Lithuania (LT)
Lithuania is the largest and most southerly of the three Baltic states, a semi-presidential EU republic celebrated for its remarkably preserved Baroque capital Vilnius (UNESCO World Heritage), dramatic coastal dunes at Neringa (also UNESCO), vibrant startup and fintech ecosystem (home of Revolut HQ, Vinted, Nord Security, and Hostinger), rapidly rising living standards, and a resilient population with deep cultural roots stretching back to one of the last pagan civilisations in Europe to adopt Christianity.
Capital: Vilnius
Region: Europe
Language: Lithuanian
Currency: EUR (€)
Cost of living: Affordable (index 47)
Emergency: 112
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Public Holidays 2026
14 holidays in Lithuania. Some may vary by region.
January 2026
Thu 1
New Year's Day Public Holiday
Naujieji metai
Public holiday. Celebrated with fireworks and parties on New Year's Eve (Naujametinė naktis). Vilnius hosts a large public celebration in Cathedral Square.
February 2026
Mon 16
Restoration of the State of Lithuania Day Public Holiday
Lietuvos valstybės atkūrimo diena
One of the most important national holidays — commemorates the Act of Independence signed on 16 February 1918, restoring the independent Lithuanian state after more than a century of Russian rule. Major celebrations, flag-flying, and ceremonies throughout Lithuania.
March 2026
Wed 11
Restoration of Independence Day Public Holiday
Lietuvos nepriklausomybės atkūrimo diena
Commemorates the restoration of independence from the Soviet Union on 11 March 1990, when Lithuania became the first Soviet republic to declare independence. A deeply significant day with ceremonial events and national pride.
April 2026
Sun 5
Easter Sunday Public Holiday
Velykos (Pirmoji diena)
Catholic Easter Sunday — public holiday. Lithuanian Easter traditions include painting Easter eggs (margučiai) and playing egg-rolling games. Families attend church and gather for a festive meal.
Mon 6
Easter Monday Public Holiday
Velykos (Antroji diena)
Second day of Easter — public holiday. Family visits and continuation of Easter celebrations.
May 2026
Fri 1
International Labour Day Public Holiday
Tarptautinė darbo diena
Public holiday. May 1 is observed as a national holiday across Lithuania.
Sun 3
Mother's Day Public Holiday
Motinos diena
Mother's Day in Lithuania falls on the first Sunday of May. Public holiday. Celebrated with flowers, gifts, and family gatherings to honour mothers.
June 2026
Sun 7
Father's Day Public Holiday
Tėvo diena
Father's Day — first Sunday in June. Official public holiday in Lithuania since 2024. Jun 7 in 2026. Celebrated with family gatherings and appreciation events.
Wed 24
Feast of St. John / Midsummer (Joninės) Public Holiday
Joninės / Rasos šventė
Midsummer celebration — one of the most beloved Lithuanian folk holidays. Celebrated with bonfires, flower crowns, folk music, and dancing. Young people search for the mythical fern flower at midnight. Known as both Joninės (St. John's Day) and Rasos (Dew festival). Very festive throughout the country.
July 2026
Mon 6
Statehood Day Public Holiday
Valstybės (Lietuvos karaliaus Mindaugo karūnavimo) diena
Lithuanian Statehood Day — commemorates the coronation of King Mindaugas, the only King of Lithuania, on 6 July 1253. The date symbolises the establishment of the Lithuanian state. Celebrated with historical events, pageants, and ceremonies.
August 2026
Sat 15
Assumption of the Virgin Mary Public Holiday
Žolinė (Švč. Mergelės Marijos ėmimo į dangų diena)
Catholic feast day and public holiday. Also known as Žolinė — a folk tradition of blessing herbs, flowers, and grains. Celebrated in churches with herb-blessing ceremonies.
November 2026
Sun 1
All Saints' Day Public Holiday
Visų Šventųjų diena
Catholic public holiday. Families visit cemeteries to light candles on the graves of relatives. Lithuanian cemeteries on All Saints' Day (and All Souls' Day November 2) are illuminated by thousands of candles — a deeply atmospheric and moving tradition.
December 2026
Fri 25
Christmas Day Public Holiday
Kalėdos (Pirmoji diena)
Christmas Day — public holiday. However, Christmas Eve (Kūčios, December 24) is the most important Christmas celebration in Lithuania — a traditional 12-dish meatless supper with family, including dishes such as herring, mushroom soup, barščiai with ausytės, poppy milk, and gingerbread.
Sat 26
Second Christmas Day Public Holiday
Kalėdos (Antroji diena)
Second day of Christmas — public holiday. Family visits, gift exchanges, and continued Christmas celebrations.
Note: Some holidays in Lithuania apply only to specific regions or states. Check local regulations for your area.