Archive · 29 Jul 2026
Buck Moon and Guru Purnima 2026
On July 29, 2026, there will be a special full moon called the Buck Moon.
This name comes from the Algonquin people and is linked to the time when deer grow new antlers.
The Buck Moon is also known by other names like the Thunder Moon, Hay Moon, and Salmon Moon.
On the same day, there is a special Hindu festival called Guru Purnima.
This festival is about honoring teachers and gurus.
It is also important in Buddhism and yoga traditions.
The Buck Moon and Guru Purnima both happen on the same full moon day, making it a special occasion for both skywatchers and those who celebrate the festival.
The Buck Moon will be visible on July 29, 2026, at 10:36 a.m. ET.
The name 'Buck Moon' comes from the Algonquin people and refers to the growth of deer antlers in July.
Other names for the July Full Moon include Thunder Moon, Hay Moon, and Salmon Moon.
Guru Purnima is a spiritual festival honoring teachers and gurus, observed on the full moon day of Ashadha.
Guru Purnima is significant in Hinduism, Buddhism, and yoga traditions.
- Who
- Skywatchers and devotees
- What
- The Buck Moon and Guru Purnima
- When
- July 29, 2026
- Where
- Globally, with Guru Purnima being significant in India
- Why
- The Buck Moon marks the full moon in July, while Guru Purnima is a spiritual festival honoring teachers and gurus.
Astronomical Event
Religious Observance
Nature of the Event
Astronomical Event
The Buck Moon is an astronomical event marking the full moon in July, named for the growth of deer antlers.
Religious Observance
Guru Purnima is a spiritual festival dedicated to honoring teachers and gurus, observed on the full moon day of Ashadha.
- Date
- July 29, 2026
- Time of Peak Illumination
- 10:36 a.m. ET
- Origin of the Name 'Buck Moon'
- Algonquin people, popularized through early American almanacs
- Other Names for the July Full Moon
- Thunder Moon, Hay Moon, Salmon Moon
- Significance of Guru Purnima
- Honoring teachers and gurus, commemorating Ved Vyasa, Buddha's first sermon, and Adiyogi Lord Shiva
- Purnima Tithi Begins
- 6:18 PM on July 28, 2026
- Purnima Tithi Ends
- 8:05 PM on July 29, 2026