2026-10-23 · 8 min read
Koh Phangan Full Moon Party Dates 2026 & 2027
The next Full Moon Party is on Tuesday 27 October 2026 at Haad Rin Nok (Sunrise Beach), Koh Phangan. After that come 24 November and 24 December 2026, then a New Year countdown party on 31 December. Below: every official date for 2026 and 2027, why the party sometimes moves, and how to plan one big night plus a quiet pool-villa week.
Last checked against the official Koh Phangan Full Moon Party schedule: 23 October 2026.
Jump to: 2026 dates · 2027 dates · Where to stay
Full Moon Party dates 2026 (remaining)
| Date | Day | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 27 Oct 2026 | Tue | Official note: 26 Oct coincides with the End of Buddhist Lent |
| 24 Nov 2026 | Tue | Full Moon |
| 24 Dec 2026 | Thu | Full Moon (Christmas Eve) |
| 31 Dec 2026 | Thu | New Year countdown party (not a full moon) |
Full Moon Party November 2026: Tue 24 Nov. Full Moon Party December 2026: Thu 24 Dec, then the 31 Dec countdown: two parties in one week.
Full Moon Party dates 2027
| Date | Day | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 22 Jan 2027 | Fri | Full Moon |
| 22 Feb 2027 | Mon | Official note: 21 Feb coincides with Makha Bucha Day |
| 22 Mar 2027 | Mon | Full Moon |
| 21 Apr 2027 | Wed | Full Moon |
| 21 May 2027 | Fri | Official note: 20 May coincides with Visakha Bucha Day |
| 19 Jun 2027 | Sat | Full Moon |
| 20 Jul 2027 | Tue | Official note: 18 Jul is Asalha Bucha Day and 19 Jul the start of Buddhist Lent, so the party moves to the day after both |
| 17 Aug 2027 | Tue | Full Moon |
| 15 Sep 2027 | Wed | Full Moon |
| 16 Oct 2027 | Sat | Official note: 15 Oct coincides with the End of Buddhist Lent |
| 13 Nov 2027 | Sat | Full Moon |
| 13 Dec 2027 | Mon | Full Moon |
| 31 Dec 2027 | Fri | New Year countdown party (not a full moon) |
2027 dates can still move. Check this page or the official site before booking flights.
Why the date isn't always the full moon
The party follows the lunar calendar, but since a March 2026 notice from the Haad Rin organisers, any party that lands on a major Buddhist holy day (Wan Phra Yai) is postponed to the day after it. When two holy days fall back to back, as on 18 and 19 July 2027, the party moves to the day after both: 20 July. The official dates page marks the affected dates, and we've copied those notes into the tables above.
Does the Full Moon Party ever move from the actual full moon? Yes. It moves off major Buddhist holy days, and the official page warns that dates may also change with local or government announcements.
So "the dates are known a year in advance" isn't safe advice: they're published early, but they can change. Check again before you fly.
Party night vs the rest of your week: choosing a base
Where to stay in Koh Phangan for the Full Moon Party comes down to one question. Is it better to stay in Haad Rin or somewhere quieter for Full Moon? It depends on whether you want to walk to the party or sleep well the other nights. There are two honest options.
1. Stay on the Haad Rin peninsula. You can walk to Sunrise Beach. The trade-off: it's loud on party nights, and most of the accommodation is guesthouses and bungalows. Dreamy doesn't currently list any stays in Haad Rin. If you want to be right by the beach, our Haad Rin area guide explains the peninsula's layout, including the quieter Haad Rin Nai side.
2. Stay on the quiet side and go to Haad Rin for one night. Srithanu, Hin Kong, Chaloklum, Wok Tum and Haad Yao sit on the west and north coasts, away from the party. This is where Dreamy's pool villas are, and it's the better base for space, a private pool and sleep: one taxi or transfer over for the night, then back to a quiet house. So if you're "6 friends who want one big party night and a quiet pool villa for the rest of the week": pick a date above, book a group villa in Srithanu, Hin Kong or Chaloklum, and plan one taxi or transfer to Haad Rin for party night.
Getting to Haad Rin on party night from the west or north coast
There are two usual ways:
- Shared songthaew taxis, the pickup-truck taxis that run around the island.
- A pre-booked private transfer. Best for groups: everyone leaves and returns together.
The peninsula itself, on party night and the other days, is covered in the Haad Rin Full Moon guide.
Either way, agree the return time and pickup point before you go, and leave plenty of margin: party-night traffic varies.
Baan Tai / Thong Sala as a middle option
The south coast around Baan Tai and Thong Sala sits in between: livelier than the west coast and closer to Haad Rin. Dreamy doesn't list stays there yet. For the full picture, read where to stay on Koh Phangan: 8 areas compared.
When to book
The busiest months are December and January, above all Christmas–New Year week with its two parties (24 and 31 December).
How many days before the Full Moon Party should you arrive? A day or two before, so you're settled in before the big night.
Most visitors arrive by ferry, so check your visa situation before you travel.
How booking works on Dreamy: you send a request for your dates and we reply with a quote. Once you accept, your dates are held for the period stated in your quote, and the booking is confirmed once payment is verified. Party dates can carry their own cancellation terms, shown in your quote, so read them before you accept. Our standard policy is on the cancellation page.
Party-night checklist
- Cash in small notes, kept somewhere secure.
- A small bag you can keep on you all night.
- Water, and plenty of it.
- A meeting point agreed before you arrive, in case phones die.
- Your villa address saved offline, plus your driver's pickup time and spot.
- Don't swim after drinking.
- Avoid buckets from unknown sources, and don't take anything you can't account for.
Use your judgement, look after each other, and travel home together.
Find a quiet-side villa for your Full Moon week
- Villa SunTien: Haad Yao, 4 bedrooms, up to 8 guests, private infinity pool. Request your dates
- Azure Villa: Srithanu, 4 bedrooms, up to 8 guests, private infinity pool with sea view. Request your dates
- Villa ASHA: Hin Kong, 4 bedrooms, up to 8 guests, private pool with ocean view. Request your dates
- Chaloklum Bay Views Villa: Chaloklum, 4 bedrooms, up to 8 guests, private infinity pool. Request your dates
Group of 10, or just the two of you? Tell us your numbers and we'll suggest villas that fit.
Staying longer than party week? Our guide to a one-month stay on Koh Phangan covers planning a longer base on the island.
FAQ
When is the next Full Moon Party?
The next Full Moon Party is on 27 October 2026 at Haad Rin Nok (Sunrise Beach), Koh Phangan. The following dates are 24 November and 24 December 2026, plus a New Year countdown party on 31 December.
What are the Full Moon Party dates for 2027?
The official schedule lists 22 Jan, 22 Feb, 22 Mar, 21 Apr, 21 May, 19 Jun, 20 Jul, 17 Aug, 15 Sep, 16 Oct, 13 Nov and 13 Dec 2027, plus a 31 December countdown. Dates can change, so check before booking flights.
Is the Full Moon Party always on the full moon?
Usually, but not always. When the full moon falls on a major Buddhist holy day (Wan Phra Yai), the party moves to the day after it.
Where should we stay for the Full Moon Party?
Stay on the Haad Rin peninsula if you want to walk to the party and don't mind the noise. Stay on the quieter west or north coast if you want a pool villa and sleep, and take a taxi to Haad Rin for the night.
How many days before the Full Moon Party should we arrive?
A day or two before is a good plan.
Is there a party on New Year's Eve?
Yes. Haad Rin hosts a New Year countdown party on 31 December, one week after the 24 December 2026 Full Moon Party.