National Student Film Festival AURORA

Aurora Studentinio Kino Festivalis

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Arts & CultureVilnius
DatesDates TBA · Usually AprilCheck locally before booking
Duration2 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forPerformance, exhibitionsAurora fills a gap few other Lithuanian
Language["lt"]Currency: EUR
CategoryArts & CultureFestival type
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National Student Film Festival AURORA in Vilnius

Aurora is Lithuania's largest national film festival built specifically for school-age filmmakers under 19, screening student shorts, documentaries, animation and music videos across two competition programs in Vilnius. Award categories cover best film, cinematography and editing, and the weekend adds free workshops on scriptwriting, editing, sound design and animation alongside professional screenings and networking for nominees.

Aurora launched as Lithuania's first national film festival built specifically for school-age filmmakers, aiming to connect students, teachers and the country's film community around work made by creators under 19.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Aurora fills a gap few other Lithuanian festivals address: a genuinely national, competitive screening platform built exclusively for filmmakers still in secondary school, rather than treating student work as a side category within an adult festival

02

The mystery stays covered

Three distinct award tracks, covering best film, best cinematography and best editing, let young creators be recognized for specific technical skills rather than competing purely on overall polish

03

The city starts moving

Support from partners including the British Council gives the festival institutional credibility beyond a purely grassroots effort, while free admission across every festival activity keeps the event genuinely open to students, teachers and families rather than a ticketed industry showcase

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The three-category award structure

Water and renewal

Living ritual

honoring best film

The sacred route

Living ritual

best cinematography and best editing separately

The local code

Living ritual

functions as the festival's defining format

Tradition 5

Living ritual

deliberately spreading recognition across different filmmaking skills rather than a single grand prize

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually April

Getting around

Getting to National Student Film Festival AURORA works best when the return plan is settled before arrival.

What to wear

Casual clothing suits every part of the festival, from workshop sessions to screenings; comfortable layers work well given movement between different venues across the city over the two-day...

Safety

At National Student Film Festival AURORA, agree on a meeting point and plan food, water and the return route before crowds thicken.

Where to stay

For peak dates, book flexible lodging near reliable routes into and out of Vilnius.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

["lt"] · EUR

Family friendly

unknown

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Vilnius, Vilnius, Lithuania

Nearest airportVNO — Vilnius
TransportGetting to National Student Film Festival AURORA works best when the return plan is settled before arrival.
Stay areaFor peak dates, book flexible lodging near reliable routes into and out of Vilnius.

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is National Student Film Festival AURORA?

National Student Film Festival AURORA is listed for Past edition: 17–18 April 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does National Student Film Festival AURORA take place?

The festival is listed in Vilnius, Lithuania. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

2 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

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Where exactly is it?

Vilnius, Vilnius, Lithuania

Is it family friendly?

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About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Listed datesDates TBA · Usually April
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