All dates correspond to the solar calendar. Buddhist dates apply to holidays in most of East Asia; Tibet and Sri Lanka celebrate those holy days on different dates. In addition to its five main ...

The Katina Cheevara Pooja ceremony, a key event in the Buddhist calendar, was presided over by Chief Adhikarana Sangha Nayaka of North America, Ven. Katugasthota Uparathana Nayaka Thera, who led the ...

There are two main festivals in the Buddhist calendar. These are Wesak and Parinirvana Day. In addition, Buddhists may also take part in retreats, which allow for spiritual development.