Holidays are most wonderful when it falls on a Friday or a Monday and so it has this weekend. Hoorah! It is long and glorious. What plans have you for the weekend? If you have not made any, let us suggest a few of the events we have going on. Have a peek-see below if anything fancies you.
Friday, 16th September
The Colombo Book Fair
Calling all readers and book lovers, the Colombo Book Fair is finally here. BMICH, Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 7
Strings – Session 2
Friday Night Lights presents "STRINGS- SESSION 2". A chilled out night to unwind and listen to local musicians show casing their talent. Get ready to witness some new faces performing for the first time. 381/1 Highlevel Road, Nugegoda
Dental Camp – By St. Lawrence's Assitance Bureau
A dental camp organised by the St. Lawrence Assistance Bureau. Get a free dental check up. St. Lawrence Church, Galle Road, Wellawatte.
Saturday, 17th September
Vivace 2016
The concert that you have been waiting impatiently. The concert where music is played in it's purest form. Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium, Prince of Wales Ave, Colombo 14
Ian Bertram – Hot Butter Collective Artist Residency Exhibit
HBC is super excited to invite you all to check out Ian Bertram's new series of work created in his time in Sri Lanka. Barefoot Gallery, 704, Galle Rd, Colombo 3
Handlettering & Calligraphy Workshop
It'sMyType Sri Lanka is hosting its first hand lettering / calligraphy workshop! Raffles, 481, Galle Road, Colombo 3, Sri Lanka., School Ln, Colombo 3
Wilderness First Aid Training
Wilderness First Aid Training. Many backcountry emergencies are preventable, and even when bad things happen, sometimes the wrong care can make things worse. By learning a few basic skills, you can make the difference between a good outcome and a bad one-and maybe even save a life. Kitulgala
Bavarian Sundown Saturday Ride
Ride around the city for fun as the Little Adventures team host Cycling workouts for the recreational cyclist. The Bavarian German Restaurant and Pub, 11 Galle Face Court II, Colombo 3
Sunday, 18th September
A Wedding Affair By Brides Of Sri Lanka – The Biggest Bridal Show of the Year
A charity event to raise funds for the Maharagama National Cancer Hospital – inspired by the Great Gatsby. No. 2 Sir Chittampalam A Gardiner Mawatha, Colombo 2
Naadha 2016
"Naadha 2016" is the first installation of a modern musical voyage bringing you the finest and most sort after artists in the country on one stage delivering you a new experience in musical fusion. Nelum Pokuna Mawatha, Albert Crescent, Colombo 7.
Global Youth Forum on Climate Change
Climate change is one of the key issues that the world is facing today. It does not spare anyone across the globe and increases the vulnerabilities of those who are already marginalised and discriminated due to other social and economic issues. BMICH, Bauddhaloka Mw, Colombo 7.
September Autumn Fair 2016
Have a blast at our fair on Sunday the 18th of September! For shopping, games, an event for the whole family to enjoy! CIOCONAT Lounge, 107, Barnes Place – Kynsey Road, Colombo 7
Ride For Hearts 2016
Since everyone is on a health, fitness regime, here's just another one to add to your list. If cycling is your kinda workout, the event Ride For Hearts 2016, is the one for you. Kimbulawala Walk Way Park, Thalawatugoda.
The Paradise Retreat – Sri Lanka
Ready to escape your daily life and indulge in a slice of Paradise?! Then The Paradise Retreat is perfect for you! Maya, Tangalle Sri Lanka