Buddha Purnima 2026

Full Date

April 30, 2026 8:13 PM – May 1, 2026 10:53 PM

Muhurat Timings in India

• Buddha Jayanti Celebrations

  The festival involves prayers, meditation, dhyana sessions, and cultural performances across Buddhist centers globally.

  May 1, 2026 All day – May 1, 2026 Night

Introduction

Buddha Purnima in 2026 is celebrated on May 1st, marking the birth, enlightenment, and nirvana of Lord Gautama Buddha, inspiring compassion, peace, and spiritual growth worldwide.

Other Names

Vesak, Buddha Jayanti, Vaisakh Purnima

Rituals

• Fasting and meditation practices at monasteries and temples.
• Offering flowers, lamps, and incense to Buddha images.
• Reciting Buddhist scriptures and mantras.
• Participating in processions, cultural programs, and charity activities.

Regional Highlights

• Celebrated extensively in India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, and other Buddhist nations.
• Mainly observed on the full moon day of Vesakha month in Buddhist lunar calendar.
• Focus on spiritual awakening, compassion, and non-violence.

History

The day commemorates the birth of Siddhartha Gautama, who became Lord Buddha, the founder of Buddhism, guiding millions with his teachings of compassion and non-violence.

Additional Information

• Buddha Purnima encourages acts of kindness, meditation, and spiritual growth.
• The festival promotes peace, tolerance, and harmony among diverse communities.
• Many countries organize pilgrimages to Buddhist sites and monasteries.