The Phuket Vegetarian Festival is an annual event. It is believed that this festival accompanies sacred rituals bestow good fortune upon those who religiously observe a 10 day vegan diet for the purpose of spiritual cleansing and merit making.
Nationwide, Thai people of Chinese ancestor also observe the 10 day vegan diet and it is very easy to find delicious cuisine at every market. Watch out for the yellow flag with red vegan logo on it.