Buddha Purnima 2027
What it is
Remembers the birth of the Buddha. Monasteries are decorated and many visit Bodh Gaya, where he gained enlightenment.
Many festivals follow the lunar calendar, so the date can differ by a day between regions and families.
Questions
When is Buddha Purnima in 2027?
Buddha Purnima falls on Thursday, 20 May 2027. Many festivals follow the lunar calendar, so the date can differ by a day between regions and families.
What is Buddha Purnima?
Remembers the birth of the Buddha. Monasteries are decorated and many visit Bodh Gaya, where he gained enlightenment.
Families celebrate in many ways, and customs change from region to region and home to home. This page gives a short, kind overview for children and parents, not a rulebook. Dates were checked against Drik Panchang and Office Holidays.