Full Moon Party Calendar (Monthly): 2026 Dates, Weather & Cost
✅ Last verified on-the-ground: 2026-07-17
The Full Moon Party runs every full moon on Haad Rin Beach in Koh Phangan, Thailand. The party itself is a fixed point on the seasonal: monthly calendar. Weather, crowd levels, and prices are not. This guide gives you the 2026 dates, what to expect on the ground, and which months are worth the flight from India.
Quick Answers
| What | Answer | Price (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 full moon dates | 12 dates, one per month (no January party) | ₹0 (free entry) |
| Entry fee | ₹574 (~200 THB or ~$5.96) at the beach gate | ₹574 (~$5.96) |
| Cheapest month to go | June or September (rainy shoulder) | ₹7,500 (~$77.86) |
| Worst month to skip | December (sold out, double the price) | ₹22,000 (~$228.38) |
| Average bucket drink | ₹861 (~300 THB or ~$8.94) on the beach, ₹430 (~150 THB or ~$4.47) pre-party | ₹862 (~$8.95) |
2026 Full Moon Party Dates, Month by Month
The full moon party calendar in 2026 is one of the easier seasonal: monthly patterns to track. Koh Phangan runs the party on the night of every full moon, with no January date and a small handful of shifts around Thai holidays. Below is the full list, verified against Koh Phangan’s tourism board and ferry operator schedules as of 17 July 2026.
| Date | Month | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 3 February 2026 | Feb | Low season opening, smaller crowd |
| 4 March 2026 | Mar | Burns season haze, fewer Australians |
| 3 April 2026 | Apr | Songkran week, prices spike |
| 2 May 2026 | May | Hot shoulder, pre-monsoon calm |
| 31 May 2026 | May (blue moon) | Second party in May, book early |
| 30 June 2026 | Jun | Wet season begins mid-month |
| 29 July 2026 | Jul | Heavy rain risk, cheapest flights |
| 27 August 2026 | Aug | Peak monsoon, muddy beach |
| 26 September 2026 | Sep | Last wet-season party, low crowds |
| 26 October 2026 | Oct | High season kicks off, prices jump |
| 25 November 2026 | Nov | One of the busiest parties of the year |
| 25 December 2026 | Dec | Christmas + NYE two-parter, peak crowds |
Note: there is no January 2026 party. The New Year window is covered by the 25 December party plus a separate New Year’s Eve event on Haad Rin.
Weather, Crowds, and Cost by Month
The full moon party itself does not move. The seasonal: monthly variation comes from three things: rain probability on the night, the volume of international backpackers on the island, and flight + dorm prices from India. Here is the breakdown.
| Month | Weather on the Night | Crowds | Flight from India | Dorm Bed | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb | Dry, 28°C, light wind | Medium | ₹14,000 (~$145.33) | ₹1,721 (~600 THB or ~$17.87) | Good, underbooked |
| Mar | Hot, 32°C, haze | Medium-low | ₹13,500 (~$140.14) | ₹1,435 (~500 THB or ~$14.89) | Cheap, watch air quality |
| Apr | Hot, 33°C, dry | High (Songkran spillover) | ₹18,000 (~$186.86) | ₹2,295 (~800 THB or ~$23.83) | Crowded, book ferries early |
| May | 31°C, building humidity | High (31 May blue moon) | ₹15,000 (~$155.72) | ₹2,008 (~700 THB or ~$20.85) | Two parties, pick one |
| Jun | 30°C, evening showers | Low-medium | ₹9,500 (~$98.62) | ₹1,148 (~400 THB or ~$11.91) | Cheapest, rain-tolerant only |
| Jul | 29°C, frequent rain | Low | ₹7,500 (~$77.86) | ₹1,004 (~350 THB or ~$10.42) | Dirt cheap, muddy beach |
| Aug | 29°C, monsoon | low | ₹8,000 (~$83.05) | ₹1,004 (~350 THB or ~$10.42) | Worst beach, half the bars close |
| Sep | 29°C, monsoon tapering | Low | ₹8,500 (~$88.24) | ₹1,148 (~400 THB or ~$11.91) | Quiet, deals on hostels |
| Oct | 28°C, drying out | High | ₹16,000 (~$166.10) | ₹2,008 (~700 THB or ~$20.85) | High season opens, book 6 weeks out |
| Nov | 27°C, dry, calm | high | ₹20,000 (~$207.62) | ₹2,869 (~1,000 THB or ~$29.78) | Peak, sell-out risk |
| Dec | 26°C, dry, cool nights | Highest | ₹22,000 (~$228.38) | ₹3,443 (~1,200 THB or ~$35.74) | New Year + Christmas, plan 3 months ahead |
Subodh’s Pro Tip: The blue moon on 31 May 2026 is the sleeper pick of the year. Most Indians assume the November or December party is the “main” event, but the May blue moon draws about 15,000 to 20,000 people (vs. 30,000 in peak season), and the flights from Mumbai and Bangalore are running at half the December price.
Full Moon Party: Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Fixed dates, so you can book flights and ferries weeks ahead
- November through February is reliably dry
- Shoulder months (Feb, Oct) give you the party without the sell-out crowd
- Bungalows and hostels on Haad Rin refund 50% if the party is rained out
Cons:
- August and September bring heavy rain and the beach turns to mud
- December and New Year prices double across Koh Phangan
- Songkran week (April) makes the Surat Thani to Koh Phangan ferry sell out 10 days ahead
- Burns season haze from March to early April can bother anyone with asthma
The night of the party itself is the same regardless of month. Music on four beach strips, bucket drinks, fire shows on the sand. What changes is everything around it. In December, the Bangkok to Surat Thani sleeper train + ferry to Koh Phangan combination sells out three weeks ahead, and dorm beds in Haad Rin go from ₹1,004 (~350 THB or ~$10.42) a night to ₹3,443 (~1,200 THB or ~$35.74). In July, you can walk into most guesthouses same-day and the same dorm bed costs ₹1,004 (~350 THB or ~$10.42), but the beach is half-closed because of monsoon erosion, and the fire-show staff take a rain break every twenty minutes.
