An evening festival of light art and installations held in Klaipėda’s Old Town. The festival spotlights creative light projections on historic buildings, interactive light shows, and illuminated artworks. It invites both locals and visitors to experience the city after dark, under a luminous artistic program spanning a few winter evenings in February.
Klaipėda’s architecture and port ambiance provide a picturesque backdrop for the celebration. The festival ties to Lithuania’s growing winter festival culture and commemorates Lithuania’s founding. It highlights the synergy of technology and tradition as lights animate the old city center.
Venues and routes
Klaipėdos piliavietė · Klaipėda
The dates that shape the visit.
Opening day · Wed, Feb 17
Festival opening with castle illumination around sunset
Arrive before 19:00 for a good viewing spot; starts with music and speeches followed by castle lighting
Day 2 · Thu, Feb 18
Continuous laser mapping projection on buildings along Tiltų Street each night
Stroll along Tiltų Street between 18:00 and 23:00 to experience the evolving light projection firsthand
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Practical notes refreshed Mar 3.
High crowds · Lively energy
Crowds cluster at popular installations, though the festival area is open-air and visitors can spread out along routes.
Klaipėda is generally safe. Standard precautions in crowded areas and cold weather apply.
Cold winter nights (often below freezing) and possible snow · Outdoor festival continues in light snow/rain
Daily budget: €50, Mid: €100, High: €150+ · Drinks: €1-2 (soft drinks), €2-4 (beer)
Eat at local cafes, use public transit, and enjoy the free outdoor exhibits.
From center: Old Town is a 10-15 minute walk from the main train and bus stations. · Flat pedestrian routes
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