Buddhist Holidays & Observances (2026)
Buddhist observances in 2026 follow the buddhist calendar, so many dates shift from year to year against the Gregorian calendar. This page lists all 6 Buddhist holidays and observances for 2026 with their exact dates — beginning with Magha Puja on Feb 12.
All Buddhist observances in 2026
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Magha Puja
major |
Commemoration of the Buddha's first 1,250 disciples
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Nirvana Day
major |
Buddha's death and entry into Nirvana
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Losar (Tibetan New Year)
major |
Tibetan Buddhist New Year
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Vesak (Buddha Day)
major |
Birth, enlightenment, death of the Buddha
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Asalha Puja
major |
Buddha's first sermon
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Bodhi Day
major |
Enlightenment of the Buddha
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