The Full Moon Party is an all-night beach party that originated Haad Rin on the island of Ko Phangan, Thailand on the night of, before or after every full moon. It is mostly attended by tourists.The first Full Moon Party was improvised at a Paradise Bungalows on the beach in 1983, for giving thanks to about 20–30 travelers. The parties gained fame through word of mouth, and the event now draws a crowd of about 5,000–30,000 every full moon evening. The party carries on until the sun rises the next day. The bars on the sunrise beach of Haad Rin town stay open and play music such as psychedelic trance, R&B, drum and bass, house, dance and reggae. The modern event has become a part of the itinerary of many travelers to Southeast Asia.