August promises many wonderful events in Vilnius. Festivals, concerts and hopefully good weather to enjoy all of it! So if you are still thinking about coming to Vilnius, don’t hesitate to book your tickets and join the locals in celebrating summer before it’s over.
Music Incubator NOVUS
Poster by the organisers
From July 7th to September 1st, every Tuesday at the stage of Art Factory Menų fabrikas LOFTAS, new bands from Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia will perform live. During the selection rounds, 4–5 acts will present their original music, evaluated by an international panel of music industry professionals. For 11th time this international competition is aiming to discover the best rising act from the Baltic music scene.
Where? Arts Factory “Loftas”. Švitrigailos st. 29
When? every Tuesday till September 1st. 7PM
How much? Free to attend
More info: Facebook page
Vilnius Burger Fest ’26
Photo by Vilnius Burger Fest'26
This is the only festival in Lithuania dedicated to gourmet burgers. From specialized restaurants to fun food trucks, 20 participants will each prepare at least one burger just for the festival. Food enthusiasts will have 12 hours to discover and experience new tastes, good music and latest burger trends.
Where? Tymas Quarter
When? August 5
More info: Vilnius events Burger Fest'26
Corgi Race Vilnius
Photo by Corgi race organizers
Corgi Race Vilnius is an international event that guarantees a good mood; last year we welcomed around 100 dogs from across Lithuania and neighbouring countries. This year these agile darlings will not only compete on the racetrack and show off their most creative costumes but will also compete for the title of mightiest voice! We’ll also discover who is fastest at solving puzzles while looking for treats. Food vendors and other activities hosted by our pawtners will also be on site, so we got everything you need covered.
When? August 15 from 1PM
Where? Vingis Park
How much? 6-10 EUR
More info: corgiracevilnius.com
exhibition DEPOSITIONS at St. George the Martyr Church
Photo by Bažnytinio paveldo muziejus
Eglė Ridikaitė’s exhibition, through an unexpected artistic gesture, weaves together sites of faith, painful historical experiences, and a sense of present vulnerability. The inspiration for the work was the archaeological excavations of the Great Synagogue of Vilnius, demolished during the Soviet era. During these excavations, fragments of the synagogue floor were unearthed beneath the windows of the artist’s studio at the time. The beauty revealed in these remnants inspired Ridikaitė to capture them, translating into painting the life-size surfaces of the synagogue’s bimah and mikvah, the moon-like bases of its columns, and other exposed fragments. St George’s Church was not chosen as the site for Ridikaitė’s installation by chance. Desecrated and converted into storage during the Soviet period, the space carries a renewed symbolic charge – as both a temporary refuge and a silent witness. When the sanctuary became a depository of the so-called Book Palace, dedicated librarians secretly preserved their part of the Jewish written heritage, including Torah scrolls.
When? till October 3rd
Where? St. George the Martyr Church (entrance from K. Sirvydo St. 4, through the old gates)
More info: The Church Heritage Museum in Vilnius website
How much? 10 EUR, 5 EUR with student or seniour discounts
Local Drinks Tastings in Vilnius Old Town Cellars (for english speakers)
Photo by organisers
This experience brings together history, tradition, and the finest creations of Lithuanian wine and mead makers. You will enjoy wines and meads crafted exclusively by small local producers, made from local fruits and berries. Learn stories about Lithuanian wine and mead traditions, their production, and the people who keep these traditions alive today. The tastings are guided by members of the Lithuanian National Winemakers’ Association, offering guests authentic first-hand stories and personal insights into the craft.
When? Tuesdays to Saturdays from 4PM
Where? Vokiečių st. 20
More info: Tickets
How much? 45 EUR
Walking tours!
Vilnius with Locals photo
A must-do experience in Vilnius is joining one of our guided walking tours led by knowledgeable local guides. August is a great time to leave Vilnius Old Town and uncover other neighborhoods. Check out our Vilnius: From ‘90 to now tour to investigate the cultural and societal shifts facing the city and the country. Learn about life in Vilnius under communist rule in our Soviet Vilnius tour. Or maybe you want to travel to Trakai in a sustainable way – by train? Then don’t hesitate to join our exclusive Trakai Tour by Train!
Hope this blog post helped you to plan your August holiday in Vilnius!