Events

Sri Lanka's vibrant events showcase cultural richness, from lively festivals to traditional celebrations. Don't miss out!

mahashivratri

mahashivratri

Date 2024.02.17
Location Trincomalee

Maha Shivaratri in Sri Lanka is a vibrant celebration of Lord Shiva, marked by fasting, prayers, and offerings at temples across the island. Devotees observe all-night vigils,...

independence day

independence day

Date 2024.02.17
Location Colombo

Sri Lanka's Independence Day commemorates freedom from British rule on February 4th. Celebrations include parades, flag hoisting, cultural performances, and ceremonies, showca...

thai pongal

thai pongal

Date 2024.02.17
Location Ahungalla

Thai Pongal in Sri Lanka is a vibrant harvest festival celebrated by Tamil communities. It honors the sun god Surya with traditional rituals, cooking of sweet rice dishes, and...

adams peak festival

adams peak festival

Date 2024.02.17
Location Nuwara Eliya

The Adam's Peak pilgrimage season in Sri Lanka sees devotees of various faiths climb the sacred mountain, honoring the footprint believed to be left by Buddha, Shiva, or Adam,...

vel festival

vel festival

Date 2024.02.17
Location Hambantota

The Vel Festival in Sri Lanka is a colorful Hindu celebration honoring Lord Murugan. It features vibrant processions, music, dance, and the carrying of the vel (spear) symboli...

street food festival

street food festival

Date 2024.02.17
Location Colombo

The Sri Lankan Street Food Festival is a gastronomic delight, offering a diverse array of flavorful local dishes. From savory snacks like kottu roti to sweet treats like watta...

Sinhalese New Year

Sinhalese New Year

Date 2024.02.17
Location Ahungalla

Sri Lanka's Sinhalese New Year, or Aluth Avurudda, is a joyous celebration in April. It includes auspicious rituals, traditional games, sweet treats like kiribath, and festive...

hikkaduwa beach festival

hikkaduwa beach festival

Date 2024.02.17
Location Hikkuduwa

The Hikkaduwa Beach Festival in Sri Lanka is a vibrant celebration of music, dance, and culture held annually. It features live performances by local and international artists...

kite festival

kite festival

Date 2024.01.15
Location Jaffna

The Sri Lanka Kite Festival is a colorful event celebrated in August, where the skies are filled with intricate kites of all shapes and sizes. It showcases the country's artis...