Pattaya Vegetarian Festival opens Oct. 8

PATTAYA:--The Pattaya Vegetarian Festival turns back up the heat after a quiet event in 2017, kicking off Oct. 8 in Naklua.

 

Last year’s festival intentionally was a bit blander than normal, with organizers cutting out entertainment during the end of the royal mourning period.

This year’s 10-day event will return to normal at the Sawang Boriboon Tham­masathan Foundation, starting with a ceremony to invite the Chinese gods to the party on kickoff day.

 

A parade starting at 2:29 p.m. will snake its sway through Naklua and Pattaya, passing Wuthi Kha Watsadu, Sukhumvit Road, Sawangfa Road, Naklua New Market, the Old Market, Lan Po Public Park and to Pattaya Beach where a ceremony will be held to honor Kiew Hong Huk Jow, the Nine Emperor Gods and Bodhisattva.

 

On Oct. 9 more Emperor Gods’ ceremonies kick off at 7:19 a.m. while the Keng Ju Team will chant and perform an incense walk in the evening.

On Oct. 11 “Kee Yig Vegetarian Day” will see a respect ceremony in the morning and the Keng Ju chanting in the evening.

 

Read more: http://www.pattayamail.com/news/pattaya-vegetarian-festival-opens-oct-8-224717

 

-- © Copyright Pattaya Mail 2018-10-08

I thought they were all dressed up for a game of cricket ...

I only eat something if it flies, runs, swims, or is green. Going vegetarian is just too much for me. No need for me to attend. Look for me in LK Metro. 

It could be a interesting way to kill a few hours.

9 minutes ago, how241 said:

It could be a interesting way to kill a few hours.

There are more interesting ways to kill a few hours in Pattaya. Try Soi 6 after dark for starters, or if you are otherwise inclined then Boyz Town or perhaps Walking Street after 3 am. Let the good times roll! 

Vegetarians are boring people; believe me. Vegetarians and sex are not a good mix.

18 hours ago, Rimmer said:

while the Keng Ju Team will chant and perform an incense walk in the evening.

On Oct. 11 “Kee Yig Vegetarian Day” will see a respect ceremony in the morning and the Keng Ju chanting in the evening.

followed by garland exchanging and a drum workshop ( unplugged ) with the Hari Krishna lot .. 

While being an omnivore and loving a good steak as i get older i have reduced my meat intake & increased veg & staples, would love to see some quality tasty food made from veg. Love to frequent Indian veg restaurants etc. Bring it on

21 hours ago, Rimmer said:

2:29 p.m

 

21 hours ago, Rimmer said:

7:19 a.m.

closing parade takes place Oct. 18 at 6:19 a.m.

 

What is it with all the 'precise' times.  Has anyone seen anything start as scheduled?

I wish T21 already had opened so I could escape it . 

All the 'Veggies' I know smoke like chimneys. !

May I suggest a new festival ''Thailands stray dog all you can eat buffet''.....Problem sorted!