Purnima’s are the fifteenth day of a lunar month and the day of the full moon. In Vaishakha 2026 this day falls on 1 May. Vaishakha Purnima is also celebrated as Buddha Purnima too. This day is observed with pure devotion and faith by both Hindu and Buddhist.

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This day is believed to be the day on which Prince Siddhartha/ Buddha was born. That’s why it’s celebrated by buddhist followers. It is believed in some places that Buddha is the ninth avatar of Lord Vishnu. Hence this day is also celebrated in that context.

Many people hear the Satyanarayan Katha on this day or any other purnima.

Timing

Vaishakha Purnima Tithi starts at 9:13 PM on 30 April 2026 and ends at 10:25 PM on 1 May 2026.

For , several highly auspicious muhurta timings are available throughout the day for puja, vrat rituals, mantra chanting and spiritual practices. Devotees usually begin the day during Brahma Muhurta, from 3:36 AM to 4:20 AM, which is considered ideal for mantra japa, meditation and taking a sacred sankalp. The morning period after sunrise until noon is especially शुभ for holy snan, Satyanarayan Puja, Vishnu Puja, daan and vrat-related rituals.

The Abhijit Muhurta from 11:08 AM to 12:00 PM is another powerful time for performing Vishnu worship and sacred ceremonies. In the evening, devotees observe Chandra Puja and Chandra Darshan around moonrise, approximately between 5:55 PM and 6:52 PM, making it an important spiritual window for Purnima rituals.

Among all the timings, the most auspicious muhurta is considered to be the Amrit Kalam from 6:56 PM to 8:41 PM. This sacred period is highly favourable for Chandra Puja, Satyanarayan Katha, Vishnu worship, mantra chanting, deep daan and meditation. Performing puja during this time is believed to bring peace, prosperity and divine blessings.

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Puja Vidhi

Begin the day early during Brahma Muhurta by taking a holy bath and wearing clean clothes. Clean the puja area properly and light a ghee diya in the temple. Devotees then take a sankalp for the vrat and pray for peace, prosperity and spiritual growth.

Offer flowers, Tulsi leaves, fruits and sweets to Lord Vishnu and chant Vishnu mantras with devotion. Many devotees also perform Satyanarayan Puja and listen to the sacred Satyanarayan Katha on this auspicious day.

In the evening during moonrise, perform Chandra Puja by offering arghya to the Moon God with water, flowers and rice. Conclude the puja with aarti, prasad distribution and daan to the needy, as charity on Vaishakha Purnima is considered highly auspicious and spiritually rewarding
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Significance

The day is especially dedicated to Lord Vishnu, and many devotees observe vrat, perform Satyanarayan Puja and engage in mantra chanting and meditation for spiritual growth. Holy bathing in rivers and offering charity to the needy are also considered highly rewarding on this auspicious Purnima.
Vaishakha Purnima, also widely celebrated as Buddha Purnima, marking the birth anniversary, enlightenment and Mahaparinirvana of Lord Buddha. Followers of Buddhism observe this day with prayers, meditation, teachings of compassion and acts of kindness. Temples and monasteries are beautifully decorated, and devotees remember the message of peace, non-violence and wisdom taught by Lord Buddha.

The spiritual energy of this full moon day makes it ideal for self-reflection, devotion and positive transformation, making Vaishakha Purnima one of the most sacred and spiritually uplifting festivals of the year.

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