Pepsi Street Kala 2.0 showcased Sri Lankan art, music, and food, uniting audiences in colourful cultural celebration

Pepsi Street Kala returned for its second edition on 4 July 2026 at Excel World, Colombo, turning the venue into a whole-day celebration of Sri Lankan Kala with festivities incorporating Sri Lankan art, music, and food.

Organised by Pepsi®, the public art initiative drew thousands of visitors united through creativity, culture, and community.

Embracing what young Sri Lankans love most, Pepsi® continues to connect with local audiences as more than a global brand, but a partner rooted in local identity.

"At Pepsi®, we’ve always believed in celebrating the passions that bring people together, and Pepsi Street Kala is a reflection of that spirit.

With its second edition, Pepsi Street Kala continues to evolve as a vibrant platform that champions local creativity, foster community connections, and celebrate the bold, vibrant spirit of Sri Lanka,” said Anshuman Mishra, West & Sri Lanka Franchise Lead and Associate Director, PepsiCo"

At the heart of the festival was an Art Exhibition in collaboration with the Academy of Design (AOD), placing emerging local artists in the spotlight to showcase their own interpretations of Pepsi-themed art.

The collaboration offered fresh talent a platform to reach a wider audience, linking a well-known global brand with Sri Lanka's growing art scene.

Along with the exhibition, an interactive wall provided attendees the opportunity to display their own creativity by picking up a brush and adding their personal strokes to a shared canvas which evolved throughout the day.

The stage at the venue came alive with musical performances by some of Sri Lanka’s most popular artists, including the band Knights, along with Wasthi, Nilan Hettiarachchi, Raveen Tharuka, Dinesh and Kaizer, and Hana Shafa.

Together, they brought the energy and diversity of Sri Lankan music to the heart of the festival.

Visitors also enjoyed exciting games and sampled local favourites at a range of food stalls, where the flavours tasted even better with an ice-cold Pepsi®.

A dedicated mocktail bar served up refreshing Pepsi® mocktails.

All these experiences were designed for everyone to join in and resonate with youth on a deeper level.

“What began as a city-wide open-air art gallery has grown into a wider celebration of Sri Lankan creativity, bringing together emerging artists, live music, great food, and interactive experiences for everyone to enjoy,” said Amit Joshi, Country Head, Varun Beverages (VBL).

Strengthening ties, Pepsi® ensured audiences felt recognised and valued, enjoying the festivities and appreciating the meaningful steps the brand has taken to engage with local culture and connect with communities.