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Vesak 2026 as observed by the Government of Sri Lanka
Sourced religious festivals dates for Sri Lanka in 2026. Download a calendar file or subscribe for updates.
Technical details
In 2026 the Government of Sri Lanka decided, at the request of the Chief Prelates, to observe Vesak Full Moon Poya Day on 30 May, not on 1 May as its holiday list had named. Both dates are kept, each with its own source.
v1 · Updated 24 Oct 2026 | 1 dates · Updated 24 Oct 2026
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| Date | Name | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Sat 30 May 2026 | Buddha Purnima | The Government of Sri Lanka decided to observe Vesak Full Moon Poya Day on 30 May 2026, at the request of the Chief Prelates, with Vesak Week from 27 May to 2 June and 31 May as an added holiday. The 2026 holiday list had named 1 May (shown as a separate date). |
All 1 dates.
Sources
- Daily FT: Vesak Poya on 30 May: Govt. (29 April 2026) · retrieved 24 October 2026, reviewed 24 October 2026News report of a Government decision; the date only, no text reused.