More information on events, travel and accommodation:

Vilnius Tourist Information Centre
Mėsinių street 3A, LT-01119 Vilnius
Phone:+370 5 262 9660
E-mail: tic@vilnius.lt
www.vilnius-tourism.lt
www.vilnius-convention.lt

 
Vilnius
 
Vilnius
VILNIUS BOOK FAIR
The biggest fair in the Baltic States, annually visited by 55 thousand people. Numerous cultural events are dedicated to books during the four days of this fair.
CONTACT:
Exhibition Centre LitExpo,
Lithuanian Publishers Association,
Lietuviskos knygos (Lithuanian Books)
lla@centras.lt, bookfair@litexpo.lt
www.litexpo.lt		  
12-15 February
UZGAVĖNĖS (SHROVE TUESDAY)
One of the most entertaining days in Vilnius, marking the end of the winter. The streets are alive with people in masks and costumes. Shows of Vilnius folklore ensembles create a festive atmosphere in the city.
CONTACT:
Vilnius Ethnic Activity Centre
info@etno.lt, www.etno.lt		  
24 February
FAIR "KAZIUKO MUGĖ"
The traditional folk arts and crafts fair dedicated to the 4 March, the day of the Patron of Lithuania, St Casimir.
CONTACT:
Marceliukės klėtis
marceliukeskletis@one.lt
www.marceliukeskletis.tinkle.lt		  
27 February
SPRING OF CINEMA
International film and video festival.
CONTACT:
Kino Pavasaris
info@kinopavasaris.lt
www.kinopavasaris.lt		  
2-16 April
NEW BALTIC DANCE
International annual dance festival. One of the most outstanding festivals in the Baltic States. Groups from Sweden, Finland, Norway, Denmark, the UK, France, Russia, Poland, Latvia and Lithuania take part.
CONTACT:
Vilnius Festivals
www.vilniusfestivals.lt		  
4-12 May
VILNIUS FESTIVAL 2009
Festival features classical music and invites world-famous performers. Each year the festival has a different concept.
CONTACT:
Vilnius Festivals
www.vilniusfestivals.lt		  
14-29 May
CULTURE NIGHT: LET THERE BE NIGHT!
Feel the joy of the night of culture in anticipation of St. John's Day. Variety of events in the city: performances, concerts, fairs, exhibitions. Add an extra day to your life.
CONTACT:
Vilnius - European Capital of
Culture 2009
www.kulturagyva.lt		  
20-21 June
ST. CHRISTOPHER SUMMER FESTIVAL
Concerts of organ and symphonic music, jazz, or choir and wind orchestra performances.
CONTACT:
Kristupo Festivalis
audra@kristoforas.lt
www.kristupofestivaliai.lt		  
1 July-31 August
DAYS OF THE CAPITAL CITY
International Days of the Capital City. Carnivals, fairs, concerts, fire works in the streets and squares of the city.
CONTACT:
Vilnius Festivals
info@vilniusfestivals.lt
www.vilniusfestivals.lt		  
4-6 September
VILNIUS JAZZ
The oldest annual jazz event in Vilnius. The festival is a threshold between East and West, creates new trends in jazz
CONTACT:
Vilnius Jazz Festival
office@vilniusjazz.lt
www.vilniusjazz.lt		  
15-18 October
LUX-FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
Science, nature and arts will join their forces at the international festival of lights LUX.
CONTACT:
Vilnius - European Capital of
Culture 2009
www.kulturagyvai.lt		  
20-22 November

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