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September

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Saturday



Kaziukas Fair

from 2010-03-05 to 2010-03-07


Each year on the first days ofMarch,Vilnius Old Town streets are flooded with the uproar of weekend of "Kaziukas". 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. In addition to the traditional accents of the fair, the "Kaziukas Fair" offers the works of socially vulnerable persons, foster home beneficiaries.The fair not only boasts with items for sale, but also with events. Music, children’s concerts and competitions will take place throughout the entire festival on the stage in the Tymas quarter.

 

The festival of St. Casimir the patron saint of Lithuanian was born in the 17th century to whom this fair was dedicated to in the 19th century. It is one other most remarkable calendar festivals with deep traditions, each time presenting ingenious handworks, and having no rivals in the surrounding areas. The fair attracts several hundred thousands of visitors. The second day of the fair will feature a festive theatrical procession with participation, as in old times, of the most famous artisans and promoters of folk art and ancient crafts. The procession of artisans and craftsmen along the Vilnius streets will be special because it manifests the unity of artists, and their determination to strive for common goals under the same flag.

 

More information: www.etno.lt, www.kaziukomuge.lt

 


Ticket prices:

Free admission


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