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What Day Is Vesak (Buddha Day) 2026?
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Vesak (Buddha Day) is on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
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Date details for Vesak (Buddha Day) 2026
- Day of week: Sunday
- Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
- Days remaining: 94
- Weeks remaining: 13
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About Vesak (Buddha Day)
Vesak 2026 falls on Sunday, May 31st. It commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Gautama Buddha, and is the most sacred day in the Buddhist calendar.
History & Significance
Vesak, also known as Buddha Day or Buddha Purnima, is observed on the full moon day typically in May or June. The United Nations officially recognized the Day of Vesak in 1999. Celebrations include visiting temples, meditating, offering food to monks, and releasing caged animals.
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