Festival
Buddha Purnima 2026
Friday, 1 May 2026
- Tithi
- Shukla Purnima
- Tithi begins
- 30 Apr 21:14
- Tithi ends
- 1 May 22:54
Times are for New Delhi. The date and muhurat for other cities are below.
About Buddha Purnima
Buddha Purnima, the full Moon of Vaishakha, remembers the birth, enlightenment and passing of Gautama Buddha.
Buddha Purnima 2026 in major cities
| City | Date |
|---|---|
| Delhi | 1 May Fri |
| Mumbai | 1 May Fri |
| Ahmedabad | 1 May Fri |
| Kolkata | 1 May Fri |
| Chennai | 1 May Fri |
| Bengaluru | 1 May Fri |
| Hyderabad | 1 May Fri |
| Pune | 1 May Fri |
| Jaipur | 1 May Fri |
| Lucknow | 1 May Fri |
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Open the calendarFrequently asked questions
When is Buddha Purnima in 2026?
Buddha Purnima is on Friday, 1 May 2026.
When does the tithi for Buddha Purnima 2026 begin and end?
Shukla Purnima begins on 30 Apr 21:14 and ends on 1 May 22:54 (New Delhi).