New Baltic Dance Festival

Naujas Baltijos Šokis

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MusicVilnius
DatesDates TBA · Usually WinterCheck locally before booking
DurationWinterEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forLive music, late nightsFew events anywhere in the Baltics have
Language["lt"]Currency: EUR
CategoryMusicFestival type
The story

New Baltic Dance Festival in Vilnius

New Baltic Dance is the region's oldest and largest contemporary dance festival, bringing choreographers from roughly thirty countries to Vilnius stages each spring since 1997. The programme pairs international productions with emerging Lithuanian talent, workshops, and post-show discussions. Its parallel link to the Baltic Dance Platform lets the festival double as a launching point for regional choreographers seeking international touring opportunities beyond Lithuania's borders.

Each spring, the New Baltic Dance festival turns Vilnius into the region's central meeting point for contemporary choreography.
Your trip starts here
What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Few events anywhere in the Baltics have introduced as many internationally significant dance companies to local audiences, and the festival doubles as a launchpad for the Baltic Dance Platform, which selects choreographers from the region for international touring opportunities

02

The mystery stays covered

Its combination of world-class touring work and homegrown showcase makes it unusually influential for its size

03

The city starts moving

The festival has also served as an early stage for younger Lithuanian dance-makers, several of whom later built careers touring internationally after first appearing here alongside more established companies

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

Post-performance discussions with visiting artists are a near-constant feature

Water and renewal

Living ritual

reflecting the festival's founding emphasis on education alongside spectacle

The sacred route

Living ritual

and its long-running relationship with international touring companies has become a defining

The local code

Living ritual

expected part of each spring edition

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually Winter

Getting around

Plan the trip into Vilnius around the exact event area, then leave extra time for the return.

What to wear

Comfortable, casual clothing works for most performances, and formal dress is not expected even at premiere-style opening events. Some site-specific or studio performances may involve...

Safety

At New Baltic Dance Festival, 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

Ticketing varies by venue and stage. Confirm official passes before booking travel.

Language/currency

["lt"] · EUR

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map54.69 N, 25.28 EOpen in Google Maps

Vilnius, Vilnius, Lithuania

Nearest airportVNO — Vilnius
TransportPlan the trip into Vilnius around the exact event area, then leave extra time for the return.
Stay areaFor peak dates, book flexible lodging near reliable routes into and out of Vilnius.

Your Trip Starts Here

External travel services to turn the plan into a trip — each opens in a new tab.

How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Vilnius via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Vilnius, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for festival season.Compare faresFestival gearComfortable, casual clothing works for most performances, and formal dress is not expected even at premiere-style opening events. Some site-specific or studio performances may involve standing or moving between spaces, so practical shoes are worth wearing.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Lithuania and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is New Baltic Dance Festival?

New Baltic Dance Festival is listed for Multiple months · Winter. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does New Baltic Dance Festival 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?

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

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Vilnius, Vilnius, Lithuania

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

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.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

Official URLvilnius-events.lt
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Listed datesDates TBA · Usually Winter
Source statusOfficial source linked
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