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Events at the British Council

Movie screening 'Wind in the Willows' in Kandy

Toad, Ratty, Badger, and Mole go on a lively adventure in Oscar-winning Julian Fellowes' musical adaptation of the well-known children’s book by Kenneth Grahame.

Date
Sunday 20 September 2026 15:00 to 17:00
Location
British Council Kandy

Mystery book pick

Ready to discover your next great read in a whole new way?

Date
Sunday 20 September 2026 15:00 to 16:30
Location
British Council Jaffna

Movie screening 'The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde' in Colombo

A scientific experiment takes an unexpected turn when Dr Jekyll meets the murderous Mr Hyde in this thrilling adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s dark psychological

Date
Thursday 24 September 2026 18:00 to 20:00
Location
British Council Library, Colombo 03

Stories of Sustainability

Discover magical stories from around the world with Giles Abbott and explore how we can care for our planet. Date: Friday 25 September 2026

Date
Friday 25 September 2026 17:00 to 18:00

Dramatic Readings and an In-Conversation Event

This in-conversation event is with the Georgi Markov Awardees at the recently concluded BBC International Audio Drama Competition 2026.

Date
Friday 25 September 2026 18:30 to 19:30
Location
British Council Colombo Library

Smile in Pain

Smile in Pain (created by Musicmatters Collective)

Date
Sunday 27 September 2026 18:00 to 19:00
Location
British Council Library, Colombo 03

 

The British Council Reading Marathon isn’t just about reading—it’s an immersive experience filled with engaging activities to help you grow as a engaged and reflective reader.

Join our new Professional Skills Workshops in 2026

British Council Sri Lanka is happy to announce the Professional Skills Workshop series to improve workplace skills for you and your team members. Click here to view the 2026 schedule!

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