Underground parties or open bars in Colombo during the Vesak alcohol ban

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Oliver B.1105 rep2
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We are in Colombo for Vesak weekend. Since all public bars and liquor stores are legally closed, are there any underground parties or hotels that secretly serve alcohol to foreigners.

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Oliver B.1105 rep2

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Do not attempt this. The Vesak alcohol and meat ban is strictly enforced by the government out of deep cultural respect. Even underground parties shut down because police raids during Poya days result in massive fines and loss of liquor licenses. Use this weekend to detox, drink king coconut, and enjoy the beautiful street culture. Partying will resume on Monday.

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Amali D.770 rep1

Understood. We will just enjoy the lanterns and the free food stalls.

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Oliver B.1105 rep2

Can we drink alcohol we brought duty-free inside our private Airbnb room.

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Sophia M.1415 rep2

That is the right attitude! The Dansal (free food stalls) are basically a giant street party of their own.

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Amali D.770 rep1

Inside a private home is legally fine, just do not be loud or disrespectful to neighbors.

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Suresh K.1170 rep1

If you are caught drinking publicly on the beach or street during Vesak, you will be arrested.

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Suresh K.1170 rep1

Even the minibars in 5-star hotel rooms are locked during Vesak.

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Sophia M.1415 rep2

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