March is finally here and many more exciting events are lined up for this week. With the International Women’s Day round the corner, many events are being organised to commemorate this special day. Featured today are a few events which are happening this weekend in and out of Colombo. 

Logan premiere (on March 3, 2017) at Majestic and Empire Cineplex 

Wolverine (Hugh Jackman) returns for another explosive adventure in this sequel from 20th Century Fox and Marvel Studios. He has won international recognition for his roles in a variety of film genres and is famous for his long-running role as Wolverine in the X-Men series. He is also popular for his lead roles in Kate & Leopold, action-horror film Van Helsing, magic themed drama The Presige, epic fantasy drama The Fountain, romantic drama Australia, Les Miserables and thriller Prisoners. 

Logan is the upcoming third and final Wolverine film and is intended to be the tenth instalment in the X-Men series, as well as the third and final Wolverine solo film following X-Men Origins.  Logan undertakes a final adventure in the post-apocalyptic future, having played the role for 17 years. 

Logan will be screened at Majestic Cineplex and Empire Cineplex as follows: 

Majestic Cineplex: 10.15pm 1.15pm 4.15pm 7.15pm Fri/Sat 10.15 pm 

Empire Cineplex: 1.30pm 4.30pm 7.30pm Fri/Sat 10.30 pm Sat/Sun 10.30 am 

Events (in Colombo) 

Colombo Hive @ Bloomfield Cricket and Athletic Club 

Are you more interested in getting a hands-on experience packed with memories to take home? Fun games and activities await you with many exciting giveaways. The core objective of this event is to raise funds for children with cancer and all proceeds will be in aid of their well-being. 

Be a part of Colombo Hive to have fun and make a change. 

When: March 4, 2017 
Where: Bloomfield Cricket and Athletic Club 
Time: 10.00am-8.00pm 

Pani Puri Fiesta @ Panaash 

Join the Pani Puri Fiesta at Panaash this Saturday and delight your taste buds with delicious authentic Pani Puris at only Rs. 200/- per Portion. Call 0114931786 or 0112504490 to reserve your portions in advance. 

When: March 4, 2017 
Where: Panaash, No. 245, Havelock Road, Colombo 6 
Time: 12.30pm onwards 

Cookie decorating workshop @ Lankan Care Craft, Dehiwela 

This event is for all cookie lovers to get a hands-on experience on how to bake perfect vanilla cookies, make sugar paste, do brush embroidery and many other items included when baking cookies. 

Entrance fees Rs. 8000 (inclusive of all project materials, refreshments and many cookies to take home). For registrations please contact: 0773727444. 

When: March 4, 2017 
Where: Lankan Care Craft, Dehiwela 
Time: 10.00am-5.00pm 

Exhibition of drawings and paintings @ JDA Perera Gallery 

A joint art exhibition presenting close to 60 works by five artists: G.Wathuwelagedara, Noeline Fernando, Royden O.GIbbs, Micheal Anthonisz and Amaresh Pereira will be showcased this weekend at the JDA Perera Gallery. 

When: March 4 & 5, 2017 
Where: JDA Perera Gallery 
Time: 9.00am-6.00pm 

Agora night market @ Racecourse, Colombo 

Agora Night Market, the latest night hangout zone in Colombo creates a consistent space for creative arts, musical performance, fire dancers, neon fashion, food & beverages, mixed martial arts and dance acts in Sri Lanka. 

Entrance is free and if you interested in booking a stall drop an email to [email protected] or contact 0778125482. 

When: March 4 & 5, 2017 
Where: Racecourse, Colombo 
Time: 7.30pm-10.00pm 

Events (Out of Colombo) 

Fancy dress party @ OZO Kandy 

Alliance Française de Kandy, French language & cultural centre , with the partnership of OZO Kandy brings you the first ever Mardi Gras celebrations in Kandy during the colourful Carnival festival season in France & all around the world. Golden beads, glittering masquerade masks, "Fatty Tuesday" food, sparkling drinks and fancy dresses to match up with some great DJ tunes around the Rooftop pool at OZO Kandy. 

Tickets only event. 

When: March 4, 2017 
Where: OZO Kandy 
Time: 7.00pm onwards 

High tea @ Mahaweli Reach Hotel, Kandy 

The ‘Kandy Mums’ wish to celebrate International Women's Day with ‘High Tea’ this Saturday at Mahaweli Reach Hotel, Kandy. This will be an educational fun-filled evening with a forum of cutting edge technology for overweight ladies by ‘Slim Lady’ gym -Kandy. Here ladies will be educated on how to lose body fat effectively with modern technology. 

When: March 4, 2017 
Where: Mahaweli Reach Hotel, Kandy 
Time: 4.00pm-7.00pm 

Snorkeling and Camping @ Hikkaduwa 

Hikkaduwa has become a popular destination for those in vacation mode. This weekend will be quite exciting for snorkelling and camping fans as the Yaman team is getting ready to pull off a fun-filled experience. The programme includes two days of coral reef snorkelling, night camping at Hikkaduwa Beach accompanied with seafood BBQ and a beach party. 

Rs. 4900 would be charged per person and for more details contact Shani +94719508969 or Mayura - +94771193610. 

When: March 4 & 5, 2017 
Where: Hikkaduwa beach 
Time: 3.00pm onwards