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Public Holiday Nationwide

Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania

Tuesday, February 16, 2027
February 2027
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🏪 What's open

  • Banks Closed
  • Government offices Closed
  • Schools Closed
  • Shops Mostly closed
  • Restaurants Reduced
  • Public transit Reduced
  • Stock market Closed
  • Post office Closed

🛋️ Long weekend potential

4-Day Block
SAT 13 Weekend
SUN 14 Weekend
MON 15 Bridge Day
TUE 16 Holiday

4-day weekend with a bridge day on February 15

📣 Traveler notes

Lithuania is a Baltic state in Northeastern Europe, bordering Latvia, Belarus, Poland, and the Baltic Sea. The country, which regained independence in 1990, is recognized for its rich culture and history.

  • Observe local customs, especially concerning national symbols and identity.
  • Dress respectfully when visiting religious sites (Catholicism is prevalent).
  • Note that national holidays (e.g., Independence Day, Statehood Day) are important observances.
  • Understand that the celebration reflects strong national commitment to sovereignty.
  • While Vilnius is cosmopolitan, the society remains traditionally conservative. Roman Catholicism is the dominant religion, and national identity is strongly maintained.

About this holiday

Commemorates Lithuania's restoration of independence from the Soviet Union on March 11, marking a significant historical date.