There are 16 public holidays in Lithuania in 2023, seven of which fall on weekends.
New Year's Day
New Year Holiday, celebrated on January 1, 2023, is the first day of the year on the modern Gregorian calendar, and it is one of the most popular holidays in the world.
Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania
Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania, observed on February 16, 2023, commemorates the anniversary of the Act of Independence of Lithuania, which was signed on February 16, 1918. Lithuania's statehood dates to the 13th century when the Kingdom of Lithuania was established in 1251.
Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania
Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania, observed on March 11, 2023, commemorates the anniversary of the independence declaration from the Soviet Union on March 11, 1990. It is the first Soviet republic to declare independence from the Soviet Union.
Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday is an important Christian festival celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Easter Sunday is a public holiday in many countries. In 2023, it falls on April 9.
Easter Monday
Easter Monday is to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus, and it is the Monday after Easter Sunday. It is observed on April 10, 2023.
Labour Day
Labour Day is observed on May 1, 2023, and it celebrates the achievements of workers. The holiday originates in the eight-hour day movement, which is eight hours for work, eight hours for recreation, and eight hours for rest.
Mothers' Day
Mothers' Day, observed on May 7, 2023, is a holiday in honor of motherhood. People celebrate Mother's Day in different forms and on different days worldwide. The original celebration can track back to the ancient Greeks and Romans, while the modern Mother's Day celebrations started in the United States in the early 20th century.
Fathers' Day
Fathers' Day, observed on June 4, 2023, is a holiday honoring fatherhood and paternal bonds. People celebrate Fathers' Day in different forms and on different days worldwide. The original celebration of Father's Day has been recognized in some way for centuries.
St. John's Day
St. John's Day is a religious feast day in several countries. John the Baptist is one of the well-known figures in the Bible, and he was born of aged parents Zachariah and Elizabeth, through the intercession of God. It falls on June 24, 2023.
Statehood Day
Statehood Day, observed on July 6, 2023, commemorates the coronation of Mindaugas in 1253 as the country's first and only king. Mindaugas was considered the person who united the Baltic tribes and the founder of the state. He was assassinated in the fall of 1263.
Assumption Day
Assumption Day commemorates the day that the bodily taking up of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus, into Heaven. The holiday is observed on August 15, 2023.
All Saints' Day
All Saints' Day is observed on November 1, 2023, and commemorates all the saints from Christian history, including those known and unknown.
All Souls' Day
This is a day of prayer and remembrance for the souls of those who have died, and it is observed on November 2, 2023.
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is celebrated on December 25, 2023, and commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. Christmas Day is a holiday of sharing. People exchange Christmas gifts and cards with families and friends.
The following is the list of public holidays in Lithuania 2023.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jan 01, 2023 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania | Feb 16, 2023 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania | Mar 11, 2023 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| Easter Sunday | Apr 09, 2023 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Easter Monday | Apr 10, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Labour Day | May 01, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Mothers' Day | May 07, 2023 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Fathers' Day | Jun 04, 2023 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| St. John's Day | Jun 24, 2023 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| Statehood Day | Jul 06, 2023 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Assumption Day | Aug 15, 2023 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| All Saints' Day | Nov 01, 2023 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| All Souls' Day | Nov 02, 2023 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Christmas Eve | Dec 24, 2023 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Christmas Day | Dec 25, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Second Day of Christmas | Dec 26, 2023 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
Please also check the working days in Lithuania in 2023.