Street food vendors sold meat-free dishes for this year's Vegetarian Festival in Phuket, Thailand.

Footage shows dozens of food stalls lining Ranong Road on the island as visitors in traditional white outfits symbolising purity took a stroll through the area on October 18.

Vendors served appetizing vegetarian meals such as deep-fried spring rolls and veggie-topped noodles to cater to devotees abstaining from meat products.

During the festival, followers avoid any meat and pungent vegetables like garlic, onion, or chives. Alcohol and vulgar language are also not allowed.

The Vegetarian Festival, also known as the Nine Emperor Gods Festival, usually takes place in the ninth lunar month of the Chinese calendar, typically around September or October. It has roots in ancient Chinese culture.

Participants observe a strict vegetarian or vegan diet for nine days.

Devotees believe the sacrifice will cleanse their bodies and minds and invite good luck and fortune into their lives. Many participants believe it will also bestow health and spiritual strength.

This year's Vegetarian Festival will run until October 23.