Avenra Hotels turns up festive spirit with annual cake mixing

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Avenra Hotels officially ushered in the festive season with its annual cake mixing ceremony, a key internal milestone on the group’s calendar that symbolises unity, goodwill and the spirit of Christmas. This year’s celebration was hosted at Avenra Beach Hikkaduwa, bringing together the group’s management, teams and invited partners in a vibrant and festive setting.

As the festive momentum builds, Avenra Gardens Hotel in Negombo, situated in Sri Lanka’s renowned Christmas capital, is set to take centre stage in national celebrations. For the 8th consecutive year Avenra Gardens will serve as the official hospitality partner for “Hiruth Ekka Naththal” the country’s largest and most star-studded Christmas event.

The highly anticipated celebration brings together leading artistes, media personalities and thousands of attendees annually, firmly establishing it as a highlight of Sri Lanka’s Christmas calendar.

Avenra Gardens’ continued partnership with Hiruth Ekka Naththal underscores the group’s standing as a preferred venue for large-scale entertainment and cultural events, as well as its strong ties to Negombo’s rich Christmas heritage. Its expansive banquet facilities, landscaped gardens and proven event-hosting capabilities make it a natural choice for landmark festive celebrations.

Avenra Hotels Director Sachini de Silva the annual cake mixing ceremony reflects the group’s values and festive readiness. “Our group cake mixing is an important tradition for Avenra Hotels. It brings our teams together and marks the beginning of a season centred on celebration, service excellence and memorable guest experiences across all our properties,” she noted.

With a growing portfolio that includes Avenra Gardens Negombo, Avenra Beach Hotel Hikkaduwa and Avenra Gangaara Wennappuwa, Avenra Hotels continues to strengthen its footprint in Sri Lanka’s hospitality landscape delivering warm, authentic experiences for leisure travellers, corporate clients and event partners alike.