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Vesak (Buddha Day)
Vesak (Buddha Day) celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Gautama Buddha. It is the most important Buddhist festival.
When Is Vesak (Buddha Day) Celebrated?
Vesak (Buddha Day) is celebrated every year on the full moon of the lunar month of Vesākha, usually in April, May or June.
Since Last Vesak (Buddha Day)
Last Vesak (Buddha Day) was on May 12, 2025 (Monday). That was 346 days ago.
Vesak (Buddha Day) Celebration Days
| Holiday | Year | Celebration Date | Day of the Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vesak (Buddha Day) | 2025 | May 12, 2025 | Monday |
| Vesak (Buddha Day) | 2026 | May 01, 2026 | Friday |
| Vesak (Buddha Day) | 2027 | May 20, 2027 | Thursday |
| Vesak (Buddha Day) | 2028 | May 09, 2028 | Tuesday |
| Vesak (Buddha Day) | 2029 | April 28, 2029 | Saturday |
| Vesak (Buddha Day) | 2030 | May 17, 2030 | Friday |
| Vesak (Buddha Day) | 2031 | May 07, 2031 | Wednesday |
| Vesak (Buddha Day) | 2032 | May 25, 2032 | Tuesday |
| Vesak (Buddha Day) | 2033 | May 14, 2033 | Saturday |
| Vesak (Buddha Day) | 2034 | May 03, 2034 | Wednesday |
| Vesak (Buddha Day) | 2035 | May 22, 2035 | Tuesday |
Nearest Upcoming Holiday
The nearest upcoming holiday is International Workers' Day on May 1, 2026 (in 8 days)
Vesak (Buddha Day) 2026 - It Is Also
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- 1.143 Weeks
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- 8 Days
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- 192 Hours
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- 11,520 Minutes
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- 691,200 Seconds
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April 23, 2026
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May 1, 2026
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