Holidays in Lithuania
History of Lithuania
Lithuania boasts a rich history that dates back to the Middle Ages. Known for its strategic position as a crossroad between East and West, this country has seen a blend of cultures and influences throughout the centuries. From its formation as a grand duchy in the 13th century to its status as a vibrant European nation today, Lithuania's past is filled with tales of nobility, conflict, and resilience. Its journey through periods of grandeur, occupation, and eventual independence shapes the national identity and pride seen in its people today.
Why Lithuanians Cherish Their Holidays
Lithuanians hold their holidays in high regard, seeing them as vital opportunities to reinforce national identity and familial bonds. These occasions are steeped in traditions that reflect the country’s history, culture, and values. From the solemnity of Independence Day to the joyous celebrations of Joninės, each holiday serves as a reminder of the nation's journey and achievements. This deep appreciation is also a way for generations to connect, sharing stories and customs that define their heritage.
What to Do in Lithuania
- Explore Vilnius' Old Town: Wander through cobblestone streets and admire the blend of Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and classical architecture.
- Visit the Hill of Crosses: Experience this powerful symbol of peace and resistance, with over 100,000 crosses planted over the years.
- Enjoy the Baltic Sea: Relax on the sandy beaches of Palanga or explore the Curonian Spit, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its unique landscape.
- Discover Lithuanian Cuisine: Treat yourself to traditional dishes like cepelinai (potato dumplings) or šaltibarščiai (cold beet soup).
- Attend a Cultural Festival: Participate in vibrant local festivals such as Kaziuko Muge or Užgavėnės, which showcase folk music, dance, and crafts.
Date |
Holiday |
January 1, 2024
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New Year's Day
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February 16, 2024
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The Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania
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March 11, 2024
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Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania
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March 31, 2024
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Easter Sunday
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April 1, 2024
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Easter Monday
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May 1, 2024
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International Working Day
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June 24, 2024
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St. John's Day
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July 6, 2024
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Statehood Day
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August 15, 2024
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Assumption Day
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November 1, 2024
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All Saints' Day
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November 2, 2024
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All Souls' Day
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December 24, 2024
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Christmas Eve
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December 25, 2024
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Christmas Day
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December 26, 2024
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St. Stephen's Day
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January 1, 2025
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New Year's Day
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February 16, 2025
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The Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania
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March 11, 2025
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Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania
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April 20, 2025
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Easter Sunday
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April 21, 2025
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Easter Monday
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May 1, 2025
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International Working Day
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June 24, 2025
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St. John's Day
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July 6, 2025
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Statehood Day
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August 15, 2025
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Assumption Day
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November 1, 2025
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All Saints' Day
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November 2, 2025
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All Souls' Day
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December 24, 2025
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Christmas Eve
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December 25, 2025
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Christmas Day
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December 26, 2025
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St. Stephen's Day
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January 1, 2026
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New Year's Day
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February 16, 2026
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The Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania
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March 11, 2026
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Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania
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April 5, 2026
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Easter Sunday
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April 6, 2026
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Easter Monday
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May 1, 2026
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International Working Day
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June 24, 2026
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St. John's Day
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July 6, 2026
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Statehood Day
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August 15, 2026
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Assumption Day
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November 1, 2026
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All Saints' Day
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November 2, 2026
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All Souls' Day
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December 24, 2026
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Christmas Eve
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December 25, 2026
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Christmas Day
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December 26, 2026
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St. Stephen's Day
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January 1, 2027
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New Year's Day
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February 16, 2027
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The Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania
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March 11, 2027
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Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania
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March 28, 2027
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Easter Sunday
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March 29, 2027
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Easter Monday
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May 1, 2027
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International Working Day
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June 24, 2027
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St. John's Day
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July 6, 2027
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Statehood Day
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August 15, 2027
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Assumption Day
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November 1, 2027
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All Saints' Day
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November 2, 2027
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All Souls' Day
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December 24, 2027
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Christmas Eve
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December 25, 2027
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Christmas Day
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December 26, 2027
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St. Stephen's Day
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January 1, 2028
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New Year's Day
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February 16, 2028
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The Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania
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March 11, 2028
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Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania
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April 16, 2028
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Easter Sunday
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April 17, 2028
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Easter Monday
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May 1, 2028
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International Working Day
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June 24, 2028
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St. John's Day
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July 6, 2028
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Statehood Day
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August 15, 2028
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Assumption Day
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November 1, 2028
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All Saints' Day
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November 2, 2028
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All Souls' Day
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December 24, 2028
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Christmas Eve
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December 25, 2028
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Christmas Day
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December 26, 2028
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St. Stephen's Day
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January 1, 2029
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New Year's Day
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February 16, 2029
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The Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania
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March 11, 2029
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Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania
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April 1, 2029
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Easter Sunday
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April 2, 2029
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Easter Monday
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May 1, 2029
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International Working Day
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June 24, 2029
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St. John's Day
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July 6, 2029
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Statehood Day
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August 15, 2029
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Assumption Day
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November 1, 2029
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All Saints' Day
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November 2, 2029
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All Souls' Day
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December 24, 2029
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Christmas Eve
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December 25, 2029
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Christmas Day
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December 26, 2029
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St. Stephen's Day
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January 1, 2030
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New Year's Day
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February 16, 2030
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The Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania
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March 11, 2030
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Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania
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April 21, 2030
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Easter Sunday
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April 22, 2030
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Easter Monday
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May 1, 2030
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International Working Day
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June 24, 2030
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St. John's Day
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July 6, 2030
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Statehood Day
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August 15, 2030
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Assumption Day
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November 1, 2030
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All Saints' Day
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November 2, 2030
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All Souls' Day
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December 24, 2030
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Christmas Eve
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December 25, 2030
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Christmas Day
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December 26, 2030
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St. Stephen's Day
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January 1, 2031
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New Year's Day
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February 16, 2031
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The Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania
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March 11, 2031
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Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania
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April 13, 2031
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Easter Sunday
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April 14, 2031
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Easter Monday
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May 1, 2031
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International Working Day
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June 24, 2031
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St. John's Day
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July 6, 2031
