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02decAll Day16febCHRISTMAS ICE IN THE PALACE OF THE GRAND DUKES OF LITHUANIA
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This year, the Vilnius ice skating rink will be full of surprises and will welcome its visitors in the Great Courtyard of the Palace of the
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This year, the Vilnius ice skating rink will be full of surprises and will welcome its visitors in the Great Courtyard of the Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania (Katedros sq. 4) until February 16th, 2024.
Here, Vilnius residents and guests will be able to try out the more than 700 m2 open-air ice rink, relax with hot drinks and culinary delicacies, and watch festive performances from the nearly 1000-seat grandstands.
In the evenings, when the sun reaches the horizon, the whole palace ensemble will be flooded with a colorful and enchanting sea of lights – the story of Grand Duke Gediminas’ dream and the Legend of the Iron Wolf will come to life in the courtyard of the Palace every day with the music, light and video projection show “Legend. Vilnius Dream”.
A special surprise awaits the little visitors – in front of the Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania, Santa Claus’ residence will be located, which will open the gateway to the magical and enchanting world of fairy tales.
Christmas Ice in the Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania
2nd December 2023 – 16th February 2024
I–VII 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Grand opening – on December 2, 8:00 p.m.
Free skating sessions (on workdays – for children and seniors and on weekends – for everyone):
10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Mass skating sessions, daily:
12:30 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
1:45 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
4:15 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.
9:15 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Session price: 5 € for children, 7€ for adults
Tickets: at the ticket office near the Palace or at kakava.lt
Evening show „Legend. Vilnius dream“
2nd–30th December 2023, daily:
6:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
8:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
Tickets: at the ticket office near the Palace or at kakava.lt
Santa’s residence
2nd December 2023 – 7th January 2024
I–VII 9.00 a.m. – 9.00 p.m.
Tickets: at the ticket office near the Palace or at kakava.lt
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Time
December 2 (Saturday) - February 16 (Friday)
Location
The Great Courtyard of the Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania (Katedros sqr. 4)
03dec(dec 3)16:0017(dec 17)17:00Sound of Christmas at the Presidential Palace
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Initiated by First Lady Diana Nausėdienė three years ago, the “Sound of Christmas at the Open Presidential Palace”
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Initiated by First Lady Diana Nausėdienė three years ago, the “Sound of Christmas at the Open Presidential Palace” continues the tradition and invites the residents and guests of Vilnius to visit the Christmas-decorated inner courtyard and the historical park of the Presidential Palace.
For three consecutive Sundays, from 16:00 to 17:00, live performances of Christmas carols and choral music will resonate in the courtyard of the Presidential Palace. The music will be performed by six children, youth and adult choirs, with over 200 singers from Vilnius, Kaunas and Alytus.
Every Sunday, the performances will start by lighting an Advent wreath candle in the Presidential courtyard, and during the concerts.
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December 3, 16:00
Gospel Choir of the Church of St. Johns (directed by Kristina Žaldokaitė)
December 10, 16:00
Kaunas Boys and Youth Choir Varpelis (directed by Christian Frattima)
Vilnius Choir Singing School Liepaitės Youth and Girls Choirs (directed by Edita Jaraminienė and Jolita Vaitkevičienė)
December 17, 16:00
The Garfunkels – International Choir of Vilnius (directed by Matthieu Bruyndonckx)
Alytus Cultural Center Chamber Choir Varsa (directed by Vidas Simanauskas)
The inner courtyard and the historical park of the Presidential Palace are open to visitors throughout the festive period until January 7.
Working hours:
I–IV 18:00–20:00
V 17:00–21:00
VI 12:00–21:00
VII 12:00–20:00
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3 (Sunday) 16:00 - 17 (Sunday) 17:00
Location
The inner courtyard of the Presidential Palace
09dec10:0016:00VILNIUS CHRISTMAS RUN
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The 48th Christmas Run – invites you to dress up for the winter running festival, give an active and
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The 48th Christmas Run – invites you to dress up for the winter running festival, give an active and cozy time to yourself, friends and family and welcome the upcoming Christmas!
Distances: 12 km, 6 km, 3 km and “Elfin running” for children from 2 to 12 years.
9th December, 2023 we run through the festive streets of Vilnius.
