Vesak (Buddha Purnima) Countdown 2027
A live countdown to Vesak (Buddha Purnima) on Thursday, 20 May 2027 (expected), in your own time zone.
How to use: The timer counts the days, hours, minutes and seconds to Vesak (Buddha Purnima). Share it with family and friends, or make a free greeting card.
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Expected date: Vesak / Buddha Purnima 2027 is expected on 20 May (India’s official date); some countries observe it on a nearby full-moon day. Counts to local midnight on your device. Updated October 2026.
How to use the Vesak (Buddha Purnima) Countdown
About Vesak (Buddha Purnima): Vesak, also called Buddha Purnima, is the most important Buddhist festival, observed with temple visits, lanterns, meditation and acts of kindness.
When is Vesak (Buddha Purnima) 2027? Vesak / Buddha Purnima 2027 is expected on 20 May (India’s official date); some countries observe it on a nearby full-moon day. We show the expected date and will update this page if the official date changes.
The timer above counts down to midnight at the start of the festival day in your device’s own time zone, so it is correct whether you are in Canada, India, the UK or anywhere else. Keep your phone or computer on automatic time for the most accurate count.
Planning tips: use the countdown to book travel early, order gifts or food in time, plan time off work or school, and send greetings a day or two before Vesak (Buddha Purnima) so they arrive while people are preparing.
Worked example: on Monday, 10 May 2027 at 6:00 pm the countdown shows 9 days and 6 hours, because nine full days plus the six hours until midnight remain before Vesak (Buddha Purnima).
Send wishes with our free Vesak (Buddha Purnima) greeting card maker, or see every upcoming celebration on the world festival countdowns page.
Frequently asked questions
When is Vesak (Buddha Purnima) 2027?
Thursday, 20 May 2027 (expected). Vesak / Buddha Purnima 2027 is expected on 20 May (India’s official date); some countries observe it on a nearby full-moon day.
How many days until Vesak (Buddha Purnima)?
The live timer above shows the exact days, hours, minutes and seconds left in your time zone.
Does the countdown use my time zone?
Yes. It counts to local midnight on your device, so it is correct anywhere in the world.
Can I make a Vesak (Buddha Purnima) greeting card?
Yes. Our free card maker has Vesak (Buddha Purnima) wishes in English and other languages, with your name, ready to download or share on WhatsApp.