Winter Highlights Calendar
DECEMBER
DECEMBER
28th of November – 8th January
28th of November – 8th January
Christmas period (Vilnius, Kaunas other cities)
What can be more beautiful than a Christmas fairy tale along the narrow streets of Vilnius, Kaunas, Klaipeda or else where... Enjoy the festive atmosphere and magical mood all month long. See the most impressive Christmas trees in Europe.
10th-30th of December
10th-30th of December
Christopher Christmas Festival, Vilnius
The fascinating world of music invites you to immerse yourself in classical waltzes, dreamy nocturnes, fiery flamencos and energetic rock beats.
JANUARY
JANUARY
January-February
January-February
Frozen lakes season – the biggest chance of getting on the ice
When it's cold enough time to enjoy the frozen lakes and lagoons. Go for ice skating, cross-country skying, kiting on the ice, ice-fishing, ice yachting, horse sledge ride and other adventures.
23th of January-8th February
23th of January-8th February
"Winter Screens" French cinema festival
A delight for film connoisseurs and Francophiles alike, this cosy and subtle film festival presents an array of film stars and young directors, avant-garde films, and even a programme for children.
25th January
25th January
Vilnius Birthday
Celebrate Vilnius' 698th anniversary amid the illuminated Light Festival installations in and around the Old Town. Amazing spectacles are guaranteed. No need to bring any gifts.
24th–6th of January
24th–6th of January
Vilnius Light Festival
See Vilnius illuminated in new colors after dark. Artists from all over the world create a completely different city view with light installations, beautifully incorporating them into the unique architecture of Vilnius and its public spaces.
FEBRUARY
FEBRUARY
2th of February
2th of February
Sartai horserace on the lake
On the first Saturday of February, visit the horserace with very deep traditions, where the teamsters compete on ice! All this at the Dusetos Hippodrome from the water from the nearby lake Sartai.
7th-9th of February
7th-9th of February
Palanga Smelts Festival
Have you heard about the fish that smells like fresh cucumbers? There was a time when fishermen used to lure them into their nets under the ice with songs. These days, the songs are sung on the shore of Palanga.
14th-16th February
14th-16th February
Klaipeda Lights Festival
With the slogan "The brightest event of the city!" the festival clears dusk and winter boredom away and brings thousands of citizens and guests of the city back on the streets of Klaipeda's Old Town.
22th February
22th February
Uzgavenes in Rumsiskes – the most popular traditional shrovetide carnival
real traditions hunters go to Rumsiskes and celebrate Uzgavenes in a countryside as it were hundred years ago. Jump over fires, watch the legendary fight between winter (Lasininis) and spring (Kanapinis), see the burning of a winter symbol called Morė, and enjoy the traditional songs and dances.
22th February
22th February
Žiemos žūklės ir užgavėnių šventė (Mindūnai
real traditions hunters go to Rumsiskes and celebrate Uzgavenes in a countryside as it were hundred years ago. Jump over fires, watch the legendary fight between winter (Lasininis) and spring (Kanapinis), see the burning of a winter symbol called Morė, and enjoy the traditional songs and dances.
25th February
25th February
Uzgavenes in Plateliai – the most popular traditional shrovetide carnival
real traditions hunters go to Plateliai and celebrate Uzgavenes in a Zemaitija National Park where the tradition is the most alive. Choose your mask and put it on! Watch the legendary fight between winter (Lasininis) and spring (Kanapinis), see the burning of a winter symbol called Morė, and enjoy the traditional songs and dances.
25th February
25th February
Uzgavenes in Vilnius – traditional shrovetide carnival.
When you cant reach the countryside areas, Vilnius coyld be a right place to experience a quirky Lithuanian tradition.
6th-8th of March
6th-8th of March
St Kazimir's Fair (Kaziuko Muge), Vilnius
Celebrate spring! This 400-year-old tradition promises to wake the city up after the sleepy win - ter. Get your Easter palm bouquet, eat special gingerbread, admire the wicker crafts, and attend a few traditional shows.
6th-8th of March
6th-8th of March
Vilnius Coffee Festival
Taste coffee from all over the world, learn more about how it gets from the farm to your cup, try blends prepared especially for the festival, have a coffee prepared at the official All Stars Bar, and watch baristas compete for the title of Vilnius' best cup of coffee.
MARCH
MARCH
19th of March – 2th of April
19th of March – 2th of April
Visit the biggest and most important annual film event in Lithuania. Attend a few premieres, join discussions with filmmakers, and watch some exciting movies. The program is divided into five parts and is easy to follow: Discovery of the Year, Festival Challenges, Masters, Critics' Choice, and Competition of European Debuts.
Birch and maple sap collecting
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