+1 612 869 4949Buddha Jayanti
Especially in Swayambhunath, Boudhanath and Lumbini · Nepal
Buddha Jayanti is a highly significant day for Nepalese Buddhists and many others. It falls on the full moon of the month of Baisakh (April–May). On this “thrice-blessed” day, Buddhists commemorate three pivotal events in the life of Gautama Buddha: his birth, his attainment of enlightenment, and his passing (Mahaparinirvana).
- Where
- Especially in Swayambhunath, Boudhanath and Lumbini
- Lasts
- 1 day
- Usually held
- May
- Region
- Nepal
About the festival
Devotional gatherings take place in Buddhist shrines and monasteries across Nepal. At Swayambhunath, for example, devotees chant prayers and light butter lamps. Early the next morning, smaller shrines are visited for worship. Parades wind through Kathmandu and Patan, and Buddhist homes display special flags.
All dates
| Year | Dates | Days | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12 May | 1 | Held |
| 2026 | 1 May | 1 | Held |
Dates follow the lunar calendar and are set by the monastery or local community, usually a year ahead. We re-check them with our local office each season.