Planning to see The Weeknd at Rajamangala National Stadium in Bangkok? The After Hours Til Dawn concert brings together "Blinding Lights", "Starboy" and songs from Hurry Up Tomorrow. October 12 tickets are sold out, so check ticket purchase options for the added October 13 show
The Weeknd in Bangkok: Second Night of the After Hours Til Dawn Tour
The Weeknd is performing on Monday, October 12, 2026, at Rajamangala National Stadium in Bangkok, as part of the Asian finale of the After Hours Til Dawn tour. The program is scheduled to begin at 19:50, close to the previously announced time of 20:00, while the gates open at 17:00. This leaves time to arrive, find your designated section, and enjoy the opening act.
The originally planned concert on October 11 has expanded into three consecutive concert nights, October 11, 12, and 13. Tickets for October 11 and 12 are sold out, while October 13 is the final additional date in Bangkok. If you are still planning to attend, it is worth checking ticket availability for the additional date in good time.
From Dark R&B to Stadium Pop
Behind the name The Weeknd is Abel Tesfaye, an artist whose music began as mysterious, atmospheric R&B and gradually conquered pop charts around the world. Early material such as House of Balloons introduced his falsetto, slower rhythms, and dark lyrics. Later albums expanded his sound toward electronic music, synth-pop, and dance music.
This is why his concerts appeal to different generations of listeners. Those who have followed him since his early releases recognize the darker side of songs such as "Wicked Games" and "The Hills", while a broader audience will easily recognize "Can't Feel My Face", "Starboy", "I Feel It Coming", "Save Your Tears", and "Blinding Lights". These songs demonstrate a range extending from pulsating R&B to pop choruses that tens of thousands of people can sing together.
"Blinding Lights" holds a particularly special place, a song recognizable for its fast rhythm and synthesizers inspired by 1980s pop. Billboard declared it the most successful song in the history of its Hot 100 chart. It is an example of his ability to transform intimate lyrics into a stadium-sized chorus.
Hurry Up Tomorrow and the Story Connecting the Albums
The current tour brings together the musical worlds of three albums: After Hours from 2020, Dawn FM from 2022, and Hurry Up Tomorrow from 2025. The latest completes a trilogy exploring themes of escape, loneliness, fame, and attempts at a new beginning. This connection allows newer and older songs to be heard as parts of the same story.
Hurry Up Tomorrow includes "Cry for Me", "Open Hearts", "Wake Me Up", "Timeless" featuring Playboi Carti, and "São Paulo" featuring Anitta. "Timeless" delivers a harder beat and a rap collaboration, "São Paulo" emphasizes club energy, while "Open Hearts" takes a more emotional, melodic approach. This diversity defines the concert's dynamics.
The After Hours Til Dawn tour began in 2022, and by its Asian leg in 2026, it had become one of the most commercially successful stadium tours. Pollstar reported that by 2025 it had generated more than one billion US dollars in revenue and sold over 7.5 million tickets. The production has evolved alongside the albums.
What Previous Concerts Reveal About the Setlist
The song order for October 12 has not been confirmed, but performances in Jakarta in late September and Singapore in early October provide a useful guide. According to recorded setlists from Singapore, The Weeknd combined songs from Hurry Up Tomorrow, Dawn FM, and After Hours with earlier fan favorites, while transitions between individual songs were often fast and without lengthy spoken interruptions.
Among the songs performed at those concerts were "Baptized in Fear", "Open Hearts", "Wake Me Up", "Starboy", "The Hills", "Take My Breath", "Call Out My Name", "Save Your Tears", and "Blinding Lights". This is not an announcement of the setlist for Bangkok: the order, individual performances, and transitions may vary from night to night.
A concert review from Singapore describes the performance as an almost uninterrupted sequence of songs, featuring powerful vocals, multiple sections of the stage, dancers, a large sculpture, lasers, and fire effects. The review describes the Singapore concert and does not confirm an identical setup in Bangkok. Nevertheless, it shows that the music is conceived as a connected visual and sonic sequence.
Creepy Nuts Bring a Different Rhythm Before the Main Performance
The Japanese hip-hop duo Creepy Nuts, consisting of rapper R-Shitei and DJ Matsunaga, has been confirmed as the opening act in Bangkok. They are known for fast-paced rap, DJ skills, and rhythmic changes. Audiences outside Japan became particularly familiar with them thanks to "Bling-Bang-Bang-Born", a song that gained international recognition and became associated with the anime series Mashle: Magic and Muscles.
Their direct hip-hop sound differs from The Weeknd's melancholic melodies. It is worth arriving early enough to avoid missing the confirmed opening act because of traffic congestion or waiting for security checks. Their separate starting time has not yet been confirmed.
Rajamangala National Stadium: A Venue for Large-Scale Productions
Rajamangala National Stadium is located in the Hua Mak neighborhood, in the Bang Kapi district on the eastern side of Bangkok. The stadium opened in 1998 for the Asian Games and is known as the home of Thailand's national football team. Its capacity for sporting events is approximately 50,000 spectators, while seating and standing arrangements for concerts are adapted to the stage and production equipment. It is a large open-air venue with an athletics track surrounding the field, rather than an enclosed concert arena.
The stands offer a wider view of the stage design, lighting, and performers moving between different parts of the stage. In standing sections, the experience can feel more immediate, but visibility depends on the stage height, position within the section, and people standing in front of you. Acoustics and visibility vary by section, so it is worth choosing between an overview of the production and proximity to the stage.
