The Half Moon Festival Koh Phangan is a ticketed party in Ban Tai, on the south coast, with fixed stages, a curated music split and tickets that you buy in advance. It is a different format from the Full Moon beach party at Haad Rin, and the dates run twice a month rather than around the full moon.
This guide covers the venues, 2026 dates, ticket prices, music and how to get there. It draws on Thai Holiday Guide's Half Moon Party page, read on 6 November 2026, and on GetYourGuide listings checked the same day. Dates and prices change, so confirm them with the organiser before you pay.
- Where
- Ban Tai, south coast
- Venues
- Harmony Beach Club, Magic Forest
- Magic Forest night
- 21:30 until sunrise
- Harmony day session
- About 15:00 to midnight
- Entry
- Advance tickets, passport or ID
- Next dates
- 17 Nov, 2 to 3 Dec, 16 to 17 Dec
What is the Half Moon Festival in Koh Phangan?
It is a ticketed festival in Ban Tai with two venues, Harmony Beach Club for the day and early evening and Halfmoon Magic Forest for the night party. Thai Holiday Guide says tickets must be bought in advance, with sample prices from about 1,500 to 4,900 baht depending on the edition.
Half Moon Festival Koh Phangan at a Glance
| Venue | Location | What happens | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harmony Beach Club | 99/5 Moo 1, Ban Tai, on the beach | Daytime and early-evening session on some dates | About 15:00 to midnight |
| Halfmoon Magic Forest | 72/39 Moo 2, Ban Tai, inland | The night party, with several stages | 21:30 until sunrise |
Both venues are in Ban Tai, not at Haad Rin. Thai Holiday Guide also lists some forest-only “G Floor Concept” nights, so check which format the date you want uses.
Half Moon Festival Koh Phangan Dates for 2026
| Date | Format | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 17 November | Single night | Harmony Beach Club, then Magic Forest |
| Wednesday 2 to Thursday 3 December | Full two-day edition | Both venues |
| Wednesday 16 to Thursday 17 December | Full two-day edition | Both venues |
Thai Holiday Guide says to recheck the organiser's 2026 dates page before you book your Half Moon Festival Koh Phangan night, because nights can be added or moved. The 3 November night had already passed when we checked.
Half Moon Festival Koh Phangan Tickets and Prices
Tickets are sold through the official site and Eventpop, and must be bought in advance. Thai Holiday Guide gives sample prices that vary by edition: about 1,500 baht for a Harmony day-only ticket, about 2,700 baht for a Magic Forest night, about 3,500 baht for the two-day Wonder Access and about 4,900 baht for a VIP night. Tickets are typically non-refundable and non-transferable. Bring a passport or photo ID, and some listings state age 20 and over.
GetYourGuide also lists party tickets for the festival, which is one way to book in English with a free-cancellation window.
Koh Phangan: Halfmoon Festival (Party Tickets)
Party tickets for the Halfmoon Festival, described by the operator as a beachfront celebration at Harmony Beach Club and a jungle party at Magical Forest. It is rated 4.0 out of 5 from 133 reviews and priced from $45 per person when we checked on 6 November 2026.
Check on the listing before you book
- Which edition and date the ticket covers
- Whether it includes both Harmony and Magic Forest
- The cut-off: free cancellation up to 2 hours before
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Music and Stages at the Half Moon Festival Koh Phangan
Thai Holiday Guide says full two-day editions have used three stages: Prime Stage for progressive and psy trance, G Floor for house and techno, and The Cave for hip-hop and R&B. The G Floor Concept nights use two stages, G Floor for house and progressive styles and The Cave for hip-hop, R&B and commercial hits. Line-ups at the Half Moon Festival Koh Phangan change by edition.
Half Moon Festival Koh Phangan vs Full Moon: Which Party Fits You
| Full Moon Party | Half Moon Festival | |
|---|---|---|
| Where | Haad Rin beach | Ban Tai, two venues |
| Entry | About 200 baht at the gate, no advance tickets | Advance tickets, sample prices 1,500 to 4,900 baht |
| Format | Many competing sound systems on the beach | Fixed stages with a curated music split |
| When | Around the full moon | Fortnightly dates, set by the organiser |
Our Full Moon Party guide explains the beach party, and our Koh Phangan nightlife guide compares all the options. For a forest alternative with its own dates, see our jungle party guide.
How to Get to the Half Moon Festival Koh Phangan
From Thong Sala pier, Thai Holiday Guide suggests a songthaew or Grab to Ban Tai. From Haad Rin, take a songthaew or taxi and agree the price beforehand, especially after midnight. From Koh Samui, take the ferry to Thong Sala and then a road transfer, and note that the organiser sometimes sells speedboat packages. Our Koh Samui to Koh Phangan ferry guide has the timetable, and our Thong Sala guide covers the pier.
If you want to sleep close to the venues, Thai Holiday Guide calls Ban Tai a safe first-timer base. Our where to stay in Koh Phangan guide compares it with Haad Rin and Thong Sala.
Tips for the Half Moon Festival Koh Phangan
These tips come from Thai Holiday Guide and apply to every Half Moon Festival Koh Phangan edition.
- Buy tickets before you arrive, since door sales cannot be counted on for peak nights.
- Keep a downloaded copy of your QR code, because the island signal can drop.
- Wear closed shoes for the forest site.
- Carry cash for transport, water and food, and keep your phone charged.
- Alternate alcoholic drinks with water in the heat.
- Arrange your return ride in advance, and consider a shared taxi for the dark jungle road.
Half Moon Festival Koh Phangan FAQ
Where is the Half Moon Festival Koh Phangan held?
In Ban Tai on the south coast, at Harmony Beach Club on the beach and Halfmoon Magic Forest inland, per Thai Holiday Guide.
How much are Half Moon Festival Koh Phangan tickets?
Sample prices run from about 1,500 baht for a day-only ticket to about 4,900 baht for a VIP night, and they vary by edition.
Can I buy Half Moon Festival Koh Phangan tickets at the door?
Tickets must be bought in advance, and Thai Holiday Guide says door sales cannot be counted on for peak nights.
When is the next Half Moon Festival Koh Phangan?
Thai Holiday Guide listed 17 November, 2 to 3 December and 16 to 17 December 2026 on 6 November, and says to recheck the organiser before booking.
Is the Half Moon Festival Koh Phangan the same as the Full Moon Party?
No. The Full Moon Party is a beach party at Haad Rin with a ฿200 cash entry fee, and the Half Moon Festival is a ticketed event in Ban Tai with fixed stages.
What ID do I need for the Half Moon Festival Koh Phangan?
A passport or photo ID, and some listings state age 20 and over.
Ready to book your Halfmoon night?
Check the edition, venue and cancellation window of the party tickets before you pay.
Photo credits: Full Moon Party crowd on Haad Rin beach by Per Meistrup (CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons); Ban Tai Beach at sunset by Christophe95 (CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons); Fire skipping rope at the Full Moon Party by Per Meistrup (CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons); Thong Sala Pier by Christophe95 (CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons). Tour photos: GetYourGuide.
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