The Kandy Esala Perahera in Sri Lanka begins today, July 30, and will continue until August 9, 2025.
This festival honors the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha, one of the most important religious treasures in Sri Lanka.
The Esala Perahera is one of the oldest and grandest Buddhist festivals in the country. It features a magnificent parade with elephants, dancers, musicians, and other performers, showcasing the rich cultural heritage and traditions of Sri Lanka.
According to official information, the festival schedule is as follows:
EVENT |
DATE |
Time |
1st Kumbal Perahera |
30th July 2025 |
07:05PM |
2nd Kumbal Perahera |
31st July 2025 |
07:01PM |
03rd Kumbal Perahera |
01st August 2025 |
07:16PM |
04th Kumbal Perahera |
02nd August 2025 |
06:54PM |
05th Kumbal Perahera |
03rd August 2025 |
06:43PM |
01st Randoli Perahera |
04th August 2025 |
06:47PM |
02nd Randoli Perahera |
05th August 2025 |
07:16PM |
03rd Randoli Perahera |
06th August 2025 |
07:06PM |
04th Randoli Perahera |
07th August 2025 |
07:02PM |
Final Randoli Perahera (The Grand Randoli Procession) |
08th August 2025 |
06:51PM |
Diya Kapeema (The water cutting ceremony) |
09th August 2025 |
01:18AM |
Dahawal Perahera (The Day Procession) |
09th August 2025 |
02:16PM |
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