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Statehood Day
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August 15, 2031
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Assumption Day
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November 1, 2031
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All Saints' Day
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November 2, 2031
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All Souls' Day
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December 24, 2031
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Christmas Eve
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December 25, 2031
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Christmas Day
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December 26, 2031
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St. Stephen's Day
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January 1, 2032
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New Year's Day
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February 16, 2032
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The Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania
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March 11, 2032
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Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania
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March 28, 2032
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Easter Sunday
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March 29, 2032
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Easter Monday
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May 1, 2032
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International Working Day
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June 24, 2032
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St. John's Day
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July 6, 2032
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Statehood Day
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August 15, 2032
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Assumption Day
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November 1, 2032
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All Saints' Day
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November 2, 2032
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All Souls' Day
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December 24, 2032
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Christmas Eve
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December 25, 2032
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Christmas Day
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December 26, 2032
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St. Stephen's Day
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January 1, 2033
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New Year's Day
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February 16, 2033
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The Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania
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March 11, 2033
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Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania
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April 17, 2033
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Easter Sunday
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April 18, 2033
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Easter Monday
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May 1, 2033
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International Working Day
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June 24, 2033
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St. John's Day
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July 6, 2033
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Statehood Day
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August 15, 2033
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Assumption Day
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November 1, 2033
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All Saints' Day
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November 2, 2033
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All Souls' Day
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December 24, 2033
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Christmas Eve
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December 25, 2033
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Christmas Day
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December 26, 2033
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St. Stephen's Day
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January 1, 2034
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New Year's Day
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February 16, 2034
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The Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania
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March 11, 2034
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Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania
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April 9, 2034
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Easter Sunday
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April 10, 2034
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Easter Monday
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May 1, 2034
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International Working Day
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June 24, 2034
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St. John's Day
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July 6, 2034
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Statehood Day
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August 15, 2034
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Assumption Day
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November 1, 2034
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All Saints' Day
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November 2, 2034
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All Souls' Day
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December 24, 2034
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Christmas Eve
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December 25, 2034
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Christmas Day
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December 26, 2034
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St. Stephen's Day
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January 1, 2035
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New Year's Day
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February 16, 2035
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The Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania
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March 11, 2035
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Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania
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March 25, 2035
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Easter Sunday
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March 26, 2035
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Easter Monday
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May 1, 2035
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International Working Day
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June 24, 2035
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St. John's Day
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July 6, 2035
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Statehood Day
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August 15, 2035
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Assumption Day
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November 1, 2035
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All Saints' Day
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November 2, 2035
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All Souls' Day
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December 24, 2035
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Christmas Eve
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December 25, 2035
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Christmas Day
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December 26, 2035
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St. Stephen's Day
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January 1, 2036
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New Year's Day
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February 16, 2036
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The Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania
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March 11, 2036
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Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania
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April 13, 2036
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Easter Sunday
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April 14, 2036
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Easter Monday
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May 1, 2036
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International Working Day
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June 24, 2036
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St. John's Day
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July 6, 2036
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Statehood Day
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August 15, 2036
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Assumption Day
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November 1, 2036
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All Saints' Day
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November 2, 2036
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All Souls' Day
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December 24, 2036
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Christmas Eve
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December 25, 2036
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Christmas Day
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December 26, 2036
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St. Stephen's Day
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January 1, 2037
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New Year's Day
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February 16, 2037
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The Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania
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March 11, 2037
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Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania
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April 5, 2037
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Easter Sunday
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April 6, 2037
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Easter Monday
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May 1, 2037
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International Working Day
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June 24, 2037
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St. John's Day
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July 6, 2037
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Statehood Day
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August 15, 2037
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Assumption Day
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November 1, 2037
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All Saints' Day
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November 2, 2037
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All Souls' Day
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December 24, 2037
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Christmas Eve
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December 25, 2037
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Christmas Day
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December 26, 2037
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St. Stephen's Day
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January 1, 2038
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New Year's Day
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February 16, 2038
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The Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania
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March 11, 2038
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Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania
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April 25, 2038
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Easter Sunday
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April 26, 2038
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Easter Monday
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May 1, 2038
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International Working Day
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June 24, 2038
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St. John's Day
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July 6, 2038
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Statehood Day
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August 15, 2038
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Assumption Day
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November 1, 2038
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All Saints' Day
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November 2, 2038
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All Souls' Day
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December 24, 2038
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Christmas Eve
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December 25, 2038
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Christmas Day
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December 26, 2038
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St. Stephen's Day
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January 1, 2039
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New Year's Day
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February 16, 2039
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The Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania
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March 11, 2039
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Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania
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April 10, 2039
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Easter Sunday
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April 11, 2039
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Easter Monday
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May 1, 2039
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International Working Day
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June 24, 2039
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St. John's Day
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July 6, 2039
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Statehood Day
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August 15, 2039
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Assumption Day
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November 1, 2039
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All Saints' Day
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November 2, 2039
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All Souls' Day
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December 24, 2039
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Christmas Eve
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December 25, 2039
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Christmas Day
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December 26, 2039
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St. Stephen's Day
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