For The Weeknd's music, the stadium offers a clear advantage: "Blinding Lights", "Starboy", and "Take My Breath" gain additional power when a large crowd follows the rhythm. Ballads such as "Call Out My Name" shift attention toward the voice. To experience the central part of the stage and its visual elements, it is useful to check the seating and section plan specifically applicable to Bangkok in advance.
Returning to Bangkok After Performing at IMPACT Arena
The Weeknd previously performed in Bangkok on December 2, 2018, when he visited IMPACT Arena during his first Asian tour. He is now moving from an indoor arena to the open-air national stadium, bringing newer songs and different stage design.
Bangkok is one of the important stops on the final Asian leg of the tour. Following concerts in Jakarta, Singapore, and Seoul, the Asian leg continues through Bangkok toward Hong Kong and Kuala Lumpur. For those considering traveling from other cities or countries, it is therefore particularly important to distinguish October 12, for which tickets are sold out, from the additional date on October 13.
How to Reach the Stadium and Plan Your Return
The stadium's address is 286 Ramkhamhaeng Road, Hua Mak, Bang Kapi, Bangkok 10240. It is located outside the main tourist areas of central Bangkok, so the journey from your accommodation may involve transfers. The stadium does not have a BTS or MRT station directly beside its entrance. One option is to take the MRT Yellow Line to Lat Phrao 101 station, from where you need to continue toward the stadium area on foot or by local transport. Another option is to take the Airport Rail Link to Ramkhamhaeng station and then continue to the stadium by bus or taxi.
Buses travel along Ramkhamhaeng Road and stop near the stadium complex and Ramkhamhaeng University. Routes and last departures should be checked before traveling. Taxis or app-based ride services are practical from public transport stations, but congestion can develop on access roads as tens of thousands of spectators arrive and leave. Those traveling by car should check parking options and traffic restrictions.
After the concert, it is best to choose a meeting point with your companions in advance and have an alternative plan if a taxi is not immediately available. It is useful to save the location of the entrance you used, charge your phone, and check the operating hours of the railway and metro lines.
Entry, Rules, and Weather Conditions
For visitors attending the second night, the most useful distinction is between the gate opening time and the program starting time. According to published information, the gates open at 17:00, while the program begins at 19:50. Visitors should check their section and entrance on their tickets and allow time for security screening. An email purchase confirmation is not a substitute for a valid ticket. A ticket for October 12 is valid for that date, not for the other nights of the Bangkok performances.
- Date: Monday, October 12, 2026; the concert is part of a three-day engagement from October 11 to 13.
- Venue: Rajamangala National Stadium, Hua Mak, Bang Kapi, Bangkok.
- Gates: from 17:00; the published program starting time is 19:50 local time.
- Opening act: Creepy Nuts; updated event information should be monitored for their individual starting time.
- Age restrictions: children under 12 are not allowed into standing areas; attendance by children under 7 is not recommended, and those under 16 should be supervised by an adult.
- Bags and equipment: small bags no larger than A4 size are more practical; prohibited items include, among others, professional recording equipment, glass bottles, large signs, and umbrellas.
October in Bangkok is still part of the period when heavy showers and high humidity are possible. Since the stadium is open-air, it is sensible to choose lightweight clothing and footwear suitable for standing for extended periods, and to consider a lightweight rain poncho instead of an umbrella. Rules regarding items allowed inside and directions to individual entrances may be updated, so a final check should be made on the day of the concert.
If you are only now organizing a trip to Bangkok specifically for The Weeknd, first check ticket availability for October 13, the only additional date after the first two nights sold out, and only then coordinate transport and accommodation. For visitors holding tickets for October 12, arriving on time and arranging the return journey in advance are the most important considerations.
Sources:
- The Weeknd - tour calendar and Bangkok dates: https://www.theweeknd.com/tour/
- Concert organizer - confirmation of three dates, Creepy Nuts, and sold-out performances: https://www.livenationtero.co.th/en/event/the-weeknd-after-hours-til-dawn-tour-bangkok-tickets-edp1678717
- Event details - gate opening time, program starting time, and age restrictions: https://www.thaiticketmajor.com/concert/the-weeknd-after-hours--til-dawn-tour.html
- Time Out Bangkok - schedule, ticket availability, and restrictions on items brought into the venue: https://www.timeout.com/bangkok/news/everything-to-know-about-the-weeknd-tour-092226
- Pollstar - the Asian leg of the tour and its sales results: https://news.pollstar.com/2026/05/11/the-weeknd-is-taking-his-record-breaking-after-hours-til-dawn-tour-to-asia/
- Official Charts - the album Hurry Up Tomorrow and the musical context of the trilogy: https://www.officialcharts.com/albums/weeknd-hurry-up-tomorrow/
- Billboard Canada - the historic success of Blinding Lights: https://ca.billboard.com/music/chart-beat/the-weeknds-blinding-lights-is-no-1-on-billboards-top-hot-100-songs-of-the-21st-century-chart
- CNA Lifestyle - report on the performance and stage production in Singapore: https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/weeknd-singapore-2026-after-hours-til-dawn-589921
- setlist.fm - setlists from performances in Singapore in 2026 and Bangkok in 2018: https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/the-weeknd/2026/national-stadium-singapore-singapore-5374fb21.html
- Billboard Japan - the members of Creepy Nuts and the success of Bling-Bang-Bang-Born: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/creepy-nuts-bling-bang-bang-181707835.html
- Football Tripper - stadium information, opening date, and capacity: https://footballtripper.com/thailand/rajamangala-stadium/
- Moovit - public transport stations near the stadium: https://moovitapp.com/
- Thai government - duration of the rainy season: https://thailand.go.th/public/guide-book-detail/009_142