Public holiday
Day Before Sinhala & Tamil New Year 2027
Day Before Sinhala & Tamil New Year 2027 falls on
Tuesday 13 April 2027
That is 208 days from now.
Provisional. This date is not yet confirmed in the Government Gazette and, for Islamic holidays, depends on local moon sighting. Treat it as likely, not settled.
What this means for your trip
Public holiday. Intercity transport fully booked; accommodation prices spike 30–50%. The auspicious time for lighting the hearth is the key evening ritual.
Common questions
When is Day Before Sinhala & Tamil New Year in 2027?
Day Before Sinhala & Tamil New Year falls on Tuesday 13 April 2027 in Sri Lanka. This date has not yet been confirmed in the Government Gazette and may shift by a day.
What is closed on Day Before Sinhala & Tamil New Year?
Public holiday. Intercity transport fully booked; accommodation prices spike 30–50%. The auspicious time for lighting the hearth is the key evening ritual.