Complete Visitor Schedule
Kandy Esala Perahera 2026
Plan every evening of the Kumbal and Randoli processions, plus the final Day Perahera, with all published dates and starting times in one place.
Schedule & timeline
Complete 2026 calendar
Visitor note: Start times are the published schedule. Arrive early and check PeraheraGo traffic and route updates before travelling into Kandy city.
18Aug
Upcoming1st Kumbal Perahera
Starts06:52 PM
Expected crowdModerate
19Aug
Upcoming2nd Kumbal Perahera
Starts06:41 PM
Expected crowdModerate
20Aug
Upcoming3rd Kumbal Perahera
Starts06:53 PM
Expected crowdHigh
21Aug
Upcoming4th Kumbal Perahera
Starts06:40 PM
Expected crowdHigh
22Aug
Upcoming5th Kumbal Perahera
Starts06:28 PM
Expected crowdVery High
23Aug
Upcoming1st Randoli Perahera
Starts06:44 PM
Expected crowdVery High
24Aug
Upcoming2nd Randoli Perahera
Starts07:00 PM
Expected crowdVery High
25Aug
Upcoming3rd Randoli Perahera
Starts06:53 PM
Expected crowdExtreme
26Aug
Upcoming4th Randoli Perahera
Starts06:44 PM
Expected crowdExtreme
27Aug
UpcomingFinal Randoli Perahera
Starts06:43 PM
Expected crowdPeak (Max)
28Aug
UpcomingDahawal Perahera (Day)
Starts02:18 PM
Expected crowdVery High
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Quick answers
Perahera schedule FAQ
When does the Kandy Esala Perahera 2026 begin?
The first Kumbal Perahera begins on 18 August 2026 at 06:52 PM. The festival schedule continues through the Day Perahera on 28 August 2026.
When is the Final Randoli Perahera?
The Final Randoli Perahera is scheduled for Thursday, 27 August 2026, beginning at 06:43 PM.
What time is the Dahawal (Day) Perahera?
The Dahawal Perahera is scheduled for Friday, 28 August 2026, beginning at 02:18 PM.