Public holiday in Lithuania
Anniversary of the Coronation of King Mindaugas in Lithuania
Monday, July 6, 2026
Nationwide public holiday
A nationwide public holiday in Lithuania marking the coronation of King Mindaugas, the country’s only king. It is observed each year on 6 July and is one of the main state commemorations in the Lithuanian calendar.
About Anniversary of the Coronation of King Mindaugas in Lithuania
The holiday is a civic commemoration of Lithuania’s medieval statehood rather than a religious observance. Because it falls in mid-summer, it is also one of the country’s regular public-holiday dates outside the Christmas and Easter period. In Lithuania, the day is best understood as a national remembrance of the coronation of King Mindaugas and the historical roots of the state.
History
Mindaugas is the ruler associated with the formation of the Lithuanian state in the 13th century, and his coronation is traditionally remembered as a landmark in the country’s early history. The modern public holiday was established in independent Lithuania to mark that event on 6 July.
Traditions
A distinctive custom is the evening singing of the Lithuanian national anthem, usually at 9 p.m. People often gather outdoors or at home for this symbolic moment, treating it as a shared expression of national identity rather than a formal ceremony.
How Anniversary of the Coronation of King Mindaugas is celebrated in Lithuania
The day is marked by official commemorations and public cultural events in some places, but it is also commonly spent as a summer day off. Many people use the holiday for family time, outings or travel within Lithuania.
Interesting facts
The holiday is fixed to 6 July and is observed nationwide. It is the only Lithuanian public holiday centered specifically on a crowned medieval ruler.
Dates in published calendars
| Year | Holiday date | Observed date | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 Jul 2026 | — | Nationwide |
Import sources
- Generic ICS feed
An import is not an independent verification.