Major festival
Buddha Purnima
बुद्ध पूर्णिमा
Buddha Purnima, on the full moon of Vaishakha, commemorates the birth, enlightenment and parinirvana of Gautama Buddha, revered as an avatar of Vishnu in the Hindu tradition.
Also known as: Vesak · Buddha Jayanti · Vaishakhi Purnima.
Presiding deity: Buddha.
Buddha Purnima dates
| Year | Date (India) | Weekday | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buddha Purnima 2026 | 1 May 2026 | Friday | All cities → |
| Buddha Purnima 2027 | 20 May 2027 | Thursday | All cities → |
Frequently asked
What is Buddha Purnima?
Buddha Purnima, on the full moon of Vaishakha, commemorates the birth, enlightenment and parinirvana of Gautama Buddha, revered as an avatar of Vishnu in the Hindu tradition.
What are the other names for Buddha Purnima?
Vesak, Buddha Jayanti, Vaishakhi Purnima.
When is Buddha Purnima 2026?
Friday, 1 May 2026 (India).
When is Buddha Purnima 2027?
Thursday, 20 May 2027 (India).
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