Participation & Travel Information

Everything you need to know about who can join, what to expect, and how we support your journey.

Part
Part-2

Who Can Participate?

Rhythm of Lanka welcomes Sri Lankan communities living overseas to take part in this cultural homecoming. Participation is open to individuals, families, groups, and organizations committed to celebrating Sri Lankan heritage.

Participation List:

  • Organized performance groups
  • Language schools
  • Dhamma schools
  • Sri Lankan organizations and businesses
  • Families
  • Groups of friends
  • Individuals based overseas

Why Participate in Rhythm of Lanka?

For Participants

  • Professionalism: Perform as recognized artists
  • Recognition: Be the main performers of a national-level event
  • Belonging: Strengthen emotional and cultural roots
  • Homecoming: Reaffirm Sri Lanka as home
  • Connection: Build lifelong ties with the nation

For Families & Relatives

  • Pride: Watch children perform on a prestigious national stage
  • Connection: Experience emotional reconnection with Sri Lanka
  • Legacy: Pass culture and values to the next generation

For the Sri Lankan Audience

  • Continuity: Culture preserved beyond borders
  • Inspiration: Learn from global exposure and discipline
  • Confidence: Assurance that Sri Lankan culture remains strong worldwide

Accommodation
Options

Participants may choose accommodation based on personal preference and convenience during their stay in Sri Lanka

5-star hotel
accommodation

Hostel
Accommodation

Staying at personal homes or
with relatives

Travel & Hospitality Support

To ensure a smooth and welcoming experience, travel and hospitality support will be provided to participating teams during the official event period.

Support Includes:

  • Airport pick-up for participating teams
  • Grand welcome at the airport as a gesture of appreciation
  • Comfortable local transportation during:
    • Event days
    • Scheduled rehearsals only
Hospitality

City Tours & Optional Experiences

City tours and tourist experiences are included in the standard event package. However, customized tours and travel arrangements can be organized upon request based on team preferences. Optional services include tourist essentials and tailored travel support.

Colomboo

Confirmed Participation So Far

The following organizations and countries have confirmed participation to date:

Organizations

  1. HELABIMA โ€” UAE ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช
  2. CEYLON INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL โ€” USA ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
  3. SRI LIONS โ€” UAE ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช
  4. USLA Auckland โ€” New Zealand ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ
  5. AUS LANKA โ€” Australia ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ

Cultural Groups

  • Dancing Angels โ€” New Zealand ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ
  • Vidu Dancing School โ€” Australia ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ
  • Meshan Dissanayake Dancing Academy โ€” UAE ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช
  • Tharanga Art Academy โ€” New Zealand ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ
  • Achala Dilrukshi Dance Academy โ€” UAE ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช
  • Chanchala Bulathwatta Academy Of Arts โ€” Italy ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น
  • Dinu Dancing Academy โ€” Qatar ๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
  • Ranwala Lama Balakaya โ€” Australia ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ
  • Ranwala Lama Balakaya โ€” UK ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง
  • Thisaravi Dance Foundation โ€” France ๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท
  • Madugalla Dance Academy โ€” Singapore ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฌ
  • Rangara Dancing Academy โ€” Canada ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
  • Sankalana Dance Group โ€” Canada ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
  • Sasikala Dancing Academy โ€” Oman ๐Ÿ‡ด๐Ÿ‡ฒ
  • Abhina Dance Academy โ€” Australia ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ
  • Rangara Performing Arts Inc. โ€” Canada ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
  • เถšเถฝเท เถปเท– โ€” Italy ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น
  • Canberra Group โ€” Australia ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ
  • Noopura Performing Arts Institute โ€” New Zealand ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ
  • เถถเถฝเท’ เถšเท”เถปเท”เถงเทŠเถงเท เถทเทเท‚เท เถดเทเทƒเถฝเทŠ. โ€” United Arab Emirates ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช
  • Dhara Traditional Dancing โ€” Italy ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น
  • Madugalla Rangayathanaya โ€” Singapore ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฌ
  • Sankalana Dance Group โ€” Canada ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
  • Sri Lankaramaya Sunday School โ€” Singapore ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฌ
  • Sey Lankans โ€” Seychelles ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡จ
  • Sri Lankan Dance Academy of PNG โ€” Papua New Guinea ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฌ
  • Pradeep Wickramasinghe performing art of Sri Lanka โ€” Italy ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น
  • Lakmini Udawatta Sagayuru Madiya โ€” United Arab Emirates ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช
  • Kandyan Dancers Company โ€” United Kingdom ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง
  • Lak Daruwo โ€” USA ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