Rhythm of Lanka
Rhythm of Lanka is a two-day cultural festival taking place in Sri Lanka on December 19 and 20, 2026. The event is designed to reconnect younger generations of the Sri Lankan diaspora with their cultural heritage, traditions, and homeland identity.
- Date
- Dec 19-20, 2026
- Status
- Upcoming
Event summary
Highlights
- Grand Cultural Show
- Sri Lankan Social Day gathering
- Diaspora youth engagement
The festival is organized by Ranwala Balakaya and is specifically aimed at third and fourth-generation Sri Lankans living overseas who may have limited direct connections to the country. The program seeks to foster lasting cultural ties and community engagement through a mix of performances and social interactions.
The schedule features two major components: a Grand Cultural Show on the first day, followed by a Sri Lankan Social Day on the second. The social gathering brings together international dance groups, local families, and youth to encourage friendship and cultural exchange. Coordination is led by the Presidential Secretariat and the Clean Sri Lanka Secretariat, with support from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Cultural Affairs.
The schedule features two major components: a Grand Cultural Show on the first day, followed by a Sri Lankan Social Day on the second. The social gathering brings together international dance groups, local families, and youth to encourage friendship and cultural exchange. Coordination is led by the Presidential Secretariat and the Clean Sri Lanka Secretariat, with support from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Cultural Affairs.
Practical details
Before attending
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