EventsChristmas
Christmas is observed across Christian communities and as a public holiday, with church services and seasonal events in several cities. When is Christmas?…
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Sri Lankan Events
This index groups the Winter Scape Sri Lanka Guide by sri lankan events. Destination pages link to nearby attractions and activities. Event pages flag dates that need annual verification, and practical travel pages point to…
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EventsColombo Fashion Week
A Colombo-based fashion event. Dates and venues change, so link to the organiser rather than hard-coding a permanent schedule. When is Colombo Fashion…
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EventsDeepavali
Observed by Hindu communities with temple worship, lamps and family gatherings. When is Deepavali? October or November, date varies. Exact dates should be…
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EventsGalle Literary Festival
A literary and cultural festival associated with Galle. Programme dates, venues and ticketing should come from the current official schedule. When is Galle…
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EventsIndependence Day
Sri Lanka's Independence Day is observed on 4 February with official ceremonies and public events. When is Independence Day? 4 February. Exact dates…
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EventsKandy Esala Perahera
A major annual procession season in Kandy connected with the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. When is Kandy Esala Perahera? July or…
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EventsKataragama Perahera
A pilgrimage and festival period centred on Kataragama, involving multiple religious traditions. When is Kataragama Perahera? July or August, dates vary. Exact dates…
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EventsLanka Premier League
Sri Lanka's franchise Twenty20 cricket tournament. Venues and dates change by season. When is Lanka Premier League? Season dates vary. Exact dates should…
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EventsNallur Kandaswamy Kovil Festival
A major Hindu temple festival in Jaffna centred on Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil. When is Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil Festival? Usually July to August, dates…
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EventsNavam Perahera
A Colombo procession associated with Gangaramaya Temple, usually held around the Navam full moon. When is Navam Perahera? February, date varies. Exact dates…
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EventsPoson Poya Day
Poson commemorates the introduction of Buddhism to Sri Lanka and is especially significant around Anuradhapura and Mihintale. When is Poson Poya Day? June,…
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EventsSinhala & Tamil New Year
The April new year period is one of Sri Lanka's biggest family holidays. Transport and business hours can be affected. When is Sinhala…
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EventsVesak Poya Day & Festival
Vesak marks the Buddha's birth, enlightenment and passing in the Theravada tradition. Public lanterns and religious observances are widespread. When is Vesak Poya…
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This index groups the Winter Scape Sri Lanka Guide by sri lankan events. Destination pages link to nearby attractions and activities. Event pages flag dates that need annual verification, and practical travel pages point to official sources when rules can change.