30th April or 1st May, when will Buddha Purnima be celebrated? Know the exact date and auspicious time

By Samira Vishwas On Apr 28, 2026

Purnima has special significance in Hindu religion. The full moon of Vaishakh month has great significance for the followers of both Hindu and Buddhist religions. This day is celebrated as ‘Buddha Purnima’. Lord Buddha was born as Siddhartha in a royal family. After giving up the royal life, he performed severe penance in search of truth. According to religious beliefs, Lord Gautam Buddha was born on this day. Let us now know on which day Buddha Purnima will fall this year, as well as what will be the auspicious times for holy bath, charity and worship.

When is Buddha Purnima 2026?

According to the Hindu calendar, the full moon of Vaishakh month will start at 9:12 pm on April 30, 2026 and end at 10:52 pm on May 1, 2026. Religious fasts and prayers are performed on the basis of ‘Udaya Tithi’ (the date which is effective at the time of sunrise), hence Buddha Purnima will be celebrated on Friday, May 1, 2026. Try to take bath on this day only during Brahma Utsav. Bathing and charity have special significance on the day of Buddha Purnima. Khed is offered to Lord Buddha.

Worship Buddha Purnima like this

The festivals of Vaishakh Purnima and Buddha Purnima will be celebrated on 1 May. The time of moon sighting on Vaishakha Purnima on May 1 is estimated to be around 6:52 pm; This moment is considered very auspicious. The day of Vaishakh Purnima is also an opportunity to reflect on the teachings of Lord Buddha. Lord Buddha who gave the message of truth, non-violence, compassion and middle path. On this day, Buddhist followers devote their time to meditation, charity and service, while Hindu devotees worship Lord Vishnu and the Moon.

Buddha Purnima date

On the day of Buddha Purnima, the timing of bathing and donation will start from 4:15 am till 4:58 am. He attained enlightenment on the day of Vaishakh Purnima, and since then he "Buddha" It was said. On this day Lord Buddha attained Bodhi, hence it is also called his ‘spiritual rebirth’.