Lankan Fest New Zealand and Ceylon Cricket Carnival Come to Waikaraka Park A new community celebration combining cricket, music, culture and business will come to Auckland on Sunday 1 November 2026. Lankan Fest New Zealand and the Ceylon Cricket Carnival will be held at Waikaraka Park, marking the first time the established festival has been staged in New Zealand. The event is powered by Home Lands and organised by Krystal Events and Ormiston Cricket Club. Alongside a day of cultural and entertainment activities, organisers are inviting Sri Lankan businesses, food vendors and brands to take part through stalls, advertising and sponsorship opportunities. For Sri Lankans in New Zealand, the festival offers a chance to gather around familiar cultural traditions and the shared enthusiasm for cricket. It also creates a public-facing opportunity for businesses to introduce their products and services to Auckland’s diverse communities. A New Zealand debut for Lankan Fest ...