Every year, thousands of tourists flock to the beautiful beaches in Thailand in search of sun, sea, stunning people and wild parties- and they’re not disappointed. Backpackers aplenty can be found wandering the shores in search of said celebration, which was founded in honour of, well, a beautiful moon that a group of travellers once thought deserved recognition and remembering for decades to come. The clue is in the question, somewhat. On the night of a full moon party, fluorescent face paint is cracked out, fireworks set off, fires lit, and of course lots of Chinese lanterns released. The incredibly social atmosphere makes for a perfect location and environment for them to be released- as soon as one person lights one, everyone else wants to have a hand in making a spectacular display happen. There is of course more than one opportunity for these displays to take place, with the parties lasting for hours- why take the initiative next full moon party and get yourself involved in the joy of bringing people together with Chinese lanterns?!
As with any event of this kind, we always recommend taking care, going with a group of friends and looking after each other during the night.