Puzino Street carnival fair
Street vendors sell pastries, crafts and folk performances entertain families
Shrovetide Carnival (Panevėžys)
Užgavėnės Panevėžyje
Panevėžys, Lithuania
Feb 17, 2026ExpectedSource
Each Shrovetide, the city of Panevėžys celebrates Užgavėnės with a fair and a masked procession. Vendors sell baked goods and crafts as the figures Lašininis and Kanapinis lead the costumed parade, in a celebration that blends Lithuanian folk custom with the turn toward Lent.
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Carnival performance at cultural center
Attendees watch historic dance reenactments, participate in contests for best costume, and enjoy live music
~12:00
Where it happens
P. Puzino gatvė
Panevėžys, Lithuania
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Traditional mask or costume
Dress for the setting
Visitors are encouraged to wear masks and join parades but should remain on sidewalks durin...
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Family-friendly and secular; just avoid interfering with performers
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Crowds & timing
Crowd level: moderate.
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Ticket required: €0
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REGIONAL COMMUNITY & FOLK LIFE
Shrovetide Carnival (Panevėžys)
Užgavėnės Panevėžyje
Panevėžys, Lithuania
Each Shrovetide, the city of Panevėžys celebrates Užgavėnės with a fair and a masked procession. Vendors sell baked goods and crafts as the figures Lašininis and Kanapinis lead the costumed parade, in a celebration that blends Lithuanian folk custom with the turn toward Lent.
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About Shrovetide Carnival (Panevėžys)
This municipal carnival blends Lithuanian folk customs (like needle and thread games) with local theatre and music. It's seen as a modern continuation of communal winter-farewell rituals in the Aukštaitija region.
Family-friendly and secular; just avoid interfering with performers
What visitors should understand
Attendance can be appropriate while active documentation is not. Let local boundaries define your role.
What not to do
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Some celebrations are best approached quietly: arrive prepared, follow posted rules, and leave without turning the moment into content.
The story behind it
This municipal carnival blends Lithuanian folk customs (like needle and thread games) with local theatre and music. It's seen as a modern continuation of communal winter-farewell rituals in the Aukštaitija region.
Key moments to know
Puzino Street carnival fair
Street vendors sell pastries, crafts and folk performances entertain families
~12:00Expected
Carnival performance at cultural center
Attendees watch historic dance reenactments, participate in contests for best costume, and enjoy live music
How to show up well
respectful presence
Plan the timing
Traditional mask or costume
Dress for the setting
Visitors are encouraged to wear masks and join parades but should remain on sidewalks during performances.
Keep the visit respectful
Family-friendly and secular; just avoid interfering with performers
Essentials at a glance
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Feb 17, 2026
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City / Area
Panevėžys
Aukštaitija
Cost
€0
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Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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