Sinhalese and Tamil New Year’s Eve in Sri Lanka marks the transition into Aluth Avurudda and Puthandu. It is connected with the agricultural calendar, family rituals, food preparation, cleaning, blessings and the anticipation of New Year customs shared across Sinhalese and Tamil communities.

Event Suggestions:
• Explore Sri Lankan New Year foods, games and family traditions
• Learn greetings or cultural customs from Sinhalese and Tamil communities
• Create a display about harvest, renewal and New Year preparation