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Easter (Velykos)
When
March 28–2027 (day: 29)
Where
Nationwide
Price
Public holiday — most shops closed Sun–Mon; churches busy with morning mass
About
Lithuania's most important Christian holiday, a two-day public holiday in 2027 celebrated with decorated margučiai eggs, egg-rolling games, morning resurrection mass and family feasts.
Highlights
- Beautifully decorated margučiai (Easter eggs) are a Lithuanian craft tradition
- Early-morning resurrection mass followed by family feasts
- Egg-rolling and egg-tapping games continue on Easter Monday
Practical tips
- Easter falls early (March 28–29) in 2027 — most shops closed both days
- Book Easter Sunday lunch at restaurants in advance
- Expect heavy return traffic into Vilnius on Monday evening