# Event Details

- **Event Name**: MAKHA PUJA! This is one of the big 4 festivals in the Buddhist Calendar
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 02 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Mon, 02 Mar, 2026 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: 'MAKHA PUJA' : This is the big Buddhist festival in Thailand and other Buddhist countries, each March on full moon. (There is a majour festival every 3 months in the Buddhist calendar).
It commemorates the time the Buddha attended a spontaneous gathering of Enlightened monks/nuns and gave a famous summary of his entire teaching - this was to be used as a guideline for all who would come later to adhere to the path of Enlightenment.
Join this humorous and informative exploration of Makha Puja's original meaning and how it is understood in the Thai tradition.
You will see various activities around Thailand for this (on Tuesday 3rd). Get up early enough and head to your local temple to join the Thais!
*Note that it can be spelled Magha or Makha, and Puja or Bucha
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Everyone is welcome, from beginners to experienced meditators. We meet to support and encourage each other in our practice.
Baan Aree is a Thai Buddhist Center, please dress modestly.
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As is usual with Buddhist teachings, there is no charge for this event. However, the Little Bangkok Sangha follows the Buddhist custom of Dana (generosity). The teachings and the venue are offered as an act of generosity, and those receiving them can, if they wish, support with a small donation. These go towards the teacher’s and venue’s costs. Boxes for Dana will be provided.
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Programme:
6:00 pm Baan Aree opens
6:30 pm Guided Meditation
6:50 pm Dhamma Talk
7:30 pm Q&A
7:50 pm Session ends
8:00 pm Baan Aree closes
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About Phra Pandit
*British born;
*Ordained as a 'Bhikkhu' in 1996;
*Lived in Thailand since then;
*Founded The Little Bangkok Sangha in 2007
*Background in Theravada Buddhism, Psychology, and Story
*Practiced public speaker!
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Please see this map for directions:
https://goo.gl/maps/1FuCuvCtNdPMAL4F9
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nana-plaza/makha-puja-this-is-one-of-the-big-4-festivals-in-the-buddhist-calendar/200029731222227
- **Event Categories**: Festivals, health-wellness, Nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Nana Plaza
- **state**: BR
- **country**: Thailand
- **location**: มูลนิธิบ้านอารีย์
- **lat**: 13.778708574961
- **long**: 100.54345483575
- **full address**: มูลนิธิบ้านอารีย์, 1191 ซอย อารีย์ 1, พญาไท, กรุงเทพมหานคร, กรุงเทพมหานคร 10400, ประเทศไทย, Nana Plaza, Thailand

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is MAKHA PUJA! This is one of the big 4 festivals in the Buddhist Calendar being held?
  - **A:** MAKHA PUJA! This is one of the big 4 festivals in the Buddhist Calendar takes place on Mon, 02 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Mon, 02 Mar, 2026 at 08:00 pm at มูลนิธิบ้านอารีย์, 1191 ซอย อารีย์ 1, พญาไท, กรุงเทพมหานคร, กรุงเทพมหานคร 10400, ประเทศไทย, Nana Plaza, Thailand.
- **Q**: Who is organizing MAKHA PUJA! This is one of the big 4 festivals in the Buddhist Calendar?
  - **A:** MAKHA PUJA! This is one of the big 4 festivals in the Buddhist Calendar is organized by Pandit Cittasamvaro.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** MAKHA PUJA! This is one of the big 4 festivals in the Buddhist Calendar is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Nana Plaza, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If MAKHA PUJA! This is one of the big 4 festivals in the Buddhist Calendar sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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