Vesak/Visakha Puja/Buddha Day

When:
May 12, 2025
All Day
Where:
Event category: Special event
Hybrid

Buddhist

Traditionally known as the Buddha’s birthday. It is the major Buddhist festival, commemorating the birth, enlightenment and death of the Buddha.

General practices: Buddhists often decorate their homes and visit their local temples. Observers are encouraged to refrain from slaughtering and to avoid eating meat on this date.

Potential accommodations: Provide food accommodation as requested, and offer vegetarian options when planning event menus on this date.

Contact

Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
diversity@wayne.edu

Cost

Free
May 2025
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