Each year the Sri Lankan sky is awash with colour as the annual Sri Lanka National Kite Festival commences. Taking place at various locations across the island, the Kite Festival is a fun event that celebrates the artistic abilities of the participants and Sri Lankan national unity more widely.

The day is a great occasion for all the family as the sky is filled with the colourful creations of the many people who take part. There are various kite competitions held over the course of the festival, including the longest kite, the best kite made solely from national resources, most innovative kite and the number one fighting kite!

With various kite workshops also held, the day is fun packed and perfect for the entire family.