Buddha Purnima Dates. When is Buddha Purnima in India?
Vesak, also known as Buddha Purnima, celebrates of Gautama Buddha's birth, enlightenment and death. In the table below, you will find when Buddha Purnima is officially marked and celebrated in India over a span of 15 years.
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| Year | Day of the Week | Date | Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Thursday | May 27 | Buddha Purnima/Vesak |
| 2011 | Tuesday | May 17 | Buddha Purnima/Vesak |
| 2012 | Sunday | May 6 | Buddha Purnima/Vesak |
| 2013 | Saturday | May 25 | Buddha Purnima/Vesak |
| 2014 | Wednesday | May 14 | Buddha Purnima/Vesak |
| 2015 | Monday | May 4 | Buddha Purnima/Vesak |
| 2016 | Saturday | May 21 | Buddha Purnima/Vesak |
| 2017 | Wednesday | May 10 | Buddha Purnima/Vesak |
| 2018 | Monday | April 30 | Buddha Purnima/Vesak |
| 2019 | Saturday | May 18 | Buddha Purnima/Vesak |
| 2020 | Thursday | May 7 | Buddha Purnima/Vesak |
| 2021 | Wednesday | May 26 | Buddha Purnima/Vesak |
| 2022 | Monday | May 16 | Buddha Purnima/Vesak |
| 2023 | Friday | May 5 | Buddha Purnima/Vesak |
| 2024 | Thursday | May 23 | Buddha Purnima/Vesak |
| 2025 | Monday | May 12 | Buddha Purnima |
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