Bodhi Day in Vietnam
Friday, January 15, 2027 ยท Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh
โณ Expected date โ pending official confirmation
When is Bodhi Day in Vietnam in 2027?
Bodhi Day in Vietnam is on Friday, January 15, 2027 (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh). As of October 16, 2026, thatโs 91 days ยท about 13 weeks ยท about 3 months. It falls on a Friday.
Vietnam observes it on a different day from the date used elsewhere (Wednesday, December 8, 2027). Vietnamese Buddhists keep Bodhi Day on the 8th day of the 12th lunar month, so its date changes each year and usually falls in January.
Is Bodhi Day a public holiday in Vietnam?
Bodhi Day is widely observed in Vietnam, but it is not a nationwide public holiday. Some regions may still observe it locally.
How Vietnam celebrates
Vietnamese Buddhists commemorate the Buddha's enlightenment as Le Phat Thanh Dao, traditionally on the eighth day of the twelfth lunar month rather than December 8, with chanting, offerings and lectures at pagodas.
What people eat
Vegetarian meals shared at pagodas, sweet rice porridge and fresh fruit offerings.