How many public holidays does Sri Lanka have in 2026?

Sri Lanka has 26 public holidays in 2026, with a total of 26 holidays, festivals, and observances throughout the year.

What are the main public holidays in Sri Lanka?

The main events in Sri Lanka include Labour Day and Vesak Full Moon Poya Day, National Day, Tamil Thai Pongal Day, Day before Sinhala and Tamil New Year, Duruthu Full Moon Poya Day.

When is the next holiday in Sri Lanka?

The next upcoming holiday in Sri Lanka is Binara Full Moon Poya Day on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

Is there a complete national calendar for Sri Lanka 2026?

Yes, this page provides the complete Sri Lanka 2026 national calendar with 26 holidays, festivals, and observances.

When are the collective leave days in Sri Lanka for 2026?

Collective leave dates in Sri Lanka for 2026 are set by the government. See the public holidays table above for the complete list.

🇱🇰 Sri Lanka — 2026 Calendar

26 events

Upcoming Public Holidays

Labour Day and Vesak Full Moon Poya Day

Friday, Fri, May 1

Public Holiday

National Day

Wednesday, Wed, Feb 4

Public Holiday

Tamil Thai Pongal Day

Thursday, Thu, Jan 15

Public Holiday

Day before Sinhala and Tamil New Year

Monday, Mon, Apr 13

Public Holiday

Duruthu Full Moon Poya Day

Saturday, Sat, Jan 3

Public Holiday

January

February

Sri Lanka has 26 holidays, festivals, and observances in 2026. Browse the complete calendar below.

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🇱🇰 Frequently Asked Questions — Sri Lanka Holidays 2026

How many public holidays does Sri Lanka have in 2026?: Sri Lanka has 26 public holidays in 2026, with a total of 26 holidays, festivals, and observances throughout the year.
What are the main public holidays in Sri Lanka?: The main events in Sri Lanka include Labour Day and Vesak Full Moon Poya Day, National Day, Tamil Thai Pongal Day, Day before Sinhala and Tamil New Year, Duruthu Full Moon Poya Day.
When is the next holiday in Sri Lanka?: The next upcoming holiday in Sri Lanka is Binara Full Moon Poya Day on Saturday, September 26, 2026.
Is there a complete national calendar for Sri Lanka 2026?: Yes, this page provides the complete Sri Lanka 2026 national calendar with 26 holidays, festivals, and observances.
When are the collective leave days in Sri Lanka for 2026?: Collective leave dates in Sri Lanka for 2026 are set by the government. See the public holidays table above for the complete list.

Holiday data for Sri Lanka is sourced from official government gazettes and verified against multiple public sources.