Each year in the first days of March, the Vilnius Old Town streets are flooded with the uproar of the weekend of Kaziukas (St. Casimir). It is abound with the attendance of folk artisans and craftsmen. The Kaziukas Fair attracts artists not only from the most remote Lithuanian places but also from neighbouring countries. The fair not only boasts with items for sale made by folk artisans, but also with events. Kaziukas Fair this year will be held in Vilnius 4-6 March. Have fun!
CULTURAL EVENTS PROGRAMME:
4th March (Friday)
In the Cathedral Square
15.00-16.00 Kaziukas Fair opening ceremony.
16.00-19.30 Shows of ensembles and dance groups
In the Town Hall Square
12.00-16.00 Shows of ensembles and dance groups.
16.00-17.00 Opening of the Jewish town.
17.00-18.30 Shows of ensembles and dance groups.
By the National Drama Theatre (Gedimino pr. 4)
12.00-17.00 Shows of theater troupes and ensembles
5th March (Saturday)
13.00-14.00 Theatrical carnival procession from the Lukiškių Square to the Rotušės Square.
In the Cathedral Square
11.00-21.15 Shows of ensembles and dance groups.
In the Town Hall Square
12.00-19.00 Shows of ensembles and dance groups.
By the National Drama Theatre (Gedimino pr. 4)
10.00-17.30 Shows of theater troupes and ensembles.
6th March (Sunday)
In the Cathedral Square
11.00-16.00 Shows of ensembles and dance groups.
By the National Drama Theatre (Gedimino pr. 4)
10.00-16.00 Shows of the circus artists and ensembles
St Casimir‘s Church (Didžioji g. 34)
13.30 Concert “ Laudate sancti casimiri”
In the Town Hall Square
11.30-15.00 Shows of ensembles and dance groups.
15.00-16.00 Celebratory closure of the Kaziukas Fair, awards.
