Event Highlights:
Cultural Spectacle – Witness breathtaking performances, from traditional dance displays to live music and interactive workshops that showcase Sri Lanka’s rich heritage.
Gastronomic Delights – Savor the best of Sri Lankan cuisine, from sizzling kottu and fragrant curries to crispy hoppers and sweet kokis. A true feast for the senses awaits!
Community Celebration – Gather with friends and family at the iconic Queen Victoria Market, a hub of cultural diversity. Experience the joy, unity, and festive spirit that makes Awurudhu Pola a cherished event.
Live Performances – Feel the rhythm and energy of Sri Lanka with mesmerizing cultural performances..
Rain or Shine, The Festival Goes On! – Enjoy a seamless festival experience under the covered sheds of Queen Victoria Market. No matter the weather, the celebrations will be in full swing!
Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable day of culture, food, and festivity!
🔹 FREE ENTRY | Family-Friendly Event
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Sri Lankan Festival Melbourne
Date : Sunday 4th May 2025
Time : 10AM - 4PM
Venue: Queen Victoria Market
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🎤 Stage Line-Up – Sri Lankan Festival 2025
🕙 10:00 AM – DJ Rush
Kick off the festival with high-energy beats from DJ Rush – a crowd favourite bringing you the sounds of Sri Lanka all day long!
🕥 10:15 AM – Welcome Remarks
Join us for the official opening with welcome speeches from community leaders and special guests.
🕧 10:30 AM – Tiya Dance Troupe
Experience the elegance of traditional Sri Lankan dance from the talented Tiya Dance Troupe.
🕚 11:00 AM – Shashila’s Dance Troupe (1st Set)
Immerse yourself in the rhythms of upcountry Kandyan and coastal Pahatharata dance styles.
🕦 11:45 AM – Shashila’s Dance Troupe (2nd Set)
Another stunning performance blending classical and lowland Sri Lankan dance traditions.
🕧 12:30 PM – Rangana & Udumbara Dance Troupe
Powerful traditional drumming and dance come together in this captivating cultural performance.
🕐 1:30 PM – Don Sherman: The Singing Chef
Enjoy a unique live cooking and singing show with Don Sherman – a fusion of flavour and fun with Sri Lankan flair.
🕝 2:30 PM – AMA Dance (1st Set)
Enjoy classical Bharatanatyam and Sri Lankan traditional dance from one of Melbourne’s top dance schools.
🕒 3:15 PM – AMA Dance (2nd Set)
AMA returns with another dazzling showcase of movement, colour, and culture.
🎉 All Day – DJ Rush
Keep the energy high throughout the day with DJ Rush spinning your favourite Sri Lankan hits and festival vibes!
Food Vendors & Market Stalls
🍛 Spice Garden
Chicken Kottu, Egg Roti with Curry, Philly Cheesesteak, Nuggets, Calamari & Hot Chips
🥙 Byte My Assets
Lamb & Chicken Kebabs, HSPs, Loaded Chips
🍲 Taka Taka Kottu
Kottu (Chicken, Lamb, Veggie), Cheesy Roti, Spicy Chickpeas, Wade, Sri Lankan Iced Coffee
🍡 Drums – Sri Lankan Street Food
Authentic Kottu, Lamprais, Street Food Combos
🥞 Hoppers Unlimited
Hoppers, Egg Hoppers, Variety Hoppers, Refreshments
🥘 Ceylon Food Pty Ltd
Cassava with Wild Boar Curry, Coconut Rotti, Meat & Veg Options
🥗 The Prince of Yazh
Viral Parottas with Chicken Curry, Dhal, and Vadai – North Sri Lankan Specials
🍛 Amas Delight
Yellow Rice with Lamb, Chicken Curry Rice
🍡 Global Venture Enterprise
Charcoal-Grilled Satay Skewers, Pita Kebab, Cold Drinks
🔥 Flamin Skewers
SE Asian BBQ Chicken Skewers, Pickled Chicken Salad Rolls
🥤 Fresh Rus
Fresh Sugarcane Juice & Coconut
🍵 Hilltop Ceylon Tea
Premium Ceylon Teas: Gold, Green, Cardamom, Cinnamon
🧁 Cravings by Sue
Ribbon Cake, Love Cake, Gateaux Cupcakes, Milk Toffees
🍧 OZ Waffle
Waffles with Tropical Fruits, Soft Serve, Fruity Slushies
+ Saffron Delights: Teas, Lemonade, and Saffron Salt
🧋 Chatime
Fruity Teas: Lychee, Mango, Peach, Pomegranate
🍭 Fairy Floss Kingdom
Glow Fairy Floss, Fresh Popcorn in all sizes
🥢 Don Daddy
Specialty String Hoppers in Two Flavours
🛍️ Market & Cultural Stalls
Sasha Collections & Theya Collections – Fashion & Accessories
Sonam Mehendi – Henna Art
SUNGHUE Chilli Sauce – Premium Jarred Chilli Sauces (5 Heat Levels)
For sponsorship opportunities for 2025 please email : sales@foodietrails.com.au or call 1800667791 for a sponsor pack.
In partnership with
We proudly acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land of the people of the Kulin nation and their rich culture. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present and emerging. We acknowledged Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people as Australia’s first peoples and as the traditional owners and custodians of the land on which we work and live