Public HolidayReligiousEaster

Easter (Velykos)

When
March 28–2027 (day: 29)
Where
Nationwide
Price
Public holiday — most shops closed Sun–Mon; churches busy with morning mass
A wide panorama of Vilnius rooftops

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