Public HolidayNational DayCulture

Statehood Day (King Mindaugas' Coronation Day)

When
July 6, 2026
Where
Nationwide
Price
Public holiday — most shops and offices closed; many cafes and tourist sites stay open
A wide panorama of Vilnius rooftops

About

Lithuania's national day marking the 1253 coronation of King Mindaugas, the country's only crowned monarch and founder of the Lithuanian state. Vilnius hosts flag ceremonies and the country sings the national anthem in unison at 21:00.

Highlights

  • Only crowned king in Lithuanian history, commemorated since the 13th century
  • Tautiška giesmė (national anthem) sung worldwide at 21:00 Vilnius time
  • Flag-raising ceremonies and a parade in the capital

Practical tips

  • Banks, government offices and most large shops are closed
  • Public transport runs on a reduced holiday timetable
  • Join the anthem singalong at Cathedral Square or Vingis Park in the evening