Magha Puja Day
Commemorates the spontaneous gathering of 1,250 enlightened monks to honor the Buddha.
Commemorates the spontaneous gathering of 1,250 enlightened monks to honor the Buddha.
Celebrated by Mahayana Buddhists, marking the start of the new lunar year.
Celebrated by Theravada Buddhists, marking the start of the traditional New Year.
Celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and death of the Buddha.
Commemorates the Buddha’s first sermon at Deer Park, teaching the Four Noble Truths.
A day for Buddhists to make offerings to the hungry ghosts and honor their ancestors.
Marks the end of the monastic rains retreat and involves giving robes and other gifts to monks.
Celebrates the Buddha's descent from Tushita Heaven after teaching his mother.
Celebrated by Mahayana Buddhists, marking the start of the new lunar year.
Commemorates the spontaneous gathering of 1,250 enlightened monks to honor the Buddha.