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 Vap Full Moon Poya Day, Labour Day and Vesak Full Moon Poya Day, National Day, Tamil Thai Pongal Day, Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramazan Festival Day).

When is the next holiday in Sri Lanka?

The next upcoming holiday in Sri Lanka is Milad-Un-Nabi (Holy Prophet's Birthday) on Wednesday, August 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.

Upcoming Public Holidays

Wed, Aug 26Milad-Un-Nabi (Holy Prophet's Birthday)
Thu, Aug 27Nikini Full Moon Poya Day
Sat, Sep 26Binara Full Moon Poya Day
Sun, Oct 25Vap Full Moon Poya Day
Sun, Nov 8Deepavali Festival Day
Tue, Nov 24Il Full Moon Poya Day

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Sri Lanka 2026 public holidays and festivals calendar overview — Complete overview of public holidays and festivals in Sri Lanka for 2026

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 Vap Full Moon Poya Day, Labour Day and Vesak Full Moon Poya Day, National Day, Tamil Thai Pongal Day, Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramazan Festival Day).
When is the next holiday in Sri Lanka?: The next upcoming holiday in Sri Lanka is Milad-Un-Nabi (Holy Prophet's Birthday) on Wednesday, August 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.