Full Moon Party 2026 to 2027: Dates and the Bangkok Stopover
Full Moon Party 2026 to 2027: Dates and the Bangkok Stopover
Every Full Moon Party date from November 2026 to April 2027, how to get from Bangkok to Haad Rin, how to stay safe on the beach, and what to do in Bangkok before or after.
The Full Moon Party is the beach party everyone has heard of. Once a month, Haad Rin beach on Koh Phangan fills with neon paint, buckets, fire shows and sound systems from the bars along the sand, and it goes until sunrise.
It’s a long way from Bangkok by road, but an easy trip by air. Here are the dates, the routes, and the stuff people wish they’d known.
Full Moon Party dates
Dates are published by Haad Rin’s business association. They usually fall on or near the full moon, but they move when the full moon lands on a Buddhist holiday. Always double check before you book anything.
2026
- Tuesday 24 November 2026
- Thursday 24 December 2026, the Christmas Eve edition
- Thursday 31 December 2026, the New Year countdown party
2027
- Friday 22 January 2027
- Monday 22 February 2027
- Monday 22 March 2027
- Wednesday 21 April 2027
The February and April dates differ between some listings, so treat them as likely, not final. December is the busiest month of the year on the island, and the New Year party is the biggest night of all.
Bangkok to Koh Phangan
There is no airport on Koh Phangan and no bridge, so every route ends on a boat.
Fly to Koh Samui, then ferry
The fastest way. Flights from Bangkok to Samui take around an hour. From Samui, ferries and speedboats cross to Koh Phangan in about half an hour to an hour depending on the boat. Some land right at Haad Rin pier, others at Thong Sala on the other side of the island, which then means a ride across. Samui flights fill up fast around party dates, so book early.
Overnight train and ferry
The budget route. Take the night train south to Surat Thani, get the bus to the pier, then the ferry to Thong Sala. Grab a second-class sleeper. It’s slow (most of a day door to door) but cheap, and you sleep through the long part.
Bus and boat joint ticket
Travel agents around Khao San Road sell combined bus and ferry tickets that leave Bangkok in the evening and reach Koh Phangan the next day. The cheapest option, and the least comfortable.
Stay on Samui
Many people sleep on Koh Samui and take a party boat across for the night. Easier hotels, but you’re on a boat at dawn, which isn’t for everyone.
Where to stay
- Haad Rin: walk to the party and back. Rooms go fast, and many places want a minimum stay of a few nights around party dates.
- Elsewhere on Koh Phangan: quieter beaches and cheaper rooms, with a taxi ride to Haad Rin.
- Koh Samui: the most hotel choice and the easiest flights, but you need a boat both ways on the night.
For December and the New Year party, book as early as you can.
Staying safe on the beach
- Buckets: the famous mix of spirits, mixer and energy drink. Watch it get made, buy from proper bars, and pace yourself.
- Fire shows: enjoy them from a distance. Skip the fire rope skipping, burns are common.
- Shoes: wear them. There is broken glass in the sand.
- Water: don’t swim at night or after drinking.
- Valuables: leave your passport and expensive stuff in your room. Bring a copy of your ID and only the cash you need.
- Getting back: agree a meeting point with your friends before you lose signal. If you’re on a boat home, check it isn’t overloaded and wear the life jacket.
- Help: the medical emergency number in Thailand is 1669.
More on ID checks, closing times and the rules visitors get caught by: Thailand nightlife rules for tourists.
Your Bangkok stopover
Most trips to Koh Phangan start and end in Bangkok. If your Full Moon falls midweek, the weekend before or after is a good time for a couple of nights in the city, and Bangkok’s club scene is a very different night from the beach.
The house and techno scene is in Silom, close to BTS Sala Daeng and Chong Nonsi. One of the clubs there is ours.
Mustache Bangkok
A house and techno club on Decho Road in Silom with a VOID Acoustics sound system, open Friday and Saturday. Melodic techno, techno, tech house and house, with international guests and local residents.
- Open
- Fri and Sat, 22:00 to 03:30
- Entry
- From 350 THB online, incl. 1 drink before midnight
- Getting there
- BTS Chong Nonsi, 5 min walk
- Door
- 20+, bring ID, no flip flops
Prefer it faster and harder? Subwerk, in the same building, plays hard techno on Fridays.
Coming over New Year’s? Our New Year’s Eve Bangkok guide covers the city side, and the Thailand festival calendar lists everything else on this season.
FAQ
When is the next Full Moon Party?
Tuesday 24 November 2026, then Thursday 24 December and the New Year party on Thursday 31 December 2026.
How much is the Full Moon Party entry fee?
200 THB, paid at the entrance to Haad Rin beach. Drinks, transport and rooms are extra.
How do I get from Bangkok to the Full Moon Party?
Fly to Koh Samui (about an hour) and take a ferry to Koh Phangan. Cheaper: overnight train or bus to Surat Thani, then the ferry.
Is there a Full Moon Party on New Year’s Eve 2026?
Yes, on Thursday 31 December 2026, a week after the 24 December party.
Is the Full Moon Party safe?
Mostly, if you’re sensible. Watch your drink, skip the fire games, keep your passport in your room, and don’t take drugs.
Can I stay in Koh Samui and go to the Full Moon Party?
Yes. Many people do, and take an evening boat over and a morning boat back. Book the boats in advance.
