Cultural Committee
Preserving and promoting Ceylonese heritage and traditions
Preserving Our Heritage
The Cultural Committee is dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage of Ceylonese Malaysians.
Through various cultural events, festivals, and educational programs, we ensure that our traditions are celebrated and passed down to future generations.
Annual Cultural Festivals
Celebrating Ceylonese traditions and festivals
Arts & Performance
Traditional dance, music, and theatre programs
Language & Literature
Tamil language and literary preservation
Detailed Upcoming Events
Join us in celebrating and preserving Ceylonese culture
Thai Pongal 2025
Celebrate the harvest season with traditional Pongal festivities, featuring cultural performances, traditional food, and community celebrations honoring agricultural abundance.
Date: January 14-15, 2025
Venue: MCC Community Center, Kuala Lumpur
Time: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Heritage Awareness Month
A month-long celebration featuring cultural workshops, language classes, heritage talks by experts, and interactive sessions on preserving Ceylonese traditions.
Date: February 1-28, 2025
Venue: Multiple Locations (KL, Selangor, Penang)
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Arts & Crafts Exhibition
A grand showcase of traditional and contemporary Ceylonese art forms including pottery, weaving, painting, sculpture, and traditional craftsmanship by local artists and artisans.
Date: March 1-31, 2025
Venue: National Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur
Time: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Cultural Programs & Initiatives
Tamil Language Classes
Intensive Tamil language courses for all age groups, from beginners to advanced learners, conducted by certified instructors to preserve our linguistic heritage.
- • Classes held every Saturday and Sunday
- • Online and offline modes available
- • Certificate upon completion
Traditional Arts Training
Classes in Bharatanatyam dance, traditional music, and classical art forms taught by experienced practitioners to keep our cultural traditions alive.
- • Daily training sessions
- • Open for all age groups
- • Regular performances and recitals
Cultural Publications
Publishing literary works, historical documents, and cultural magazines to document and share the rich heritage of Ceylonese Malaysian community.
- • Quarterly cultural magazine
- • Book publication program
- • Digital archives available
Youth Cultural Exchange
Exchange programs with cultural institutions enabling young people to learn, share, and celebrate Ceylonese culture with international communities.
- • Annual cultural tour
- • International partnerships
- • Scholarship opportunities