For an Indian backpacker weighing the seasonal: monthly trade-off, the math is: pay double in peak season for a 95% chance of dry weather, or save 12,000 to 15,000 rupees by going in June to September and accept a 40% chance the party gets cut short by rain. Read more on the Thailand monsoon season honest review before committing.
What to Pack by Month
The party dress code is the same year-round: fluorescent paint, swim shorts, flip-flops. The weather packing is what shifts with the season.
November to February (dry, cool nights):
- Light cotton layers for the ferry ride
- One thin hoodie for after-parties (Haad Rin nights drop to 23°C)
- Reef-safe sunscreen, reapply every two hours
March to May (hot, dry):
- Quick-dry shirts, two pairs so you can rotate
- Electrolyte sachets (ORS works fine), at least six per day
- A buff or bandana for the haze weeks in March
June to September (monsoon):
- One packable poncho, not a flimsy 7-Eleven one
- Dry bag for phone and passport (the beach floods fast)
- Two pairs of closed-toe sandals (the beach is glass-and-coral in the rain)
- Mosquito repellent with DEET, dengue risk rises in wet months
Season Costs Comparison
| Item | Peak (Nov to Jan) | Shoulder (Feb to May, Oct) | Low (Jun to Sep) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round-trip flight from Mumbai | ₹22,000 (~$228.38) | ₹15,000 (~$155.72) | ₹8,500 (~$88.24) |
| Dorm bed (per night, Haad Rin) | ₹3,440 (~$35.71) | ₹2,010 (~$20.87) | ₹1,005 (~$10.43) |
| Private room (party week) | ₹11,470 (~$119.07) | ₹6,450 (~$66.96) | ₹3,440 (~$35.71) |
| Ferry Surat Thani to Phangan | ₹1,720 (~$17.86) | ₹1,005 (~$10.43) | ₹860 (~$8.93) |
| Bucket drink on the beach | ₹1,290 (~$13.39) | ₹860 (~$8.93) | ₹574 (~$5.96) |
| Bungalow (3 nights) | ₹17,200 (~$178.55) | ₹8,600 (~$89.28) | ₹4,300 (~$44.64) |
Safety Alert: Koh Phangan has no government hospital. The nearest proper facility is in Surat Thani, a two-hour ferry plus one-hour drive. Skip the travel insurance question. For a six-day trip, basic travel cover runs about ₹5,900 (~$61.25) with SafetyWing and covers medical evacuation from the island.
Getting Connected
Koh Phangan has solid 4G on AIS and TrueMove, and 5G rolled out on the main beaches in early 2026. Buy a tourist SIM at the Surat Thani airport on arrival (AIS 15-day unlimited is ₹858 (~299 THB or ~$8.91), with the India roaming pack on top). If you want to land connected without queuing, get a Nomad eSIM before you fly. Either option handles the seasonal: monthly weather alerts and ferry delay notifications without needing to swap SIMs at the pier. For a broader look at connectivity across the region, check our Southeast Asia backpacking hub.
For more on the full moon party beyond the dates, including what to expect on the night, the Full Moon Party guide covers the bucket-drink pricing, fire-show rules, and the accommodation options in Haad Rin. Planning the rest of your Thailand loop? Our Bangkok backpacking guide covers the sleeper train to Surat Thani.
The Koh Phangan guide has island highlights beyond the party — snorkeling, jungle treks, and the quieter east coast beaches.
FAQ
Which month is the cheapest to go to the Full Moon Party? Late July and August are the cheapest. Flights from Mumbai drop to around ₹7,500 (~$77.86) round trip, dorm beds fall to ₹1,004 (~350 THB or ~$10.42), and beach bungalows discount to ₹2,869 (~1,000 THB or ~$29.78) a night. The trade-off is monsoon rain, with about a 40% chance the party gets shortened by a downpour.
When should I book flights and hostels for a December 2026 Full Moon Party? Book the flight at least 10 weeks before departure and the dorm bed 6 weeks ahead. The 25 December 2026 party plus the New Year’s Eve event on Haad Rin both sell out, and prices double after the first week of November.
Is the Full Moon Party still on during the monsoon? Yes. The party runs every full moon, including July, August, and September. The Koh Phangan tourism board does not cancel the event for rain. The beach itself is muddy, half the bars close early, and the fire shows get cut short, but the music runs all night.
What is the 31 May 2026 blue moon? A blue moon is the second full moon in a calendar month. In May 2026, the first full moon is 2 May and the second is 31 May, so there are two parties in one month. Both draw crowds, but the 31 May party is the busier of the two. Flights and ferries book out two to three weeks ahead.
Are there any dates to avoid for Indian travelers? The 25 December 2026 party overlaps with the Surat Thani to Koh Phangan ferry closure on 26 December for a Buddhist holiday, so book the ferry for the 24th or 27th. The April 2026 party also overlaps with Songkran week in Bangkok, which means the Bangkok to Surat Thani train sells out fast. Plan the inbound journey two days ahead of the party date.
Subodh’s Take
For Indian backpackers, the seasonal: monthly sweet spot is the May blue moon (31 May 2026) or the October 26 party. Both are shoulder months, the weather holds, and the crowd is big enough to be a real party without the sell-out pricing. Skip December unless you have booked three months ahead, and skip August unless the price difference outweighs the rain risk for you.
