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Event Industry Economic Value
Estimated value of the event management sector in Sri Lanka as of 2025.
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Sri Lanka Unveils First National Events Calendar to Boost Tourism and ...
Sri Lanka marked a significant milestone in its events and tourism landscape with the launch of its first-ever national event calendar in Colombo yesterday (23), under the patronage of Sunil Handunnetti. The newly introduced “Sri Lanka Events Calendar” has been developed by the Event Management Advisory Board with guidance from the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, bringing together major events scheduled to take place across the country. The initiative is aimed at strengthening Sri Lanka’s expanding event management sector, which was valued at approximately Rs. 60 billion in 2025. Officials say the calendar will serve as an official guide for both local and international events, featuring cultural festivals, sports events, conferences, exhibitions, and high-level meetings. The move is also expected to support tourism promotion and industrial development by offering a centralized platform for event planning and visibility. Speaking at the launch, Minister Handunnetti highlighted Sri Lanka’s strategic geographical location as a major advantage for the sector. He stated that the government is committed to providing the necessary support to help the industry expand, attract foreign exchange, and create employment opportunities, with the long-term vision of establishing the country as a regional hub for event management. Adding to the initiative, a Diploma in International Event Management and Marketing was also introduced to provide structured education and professional training for industry personnel and newcomers seeking to enter the field. The launch event was attended by Chathuranga Abeysinghe, senior government officials, and representatives from the event management industry, marking what officials described as a new chapter for the country’s service and tourism sectors.
Sri Lanka unveils comprehensive National Event Calendar to boost global ...
At a recent ceremony held at the Shangri-La Colombo, the Event Management Association (EMA) of Sri Lanka unveiled the official Sri Lanka Event Calendar. ..
Sri Lanka launches first national events calendar | Daily FT
Sri Lanka's first-ever national events calendar was launched in Colombo yesterday (23) under the patronage of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Minister Sunil Handunnetti. ..
Sri Lanka Launches Event Calendar to Boost Tourism
Sri Lanka has taken a significant step toward revitalizing its tourism industry with the launch of a comprehensive digital platform called the "Sri Lanka Event Calendar." This centralized online resource, unveiled on Thursday, April 23rd, represents a strategic initiative to streamline event information and attract both domestic and international visitors to the island nation's diverse ...
