Buddhist Lent

Vassa (Pali: vassa-, Sanskrit: varṣa-, both "rain") is the three-month annual retreat observed by Theravada Buddhists. Taking place during the wet season, Vassa lasts for three lunar months, usually from July (the Burmese month of Waso, ဝါဆို) to October (the Burmese month of Thadingyut, သီတင်းကျွတ်).

Buddhist Lent is observed in Buddhism. The summary above comes from Wikipedia, where you can read about the history and traditions of this observance.

Buddhist Lent falls on Thursday, July 30, 2026. The countdown above updates live, so you always see exactly how many days, hours, and minutes are left.