City of Dreams Sri Lanka ushered in the Sinhala and Tamil New Year with a vibrant celebration that seamlessly blended heritage with contemporary elegance.
Guests were welcomed into a festive setting enriched with traditional décor and iconic Avurudu motifs, with specially curated Avurudu buffets paying tribute to Sri Lanka’s rich cultural heritage.
The celebrations featured a carefully curated lineup of traditional performances, interactive experiences, and cultural showcases, offering guests an immersive and engaging festive atmosphere.
From time-honoured rituals to modern indulgences, every element reflected the spirit of togetherness, renewal, and celebration—creating a memorable Avurudu experience in the heart of Colombo.
Sri Lanka gears up to deliver an unforgettable culinary experience at the Sri Lanka Food Festival
At the initiative of Dr. Ganesanathan Geathiswaran, the Deputy High Commission of Sri Lanka in Chennai is organising the inaugural “Sri Lanka Food Festival” in celebration of the Sinhala and Tamil New Year (Aluth Avurudda).
The three-day culinary showcase will take place from 24 to 26 April 2026 at Green Meadows Resort, offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience the rich and diverse flavours of authentic Sri Lankan cuisine.
The festival is being held in collaboration with key partners including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau, Export Development Board, the Ministry of External Affairs, India Tourism, the Department of Tourism, Culture and Religious Endowments of Tamil Nadu, the Institute of Hotel Management Chennai, Dwaraka Productions Chennai, and the Cinnamon Grand Colombo.
The primary objective of the festival is to strengthen cultural ties between Sri Lanka and South India, while promoting tourism, trade, and people-to-people connections through a shared appreciation of culinary heritage.
The event is expected to attract a distinguished gathering, including leading South Indian actors and actresses, prominent Sri Lankan personalities, business leaders, and members of Chennai’s corporate community. It will also bring together diplomatic representatives, travel and tourism associations, Rotary and Round Table members, film industry professionals, and media representatives, making it a vibrant and prestigious cultural celebration.
A season of tradition reimagined at City of Dreams Sri Lanka
