROGER SANCHEZ alongside KRISTEN KNIGHT at Armania Phuket.

Location: Armania Phuket, Patong
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Date: FRI 5 JAN
Time: 22:00 until late
Price: THB 500 incl. 1 drink
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SATURDAY 06 JANUARY 2024

WOMEN’S PEER SUPPORT GROUP MEETING

Monthly Meeting in January

Open only for those who identify as female. Space is limited to 10 women per meeting. Conducted in English.

January 2024 marks the support group’s 2nd year Anniversary!

The women’s peer support group aims to create a safe, positive, and supportive environment for women who need to freely talk about their personal issues, experiences, and struggles without judgment. Privacy and confidentiality are at the core of the support group, “What you say in the room, stays in the room.”

We believe that by sharing experiences and exchanging coping strategies will allow the members to give and receive support from each other—creating a sense of belonging and validation, reducing feelings of isolation and loneliness, reducing the stigma associated with mental health challenges, enhancing coping skills, improving self-esteem, and increasing motivation and resilience.

Location: Safe Space Phuket, Phuket Town
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Date: SAT 6 JAN
Time: 10:30 – 12:30
Price: donation based (min THB 200)
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GALETTE DES ROIS AT NAI HARN LAKE

Bonjour Phuket is inviting us to gather around the galette des rois at Nai Harn Lake near the temple.

Location: Nai Harn Lake near Temple
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Date: SAT 6 JAN
Time: 15:00 – 18:00
Price: FREE for members and for non-members THB 100 for 1 slice of galette and THB 60 for a glass of cider
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ORTHODOX CHRISTMAS BUFFET AT MELIA MAI KHAO

Meliá Phuket Mai Khao has created a special menu to celebrate Orthodox Christmas. Join us to spend your memorable and sharing moments with your loved ones. Savor your evening with Surf & Turf, whole fish carving station, rock lobster, and beef steak.

Entertainment: Live DJ, modern sunset IBIZA lounge music.

Location: Beach lawn at Melia Mai Khao
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Date: SAT 6 DEC
Time: 18:30 – 21:30
Price: THB 1,490++ per person + THB 890++ per person for drink package
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SURF & TURF BUFFET AT THE WATERCOURT, BANYAN TREE PHUKET

Delight in an evening where the traditional land meets sea with our exclusive Surf and Turf Buffet, featuring a premium selection of top meats and the freshest seafood, each complementing the other perfectly. It’s a culinary delight that’s a must for every food enthusiast! And, enhance your dining experience with our thrilling Fire Show Performance, live at The Watercourt.

Join us for an unforgettable night of exquisite flavors and captivating entertainment.

Location: The Watercourt at Banyan Tree Phuket
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Date: SAT 6 JAN
Time: 18:30 – 22:30
Price: THB 2,900 net per person | THB 1,450 net per child aged 6-12
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HOUSE IS A FEELING FEAT. DRUM WARRIOR AT CLUB ZHU

Dean Oram aka Drum Warrior is an exceptional master of Percussion which he combines into his DJ Sets. His passion for House music and drums adds a live energy that captivates the crowd.

@drum_warrior01 ’s unique style has earned him an amazing schedule of events not only performing for Labels, brands, but also joining elite artists on stage, a highlight of his career was Joining Faithless on festival duties in 2022 playing percussion alongside Sister Bliss, plus his own headline DJ & Drum sets in Dubai. Furthermore, he had top 20 chart success in the past with collaborations released under his own name and his own label, Warrior Grooves

Location: Club ZHU, Rawai
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Date: SAT 6 JAN
Time: 23:00 until late
Price: FREE entry before midnight and after THB 200 incl. 1 drink
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SUNDAY 07 JANUARY 2024

ORTHODOX CHRISTMAS BRUNCH AT JARAS RESTAURANT

Elevate your Orthodox Christmas celebration with an opulent brunch at InterContinental Phuket Resort.

Treat yourself to a magical experience where tradition and modernity intertwine in a heartwarming celebration. Embark on a culinary journey, savouring traditional flavours with modern twists, and create cherished memories with your loved ones as you share special Christmas wishes.

Join us at this joyous occasion on 7 January 2024 and indulge in the spirit of the season.

Location: Jaras at InterContinental Phuket, Kamala
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Date: SUN 7 JAN
Time: 12:00 – 15:00
Price: THB 3,950++ per adult (food only)
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TASTE OF SEA SALT BRUNCH AT SEA SALT LOUNGE & GRILL

Join us at Sea Salt Lounge and Grill for an exquisite and newly experience! Dive into the delectable world of sea flavours at our exclusive ‘Taste of Sea Salt’ Brunch. Enjoy free flow bubbles, wines and cocktails

Location: Sea Salt Lounge & Grill, Patong
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Date: SUN 7 JAN
Time: 12:00 – 15:00
Price: THB 1,990++ per person (inclusive of food and all drinks)
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THURSDAY 04 JANUARY 2024