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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania
Monday, February 16, 2026
February 2026
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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
3-Day Block
SAT
14
Weekend
SUN
15
Weekend
MON
16
Holiday
3-day weekend (February 14 – February 16)
📣 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.