SOUTHEASTERN
GATHERING

SOUTHEASTERNGATHERING

Public House

2025
October2026
Bangkok
Official Southeastern Gathering 2026 event poster
Bangkok’s six-day festival ofBluegrass · Irish Trad · Old-Time
Banjos
Fiddles
Mandolins
And more!
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Public HouseSukhumvit 31 · Bangkok, Thailand
249 Soi Sukhumvit 31, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110, Thailand
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Programme

What’s on.

Three exclusive 20-guest Pickin’ Parlour concerts take place in the private Penthouse Suite, followed by the main weekend Friday–Sunday.

Tuesday20 October

Pickin’ Parlour: Dobro Night

An intimate night with leading Dobro players in a private room high above Bangkok, exploring the instrument’s slide, sustain and roots in bluegrass, blues and acoustic music. Two hours of free-flow drinks are included.

Wednesday21 October

Pickin’ Parlour: Mandolin Night

Leading mandolin players trace a path from Irish traditional music to American roots through tunes, stories, rhythm and melody. An intimate 20-guest concert with two hours of free-flow drinks included.

Thursday22 October

Pickin’ Parlour: Banjo Night

North Carolina banjo player Tray Wellington joins Tatsuya Kuwabara of Japan’s Bluegrass Police for an evening celebrating the music of Doc Watson through tunes, stories and five-string banjo. Limited to 20 guests, with two hours of free-flow drinks included.

Friday23 October

Welcome Jam / Free Flow

A warm opening night for players, listeners, travellers and friends, with free-flow beer, soft drinks and canapés.

Saturday24 October

THE GATHERING

The main event: a full day of local and international acts across bluegrass, old-time and Irish traditional music.

Sunday25 October

Songs & Stories Brunch

A relaxed acoustic brunch moving from Irish traditions into early American roots music, ending with everyone playing together.

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20–25 October · Public House

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A wide circular session with musicians and listeners gathered closely togetherFrom the Gathering

2026 artists

Across oceans, around one table.

Bluegrass Police, Tray Wellington and Cameron Mather are confirmed for 2026.

The five members of Bluegrass Police with their instruments
Bluegrass Police · Tokyo
Tray Wellington playing five-string banjo
Tray Wellington · North Carolina

Tokyo · Japan

Bluegrass Police

Formed in Tokyo in 2010, Bluegrass Police bring five distinct musical personalities together in an energetic, playful and deeply rooted bluegrass sound.

North Carolina · USA

Tray Wellington

Five-string banjo player whose progressive voice connects Scruggs-style bluegrass with jazz and contemporary roots music. Appearing on Thursday’s Banjo Night.

Sydney · Australia

Cameron Mather

Irish tenor banjo player, singer, multi-instrumentalist and teacher rooted in Australia’s Irish traditional music and session community. Appearing on Thursday’s Banjo Night.

And more from the bluegrass and Irish traditional music communities. Check back for lineup updates.

A crowded jam circle filling Public House in front of the arched barFrom the Gathering

Venue & hotel

Stay where the music happens.

Public House Bangkok hosts the Gathering and puts your room an elevator ride from the music, in the heart of Sukhumvit.

249 Soi Sukhumvit 31, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110, Thailand

Near BTS Phrom Phong and MRT Sukhumvit · limited parking · taxi and Grab recommended

Good to know.

Can children attend?

Pickin’ Parlour evenings are not suitable for children. Children may attend the Saturday and Sunday events; these are the recommended family days. One child under 12 may attend free with each paying adult.

How do I join the Friday jam?

Bring an instrument if you want to play. Listen first, ask the session lead if you are unsure, join tunes you know, and leave space for singers and solos. The Pickin’ Parlour nights and other ticketed events are listening sessions rather than open jams.

Is there parking?

Limited on-site parking is available first come, first served. Public transport or Grab is recommended.

Can I stay at the venue?

Yes. Public House Bangkok is a hotel, so guests can book a room in the same building.