Sri Lanka's vibrant events showcase cultural richness, from lively festivals to traditional celebrations. Don't miss out!
mahashivratri
Maha Shivaratri – The Grand Night of Lord Shiva 📅 Date & Period:February or March (Date varies based on the Hindu lunar calendar, typically the 14th night of the n...
independence day
Sri Lanka Independence Day – Celebrating Freedom and National Pride 📅 Date & Period:February 4th One-Day Celebration📍 Location: Celebrations take place natio...
thai pongal
Thai Pongal – Sri Lanka’s Tamil Harvest Festival 📅 Date & Period:January 14th or 15th (Celebrated for four days) 📍 Location:Celebrated across Sri Lanka&rsq...
adams peak festival
Adam’s Peak Festival – A Sacred Pilgrimage to Sri Lanka’s Holy Mountain 📅 Date & Period:December to May (Peak pilgrimage season during the Poya full mo...
vel festival
Vel Festival – Sri Lanka’s Grand Hindu Chariot Procession 📅 Date & Period:July or August (Varies based on the Tamil calendar) Celebrations last for several d...
street food festival
Sri Lanka Street Food Festival – A Culinary Delight for Food Lovers 📅 Date & Period:Held at different times of the year, usually in Colombo, Kandy, and major touri...
Sinhalese New Year
Sinhalese New Year – A Festive Celebration of Culture & Tradition 📅 Date & Period:April 13th & 14th (Celebrations last for about a week)📍 Location:Nationw...
Kandy Perahera
Kandy Esala Perahera – Sri Lanka’s Most Spectacular Cultural Festival 📅 Date & Period:July or August (Varies based on the lunar calendar) Lasts for 10 days📍...
Deepavali
Deepavali – The Festival of Lights in Sri Lanka 📅 Date & Period:October or November (Varies based on the Hindu lunar calendar)Celebrated for one day📍 Location:Maj...
