Public holiday
Sinhala & Tamil New Year Day 2026
Sinhala & Tamil New Year Day 2026 falls on
Tuesday 14 April 2026
This date has passed.
What this means for your trip
Major national holiday. Most businesses, shops, and banks closed for 2–3 days. Streets are very quiet on the day itself and extremely busy 1–2 days later as people travel back to the cities.
Common questions
When is Sinhala & Tamil New Year Day in 2026?
Sinhala & Tamil New Year Day falls on Tuesday 14 April 2026 in Sri Lanka. This date is taken from the Government Gazette.
What is closed on Sinhala & Tamil New Year Day?
Major national holiday. Most businesses, shops, and banks closed for 2–3 days. Streets are very quiet on the day itself and extremely busy 1–2 days later as people travel back to the cities.
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