The Candle Festival in Thailand is the beginning of Buddhist Lent celebration and it is usually in July. Various community groups, schools, universities and public and private organizations organize colourful candle processions, music and dancing, leading to a temple where the offering of the candles will be made.
The parades throughout Thailand often start in the afternoon or late mornings. At night most go to see the candles throughout the Kingdom. Many Thai people will go to the temple and carry small candles, incense and flowers often walking 3 times slowly, clockwise around the main Buddhist hall while making wishes.