Next Vesak holiday is on

12th May 2025, Monday

What is Vesak?

Vesak

In the Buddhist calendar, "Vesak" is one of the most important festivals. It is also known as "Visakah Puja", "Buddha Purnima" or "Sinhalese". It celebrates the birth, enlightenment and death of Gautama Buddha. The name Vesak is derived from the name of the Buddhist month during which Vesak is celebrated.

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When is Vesak?

How long until Vesak?
Next Vesak takes place in 158 Days.
Dates of Vesak
YearWeekdayDate
2025 Monday12th May
2024 Thursday23rd May
2023 Friday19th May
2022 Monday16th May
2021 Wednesday26th May
2020 Thursday7th May
2019 Sunday19th May
2018 Tuesday29th May
2017 Wednesday10th May
2016 Friday20th May
2015 Monday1st Jun
Duration
1 Day

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