Buddha Purnima (Vesak) date and observance details are computed from the BDA Panchang festival endpoint for India standard Panchang reference.
- Main date
- Friday, 1 May 2026
- Category
- Tithi Festival
- Deity or focus
- Buddha
Vaishakh Purnima — birth, enlightenment, and mahaparinirvana of Buddha.
Observed dates in 2026
- Friday, 1 May 2026 - Vaishakh Shukla Paksha, Tithi 15 (#15 of 30). Sunrise rule: sunrise. Tithi started at 2026-04-30T21:13:05.116315+05:30.
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सामान्य प्रश्न · FAQ
When is Buddha Purnima (Vesak) in 2026?
Buddha Purnima (Vesak) 2026 falls on Friday, 1 May 2026 (India Panchang reference, Lahiri).
Which deity is Buddha Purnima (Vesak) dedicated to?
Buddha Purnima (Vesak) is observed for Buddha.
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