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When is Buddha Purnima 2026?
Buddha Purnima falls on different dates around the world in 2026. The first is Thursday, April 30, 2026 and the last is Sunday, May 24, 2026, across 3 countries.
Buddha Purnima Holiday is an optional holiday in Bangladesh
Also listed as Buddha Purnima Holiday.
See April 30 on the world mapBuddha Purnima 2026 by country
| Country | Date |
|---|---|
| 🇧🇩 BangladeshBuddha Purnima Holiday | April 30Thursday |
| 🇮🇳 India | May 1Friday |
| 🇧🇩 BangladeshBuddha Purnima Holiday | May 2Saturday |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | May 24Sunday |
Questions about Buddha Purnima
- When is Buddha Purnima in 2026?
- It depends on the country. In 2026 it falls on April 30, May 1, May 2 and May 24. The table above shows the date for each country.
- Which countries celebrate Buddha Purnima?
- Buddha Purnima is marked in 3 countries: Bangladesh, India and Pakistan.
- Is Buddha Purnima a public holiday?
- Yes, it's a public holiday in India. Elsewhere it may be an observance or a regional holiday, so check the table for each country.
Other holidays around the same time
- Labour Day March 2
- Independence Day January 1
- Mother's Day February 8
- Labor Day April 30
- Constitution Day January 7
- May Day May 1
- Emancipation Day March 22
- Children's Day January 6
- Liberation Day January 1
- King's Birthday April 20
- International Workers' Day May 1
- Martyrs' Day January 4