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Kaunas Christmas Tree Lighting

Expected timing
Kaunas traditionally lights its tree first, about a week before Vilnius (Saturday 22 November in 2025). The 2026 date has not been announced yet, so this is an estimate.
Where
Town Hall Square (Rotušės aikštė) · Kaunas day trip
Price
Free
Date not announced. Kaunas traditionally lights its tree first, about a week before Vilnius (Saturday 22 November in 2025). The 2026 date has not been announced yet, so this is an estimate. Treat this as a planning window and confirm through the official link before booking travel.
A large Christmas tree decorated with lights

About

Kaunas opens Lithuania's festive season by lighting its tall natural Christmas tree in Town Hall Square. A concert starts the evening, and Old Town Christmas market weekends, a Christmas train and a skating rink on Unity Square follow.

Highlights

  • Lithuania's first big Christmas tree lighting of the season
  • A real tree decorated with Art Deco-inspired gold ornaments in 2025
  • Christmas market weekends, workshops and an ice rink on Unity Square follow

Practical tips

  • Kaunas is about an hour from Vilnius by train, so it's an easy evening trip
  • Arrive early for a spot near the stage in Town Hall Square
  • Combine it with the Vilnius tree lighting a week later

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