The Weekend Wrap.

The weekend is the Valentine's weekend. There's a whole host of events for everyone apart from the Valentine's events and there's a whole bunch of those too. Look below to see if anything interests you. Have yourself a great weekend.

Friday, February 12

Pre-Valentines Pop-Up Sale

A welcome change to the clothing scene in Colombo is right around the corner. A vibrant, intriguing and eclectic mix of new and established clothing lines all in one convenient location to pick from. The English Cake Company, 2, Sulaiman Terrace, Off Jawatta Road, Colombo 5.

Skellig by Colombo International School

Science and spirituality, two subjects that usually oppose each other, come together in wonderful harmony in Skellig, a Colombo International School Intermediate production, based on David Almond’s award-winning children’s novel. Colombo International School, 28, Gregory's Road, Colombo 7.

The Book of Love – Valentines Day Weekend

Waters Edge is writing a couple of romantic chapters this Valentine's Day. The Book of Love provides ample opportunities to celebrate your love story. For more information call 112 863 863 for reservations. Waters Edge, No. 316, Ethul Kotte Road, Battaramulla.

Ella Disenchanted

Devi Ballika Vidyalaya takes "Ella Disenchanted" to the stage. The theatrical extravaganza organized by Devi Balika Vidyalaya will go onstage on February 12th at 6 PM. BMICH, Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 7

Saturday, February 13

The Long Bar Celebrates 2 Years

Celebrate birthdays this weekend with the Waters Edge bar, The Long Bar. They are turning two on February 13 and celebrating in style. Water's Edge, 316 Ethul Kotte Road, Battaramulla.

XTAZTIC 2016

There's a non-Valentine-y event taking place this weekend. If you are looking for some of those, drop in at the Viharamahadevi Open Air Theatre where XTAZTIC 2016, a musical extravaganza will take place. Viharamahadevi Open Air Theatre (Amphitheater), Colombo 7.

Global Village 2016

Global Village 2016, a world tour in two hours is a cultural celebration from around the world. The youth will showcase their nations through singing, dancing, food, games, costumes, music and traditions. ANC Education, 308-310, R.A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo 4.

Open Mic Night: February

Are you someone who likes to have your coffee with cream, sugar and live music? If the answer is a resounding 'yes', why don’t you, along with your friends, head down to Castelo, Kandy in at the Open Mic Night. Castelo, No. 2A Mahamaya Mawatha, Kandy.

Sunday, February 14

Letter Earthlings

Letter Earthlings are back and they are just in time for Valentine's Day. So do drop in, if you are fond of penning some words. For the Valentine's edition of Letter Earthlings, you can write special letters of love to all of your loved ones, so make sure you bring those addresses along with you. The English Cake Company, 2 Sulaiman Terrace, Off Jawatta Road, Colombo 5.

For the full list of Valentine's Day events go here.

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