Connect Ville today officiates A’Bay Connect 2025, a groundbreaking four-day festival poised to officially launch the Arugambay 2025 tourist season from Friday, June 6th to Monday, June 9th, 2025.
This historic event marks Sri Lanka’s premier multi-venue, multi-genre, and multi-activity festival, welcoming attendees of all ages with no boundaries.
This monumental event was officially announced on Sunday, May 4th at an industry stakeholder gathering at Chill Colombo at the Port City. Chill Café in Ella recently received the accolade of being voted the world’s 2nd best restaurant for casual dining by international travelers on TripAdvisor.
Powered by the innovative event platform Connect Ville and the media powerhouse ABC Network, led by Sun FM, *A’Bay Connect 2025* embodies the spirit of collaboration, uniting Arugambay’s iconic venues, diverse artists, local activity providers, and the vibrant community for an unprecedented celebration. The festival aims to create a collective, nationwide buzz, signaling that Arugambay is open and ready to welcome both local and international visitors for an unforgettable season.
The four-day extravaganza offers a unique experience each day:
- Friday, June 6th (Opening Night)
A spectacular launch ceremony featuring a Cultural Perahera showcasing community highlights, mesmerizing fire acts, fireworks over the bay, and a captivating light show. Partner venues will offer a relaxed atmosphere with minimal music.
- Saturday, June 7th & Sunday, June 8th (Music Weekend)
The heart of the festival beats across 7 partner venues: Mambos, Hideout, Rupas, Funky De Bar, The Surf Resort, Leaf & Vine, and OceanSky Bar. Expect a non-stop, diverse lineup of live bands (Rock, Pop, Funk, Soul, Blues, Reggae, Baila), electronic music DJs, acoustic sessions, stand-up comedy, and more from sunrise to late night. The unique multi-venue pass allows attendees to freely roam and discover different vibes.
- Monday, June 9th (Open Day)
A day focused on exploring Arugambay’s adventurous side with organized surfing competitions, beach sports, special jungle hikes, and safari/lagoon tours.
“A’Bay Connect 2025 is more than just a festival; it’s a movement born from collaboration,” said Dumidu Thabrew, Founder of Connect Ville and Festival Producer, alongside Director Charith Abeysinghe. “We are thrilled to partner with the incredible venues, artists, and community of Arugambay to officially kick off the 2025 season with Sri Lanka’s first truly multi-dimensional festival experience. It’s an open invitation for everyone, from everywhere, to connect and celebrate the unique energy of Arugambay.”
Leveraging Sri Lanka’s recognition as a top travel destination for 2025, A’Bay Connect 2025 will also feature significant international PR outreach, inviting global travelers to join the celebration. Locally, creative campaigns including celebrity endorsements and intriguing QR code placements across major cities will build anticipation.
The Connect Ville platform will provide festival passes, detailed schedules, an interactive 3D map of Arugambay, and information on accommodation and travel partners. Attendees are encouraged to secure their passes early for this landmark event.