Once a year – usually in summer – Birštonas attracts thousands of visitors from all over Lithuania to a festival that has become a true tradition. For those looking for things to see in Birštonas or things to do in Birštonas during the summer, this festival is an unmissable opportunity to experience the city in full swing. It is a great opportunity to get to know the local community and its culture.

The Birštonas Town Festival has become so popular that many people are planning their visit specifically for this event. The festival offers a wide range of activities for the whole family, including concerts, exhibitions, sports competitions, and tastes of local cuisine. There are also special tours of the town, activities for children, demonstrations of local crafts and historical plays. This is a great time to see the town not only as a resort, but also as a vibrant community centre – the Birštonas Town Festival is worthy of being on everyone’s agenda.

Birštonas Town Festival is not only a summer event, but also the culmination of the resort’s year. It brings together locals and visitors from all over Lithuania to experience the true spirit of the resort, immersing themselves in culture, music and the hustle and bustle of the community.

Festival programme: what to do and see during Birštonas City Festival?

1. Open-air music and culture
   Concerts are held over several days, featuring well-known Lithuanian artists and local music groups. As well as popular music, there are also folk performances, choirs and jazz.
2. Exhibitions and crafts – a living cultural heritage
   During the festival, there are exhibitions of artists and folk craftsmen, where you can not only see but also buy unique works. Local craftsmen demonstrate traditional crafts, inviting you to try them out for yourself.
3. Sports events and active entertainment for the whole family
   The festival programme includes running marathons, cycling races, children’s relay races, basketball and volleyball tournaments. This is the perfect time to enjoy an active holiday in Birštonas, while involving the whole family in fun activities.
4. Street food and traditional dishes
   From freshly baked shashlykas to gourmet desserts, the festive fair offers both traditional Lithuanian cuisine and the flavours of modern gastronomy.
5. Excursions and sightseeing tours
   For those who want to get to know the city better, we offer sightseeing tours ranging from a visit to the Birštonas observation tower to walks in the Nemunas Loops Regional Park.

Music, art and sports festivals

In addition to the town festival, Birštonas invites you to various events in Birštonas every year:

• The International Jazz Festival Birštonas Jazz is one of the oldest jazz festivals in Lithuania and is known throughout the Baltic region.
• Theatre festivals, professional and amateur companies come to perform on the resort’s stages from spring to autumn.
• Sports festivals and running races are ideal for active visitors who want to combine culture and physical activity.

Seasonal events: what’s on in Birštonas in spring, summer, autumn and winter

Birštonas is alive all year round, so you can always find reasons to visit when planning your holiday:

• Spring – spa weekends, Easter events, nature hikes and the opening of seasonal cafés.
• Summer – outdoor concerts, a town festival, swimming, excursions and gastronomic festivals.
• Autumn – cultural weeks, museum education, City Day celebrations, artists’ exhibitions.
• Winter – Christmas Town, evening walks along the light installation trails, a spa break and a holiday in Birštonas during the two festive periods.

Birštonas is a place where there is something for everyone to see and visit, depending on your interests. The abundance of active leisure activities in nature, cultural exploration and wellness treatments is a testament to this. The resort invites you to discover its beauty and good experiences in the heart of Lithuania, and a holiday in Birštonas for two will ensure romantic memories for longer.