Qing Ming (Qngmngjié) literally means a time of bright, joyful, as the festival begins in early April, which is spring in China and the time when the weather returns to clear after the winter. In Thailand, the Qingming Festival is typically held on April 5, but Qingming 2023 has been moved to March 15 - April 8, 2023 to avoid traffic congestion during the Songkran Festival.
        Important traditions in this festival include a journey to pay homage to the ancestors at the cemetery to express gratitude to the ancestors according to Confucianism beliefs. The descendants who left for work or were separated from their families will return together to pay their respects at their ancestors' graves. Among the collaborative activities are: Cleaning and decorating the mausoleum Worshiping gods and ancestors Burn paper, silver and gold paper, light firecrackers, and enjoy a meal together.
        The Qingming Festival offerings are divided into god offerings, which include meat, desserts, fruit, and liquor. The part of paying homage to the ancestors will focus on the food that the ancestors enjoy, such as meat, sweet treats, fruits, and liquor.