LOSAR 2026

Happy Lunar New Year, the Year of the Fire Horse (starts Feb 17 in traditional East Asian tradition, Feb 18 in Tibet) May all beings be happy. From your friends at VajraWisdom Foundation.

Lunar New Year and Tibetan Losar are often on different dates — based on two different lunar calendars and astrological calculations. The Lunisolar Chinese Lunar calendar starts the new year in 2026 on February 17, while Tibetan Calendar, based on slightly different astrological rules falls on February 18Th.

It represents new beginnings, fresh start, and an opportunity to bring in auspiciousness for the new year. For this reason, purification practices are recommended prior to the New Year — to cleanse before the new year — followed by a week to 15 days of auspicious practices including: Sutra and mantra recitation, temple visits, giving and generosity, and Buddhist practices.