Kandy Cultural Dance Show
Kandy Lake Club, Kandy

Kandy Cultural Dance Show - Tickets, Timings & Tuk Tuk Transfer

The Kandy Cultural Dance Show at the Kandy Lake Club is Sri Lanka's most celebrated traditional performance - running every day at 5:00 PM for over 35 years. Held in a cosy indoor theatre right beside Kandy Lake, the hour-long show brings together all Sri Lankan dance traditions on a single stage: Kandyan Up-Country dancing, Low-Country dancing, Sabaragamuwa dances, fire-walking, and much more.

Our tuk tuk service makes it effortless - we pick you up from your Kandy hotel, drop you at the venue in time for the show, and bring you safely back afterwards. No hassle with directions, no waiting for a taxi in the dark.

Whether you're searching for Kandy cultural dance show ticket prices, show timings, or just the easiest way to reach the Kandyan Cultural Centre - you've found the right place.

Show at a Glance

  • Daily at 5:00 PM (approx. 60 min)
  • Kandy Lake Club, 7 Sangamitta Mawatha
  • 12+ traditional dance performances
  • Fire-walking finale
  • Programme leaflet in multiple languages
  • Free tuk tuk pick-up & drop-off included

What Dances Will You See?

The show is a medley of Sri Lanka's most iconic dance traditions, performed by trained artists in elaborate traditional costumes with live drumming and indigenous instruments:

  • Kandyan (Up-Country) Dancing
  • Low-Country Dancing
  • Sabaragamuwa Dances
  • Devil Dancing (Tovil)
  • Peacock Dance
  • Elephant Dance
  • Cobra Dance
  • Fire-Walking Finale

Kandy Cultural Dance Show Ticket Price 2025

We offer the lowest price for the Kandy Cultural Dance Show - just LKR 2,500 per person, which includes your show ticket and free tuk tuk transfer to and from your hotel. Other operators charge LKR 3,500 or more for the ticket alone - with us, you get the full experience for less.

About the Kandyan Cultural Centre

The Kandy Lake Club Cultural Show started in 1982 as Sri Lanka's first dedicated cultural dance venue, bringing every regional dance tradition under one roof. Over 35 years later, it remains the top-rated cultural experience in Kandy, drawing thousands of foreign visitors every year who want an authentic introduction to Sri Lankan heritage beyond the Temple of the Tooth. The dances are passed down through generations, each style tied to specific ceremonies, rituals, and regions of the island.

Frequently Asked Questions

The show starts daily at 5:00 PM and lasts approximately one hour. We recommend arriving 15 minutes early to get a good seat.
Our all-inclusive price is just LKR 2,500 per person — this covers your show ticket and free tuk tuk pick-up and drop-off from your hotel. Other operators charge LKR 3,500 or more for the ticket alone, making us the best value option for the Kandy Cultural Dance Show.
The show features over 12 traditional performances including Kandyan (Up-Country) dancing, Low-Country dancing, Sabaragamuwa dances, Devil Dancing, and a spectacular fire-walking finale. Performers wear traditional costumes and use indigenous drums and instruments.
Yes, we recommend booking in advance especially during peak season (December to March). Contact us and we will confirm your slot within a few hours.
The show is held at the Kandy Lake Club, No. 7 Sangamitta Mawatha, Kandy - right next to Kandy Lake. Our tuk tuk will pick you up from your hotel and drop you back after the show.

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  • Ticket + Free Tuk Tuk:
  • LKR 2,500
  • Show Time:
  • Daily 5:00 PM
  • Others charge:
  • LKR 3,500+
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Lowest Price - Ticket + Free Tuk Tuk for LKR 2,500!