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Time
(Saturday) 10:00 - 16:00
Location
Vincas Kudirka Square
13dec(dec 13)11:0017(dec 17)16:00CHRISTMAS DESIGN SQUARE
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On 13th–17th December, after a break of several years, Vilnius residents and visitors will be invited to meet
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On 13th–17th December, after a break of several years, Vilnius residents and visitors will be invited to meet at Vincas Kudirka Square for the CHRISTMAS DESIGN SQUARE, where around 50 Lithuanian creators, artists and designers will be presenting their latest products and an assortment of exclusive gifts.
Working hours:
I–VI 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
VII 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
To choose gifts will be easier than ever before!
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13 (Wednesday) 11:00 - 17 (Sunday) 16:00
Location
Vincas Kudirka Square
21dec17:0019:00CHARITY EVENT „MALTESERS SOUP“
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On Thursday, 21 December, Vilnius Cathedral Square will host the 18th “Maltesers Soup” campaign to welcome the winter season with sensitivity and care. This year’s message
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On Thursday, 21 December, Vilnius Cathedral Square will host the 18th “Maltesers Soup” campaign to welcome the winter season with sensitivity and care. This year’s message is “Caring in a bowl”.
Starting at 5:00 p.m., a soup town will be located next to the Christmas town and the Christmas tree, where visitors will be able not only to enjoy different flavors of soups, but also to meet the Maltesers, who care for 2320 elderly people all year round in 44 locations in Lithuania, learn more about Maltesers’ beneficiaries, and do a good deed – donate.
The first lady of the country Diana Nausėdienė will come to pour the first ladle of soup and support the Maltesers.
More information: maltieciai.lt
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Time
(Thursday) 17:00 - 19:00
Location
Cathedral Square
24dec21:0023:00CHRISTMAS EVE MASS
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The Christmas Eve Mass will take place inside the Basilica of Vilnius Cathedral, and we invite you to come and experience one of the most important
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The Christmas Eve Mass will take place inside the Basilica of Vilnius Cathedral, and we invite you to come and experience one of the most important religious events on the Lithuanian calendar. The beginning: 9:00 p.m.
Time
(Sunday) 21:00 - 23:00
Location
Vilnius Cathedral (Šventaragio Str.)
28dec16:0019:00UKRAINIAN AND LITHUANIAN CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS
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Celebrate Christmas together, sharing support and friendship on 28th December from 4.00 p.m. –
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Celebrate Christmas together, sharing support and friendship on 28th December from 4.00 p.m. – Christmas celebration for Ukrainian and Lithuanian children at the Cathedral Square.
For the second year of the event, there will be plenty of good cheer and smiles – Lithuanian music stars will be performing, Lithuanian and Ukrainian young talents will be playing games, and taking photos.
Every child from Ukraine who comes to the event will receive a sweet Christmas present. During the event, volunteers will bake and treat the participants with hot doughnuts.
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Time
(Thursday) 16:00 - 19:00
Location
Cathedral Square
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New Year’s Eve is a time to celebrate the end of the year and welcome what’s in store for the New Year. Vilnius
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New Year’s Eve is a time to celebrate the end of the year and welcome what’s in store for the New Year.
Vilnius will welcome the 2024 New Year with a special spectacle in Cathedral Square – a festive installation of lights on the Vilnius Cathedral Bell Tower and laser show at midnight.
The beginning of the event 10:00 p.m.
Time
December 31 (Sunday) 22:00 - January 1 (Monday) 01:00
Location
Cathedral Square
06janAll DayPROCESSION OF THREE WISE MEN
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The Christmas period ends with the Epiphany holiday (6th of January), which commemorates the Three Kings – Gaspar, Melchior and Balthazar, who have visited baby Jesus.
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The Christmas period ends with the Epiphany holiday (6th of January), which commemorates the Three Kings – Gaspar, Melchior and Balthazar, who have visited baby Jesus.
The events of the end of festive season in Vilnius will start near the Gates of Dawn at 4:00 p.m. The parade of the three kings’ effigies will take place the city streets and will end with a traditional performance that includes placing a crib at Cathedral Square.
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Time
All Day (Saturday)
Location
Gate of Dawn – Cathedral Square