Mahāyāna New Year Culture/religion: Buddhist Date: January 28 Mahāyāna (“the Great Vehicle”) is one of two main existing branches of Buddhism and a term for classification of Buddhist philosophies and practice. The Mahāyāna New Year is celebrated at different times for each country and tradition – some celebrate on December 31 or January 1 along with many other new … [Read more...] about Cultural and religious observances – January 25-31, 2021