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Observance · not a public holiday in Sri Lanka

World Water Day

World Water Day 2026 in Sri Lanka is observed on Sunday, 22 March 2026.

World Water Day is not an official public holiday in Sri Lanka — it's a widely observed day (date shown is when Sri Lanka observes it), but offices and schools stay open. See Sri Lanka's official public holidays →
Sunday, 22 March 2026
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DateSunday, 22 March 2026
StatusNot a public holiday in Sri Lanka
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World Water Day is a public holiday in Sri Lanka. This page collects the date for each year, plus other holidays in the country's calendar.

History & origin

World Water Day is officially observed as a public holiday in Sri Lanka. We are building out a longer history & traditions section for this holiday. In the meantime, the calendar below shows World Water Day's date across multiple years and how it interacts with the country's long-weekend opportunities.

Traditions & customs

World Water Day observance varies by community and region within Sri Lanka. Government offices, banks, and schools are typically closed.

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Frequently asked questions

When is World Water Day 2026 in Sri Lanka?

World Water Day 2026 in Sri Lanka is observed on Sunday, 22 March 2026.

Is World Water Day a public holiday in Sri Lanka?

No. World Water Day is marked in Sri Lanka as a widely observed day, but it is not an official public holiday — workplaces and schools stay open.

How many days until World Water Day?

The countdown above shows the exact days, hours and minutes remaining. The year-by-year list below has World Water Day's date in the surrounding years.

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