Vilnius Christmas Tree 2026 at Cathedral Square

The Christmas tree in Cathedral Square marks the start of the 2026 festive season in Vilnius. Visit for the lighting celebration or include the illuminated tree in a later walk through the Old Town.

Dates, location and practical information

Dates: November 28, 2026 – January 6, 2027
Location: Katedros aikštė, Vilnius

The lighting celebration begins on 28 November at 19:30 local time and is also scheduled for broadcast on LRT. The tree remains in the square until 6 January. The one-off lighting ceremony is separate from the full visiting period; the nearby Christmas market and carousel have their own schedules.

Vilnius Christmas programme (in Lithuanian)