Blog β’ January 2026
Start the year right! From tech conferences to beach music festivals, we've rounded up the most exciting events happening across the island this January.
January marks the beginning of the calendar year, and Sri Lanka kicks it off in style! As the tourist season hits its peak and the weather stays perfect across most of the island, event organizers pull out all the stops to create unforgettable experiences.
Whether you're a tech enthusiast looking to network at cutting-edge conferences, a foodie hunting for the best culinary experiences, or someone who just wants to soak in live music under the stars β January has something for everyone.
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Book your tickets early! Popular events in January tend to sell out fast, especially weekend events in Colombo. Check out the full event calendar on adsqr.lk/events to plan your month.
6 events this month
Your New Year deserves something unforgettable! β¨ OBLIVION β New Year Brunch Experience Jan 01 β’ Ahangama
AYURVEDA SUNSET MARKET An evening of cultural rhythm, gentle healing, and coastal magic, crafted to celebrate Sri Lankan tradition and the serenity of Ayurveda by the sea.
ADARANEEYA THARUWAK FILM IN CONCERT
The Afro Gathering by Rhythm Sanctuary π Hangla, The Ocean Lounge, 6th Floor (Sunset Terrace), One Galle Face Get ready to move, connect, and celebrate freedom on the dancefloor! The Afro Gathering brings together rhythm, culture, and community in a night dedicated to unity, peace, and self-expression. Feel the pulse of Afro and soulful house as our power lineup takes over the decks: π§ Iman Cader | K!YO | Ludi Spex | Rob R | Tha Youngest | Virosh Experience the soulful energy of Rhythm Sanctua
Get Ready for a Night of Laughter and Legends! Join us on the 31st of January from 7 PM onwards at Ave Maria Auditorium for Api Nodanna Live in Negombo β a side-splitting stand-up comedy show featuring the legendary duo Chuti Malli and Podi Malli. The pioneers of Sri Lankan comedy are back, bringing you an unforgettable night filled with sharp wit, hilarious stories, and nonstop laughter. One stage. Two icons. A thousand laughs. Donβt miss it!
At SOLA, the sun never stops shining, the tunes keep spinning, and the vibes keep lifting. Youβll dance with old friends and new under the palm trees while the sunset kisses the horizon. This is a day where every beat is a new adventure. A two-day festival of global electronic music by the sparkling Sri Lankan coastline β with an electric mix of local and international DJs and artists, mouthwatering food, tropical cocktails, ice-cold beers, exciting activities, inspiring workshops, and of course
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We are pleased to announce that the WAYO music band, the most distinguished brand that introduced the unique acoustic music experience to Sri Lanka, which has been captivating large audiences since the 2012 with its fresh and innovative approach to musical performances, has been selected for this musical evening. Furthermore, to add colour to this musical evening, we have chosen Umariyia Singhawansha and Danith Sri as the featured artists to performed this Night. To enhance the overall experienc
The Prefectsβ Association of Maris Stella College, Thimbirigaskatuwa, proudly presents MARIS AGNI '25 - a breathtaking outdoor musical extravaganza! Immerse yourself in a night of pulsating rhythms and electrifying performances, featuring Sri Lanka's hottest artists, including; β’ Shane Zing β’ β Wasthi β’ Centigradez β’ HANA β’ β Bachi On 09th of January, at Kadolkale Grounds Negombo 7.30pm onwards!
KR EVENTS proudly presents βANANTHAYA LIVE IN CONCERTβ on 31st January 2026, at Kadol Kale Ground, Negombo. Ft: Waste | Vinuja | Raveen | Hana | Weraliyadda | Maria Nonis | Music By Infinity Band.
3 events this month
First match of the 3-match T20I series. Tickets available via official Sri Lanka Cricket portal.
Second match of the 3-match T20I series.
Final match of the 3-match T20I series.
6 events this month
Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, energy, and star power as βNEWS Meets Legends - Live Under the Starsβ takes the stage on January 10, 2026, at the Waters Edge Outdoor Premises. This spectacular event brings together some of Sri Lankaβs most celebrated musical talents for one electrifying evening. The powerhouse band NEWS, led by the dynamic Sarith Surith, will join forces with legendary artists Shihan Mihiranga, Amal Perera, Rookantha Gunathilake, Chamara Weerasinghe, Jaya Sri and
Fundraiser musical event - All contributions will be directed towards supporting individuals who have lost their belongings due to recent floods
This concert is being organized to raise funds for a critical liver transplant surgery. In this heartfelt cause, I am donating part of my liver to my father, and a sum of LKR 20 million is required for the surgery.
π The Nightmare β Return No One Expected π₯ Presented by: Rotaract Club of Colombo West, Interact Club of Colombo North & Interact Club of Carey College The nightmare isnβt over β itβs returning when no one expected it. Step into an electrifying night on 16th January 2025, from 5:00 PM onwards at TRACE Expert City, Colombo, where dark energy, adrenaline, and music come together for an unforgettable experience. The event will kick off with a high-energy car show, featuring powerful machines that
FLAMES COLOR NIGHT on the 26th of January 2026 at Navinna Ground. FT: Chanuka Mora | Wasthi | Athula | Weeraliyadda | Centigradz | Nilan | Dilo | Khanna | Music By Yaka Crew.
Get ready to walk down the Cinematic Memory Lane STAGECRAFT MEDIA proudly presents Celluloid Dreams β Cinematic Musical Evening Saturday, 31 of January 2026, at 7:00 PM ( Seating open at 5.00 pm) at the BMICH - Main Hall - Colombo. Vocals Kasun Kalhara Suneera Sumanga Nuwandhika Senarathne Ashka Kulathunga Amandya Uthpalie Suneth Udayaratna Compere - Sumiran Gunasekara Cinematic Music Direction by - Milinda Tennakone ΰ·ΰ·ΰΆ±ΰΆΈΰ· ΰΆΈΰΆΰΆ ΰΆΈΰΆΰΆ΄ΰ·ΰΆ ΰΆΰ·ΰ·ΰ·ΰ· ΰΆ΄ΰ·ΰΆΊΰΆΈΰΆ±ΰ·ΰΆ±ΰ·ΰΆ±ΰΆ§ ΰ·ΰ·ΰΆ―ΰ·ΰΆ±ΰΆΈΰ· ΰ·ΰΆ±ΰ·ΰΆ± STAGECRAFT MEDIA ΰ·ΰ·ΰΆ©ΰΆΈΰ·ΰΆΆΰΆ»ΰΆΊΰ·ΰΆ±ΰ· ΰΆΰΆΆ ΰ·
Popular events fill up fast in January. Browse the full calendar, add your favorites to your calendar, and book tickets early to avoid disappointment.
All events on adsqr.lk include map coordinates. Check traffic conditions, plan your route ahead, and consider carpooling for events in busy areas like Colombo.
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