This year, March 11 in Vilnius will be truly special—Lithuania celebrates the 35th anniversary of its restored independence! More than just a day to raise the flag, it’s an opportunity to dive into the festive spirit with a packed program. From concerts and parades to cultural events and exhibitions, Vilnius invites everyone to honor history and embrace freedom in their own way. So, where should you go? Here are the must-visit March 11 events in Vilnius!
March 11 Celebrations in Vilnius – A Loud and Creative Tribute to Freedom!
🕘 9:00 AM – Flower Laying Ceremony at the “Žinia” (Message) Monument in Independence Square. The Lithuanian Honor Guard will take part in the event.
🕘 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM – March 11 activities at the Parliament Visitor Center. Kids can unleash their creativity in workshops, history buffs can dive into archival footage, and trivia lovers can test their knowledge. At 1:00 PM, enjoy live performances by Balys Dvarionas Music School students, followed by a screening of the documentary film “Jonas Žemaitis-Vytautas: The Last Wish” at 3:00 PM.
🕛 12:00 PM – 12:40 PM – Flag Raising Ceremony for Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia in Independence Square.
🕛 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM – Open Doors at the Statehood Learning Center (Totorių g. 28).
🕛 12:40 PM – 1:00 PM – Military Parade featuring the Lithuanian Honor Guard and orchestras from the Baltic states, marching down Gediminas Avenue from Independence Square to Cathedral Square.
🕛 12:40 PM – 5:00 PM – Open House at the Lithuanian Parliament (Seimas). Explore interactive exhibits, concerts, and historical documentaries.
Music Program at the Parliament:
🎵 12:40 PM – 1:30 PM – Concert “Children of Freedom” by Balys Dvarionas Music School.
🎵 1:35 PM – 2:25 PM – Traditional Folk Performances from Trakai.
🎵 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM – “Celebrating Lithuania” by Algirdas Music School.
🎵 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM – New Vilnius Music School presents “Music for Freedom”.
🕐 1:00 PM – Holy Mass at Vilnius Cathedral Basilica.
🕑 2:00 PM – Joint Baltic Military Orchestra Concert in Cathedral Square.
🕒 3:00 PM – Free guided tours of Vilnius organized by the Vilnius Cultural Center.
🕕 6:30 PM – Festive Concert “Only the Free Grow Strong” in Cathedral Square.
Exhibitions & Cultural Events for March 11
📅 March 3 – 31
🔹 “Continuity of the State: The Code of Independence in the March 11 Act” – Exhibition at Stained Glass Gallery (Seimas Parliament, Building I). Open for visitors on March 11 (12:30 – 5:00 PM), March 14, 21, and 28 (11:00 AM – 3:00 PM).
🔹 “Citizens’ Will: The Lithuanian Constitution” – Exhibition at the Parliament Visitor Center (Gedimino pr. 60, Vilnius).
📅 March 10 – 31
📖 “Greetings for Independence” – Display of books, telegrams, and historical messages at the Parliament Reading Room (Building III).
📸 Vytautas Daraškevičius Photography Exhibition – “To Freedom: 1988–1991” – Also at the Parliament Reading Room.
🏛 Permanent Exhibit
“Sworn Not to Retreat: Lithuania’s Stance During the 1991 Soviet Aggression” – on display at the January 13 Memorial outside the Parliament. Special March 11 visiting hours: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
March 11 – A Celebration of Past and Present
Freedom isn’t just a memory—it’s a living, breathing part of our everyday choices. March 11 is about more than looking back; it’s about moving forward, united and proud. Wherever you go in Vilnius, the city will pulse with history, music, and energy.
So, if you’re wondering whether to join the celebrations, the answer is clear—absolutely! Whether at a parade, a concert, or a guided tour, Vilnius gives you every reason to celebrate Independence Day with pride. See you there!
📍 Join the festivities and celebrate freedom together!
