Baltic Pride 2025: Everything You Need to Know About the Main Festival Events
From June 2 to 8, 2025, Vilnius will host the Baltic Pride festival, organized by the National LGBT Rights Organization LGL. Under the slogan “Free to Be (Yourself),” the festival invites the LGBTQ+ community and its allies to come together in a week-long celebration of diversity, unity, and pride. The program includes the community space Pride House, an international conference, a film screening, a theatrical event Pride Voices, a vibrant March for Equality through Gediminas Avenue, and an open-air concert.
Community Space Pride House and Information Center
Date: June 2–8, 2025
Location: Vilnius Youth Policy Center (Vilniaus g. 22-3, 2nd floor) and Estradà (Vilniaus g. 22-3, 1st floor)
Partners: Vilnius Youth Policy Center, Estradà
“Pride House” is a safe, inclusive space open to everyone. Throughout the week, it will host discussions, seminars, concerts, cultural events, and social gatherings. It also serves as the official “Baltic Pride” information center. Visitors are encouraged to learn, share experiences, and celebrate community spirit.
More information: HERE.
Film Screening: “Queer”
Date: June 4, 2025, 17:00
Location: Pasaka Cinema, Paupio g.
Partners: “Kino Pavasaris”
This special LGBTQ+-themed screening features Queer, based on the novel by William S. Burroughs and directed by Luca Guadagnino (known for Call Me by Your Name). The film stars Daniel Craig and Drew Starkey. It’s not only a cinematic event but also an opportunity for discussion on queer identity, experiences, and struggles.
Pride Voices
Date: June 5, 2025, 19:00
Location: Vilnius Old Theatre
Admission: By invitation only
A festive and inspiring evening featuring music, storytelling, drag performances, and special guests. The program includes community stories, artistic acts, and show elements. Performers include drag divas LaDiva Live (Belgium), Catherine D’Oex (Switzerland), Aura More, Edma, and Viktor Priebe (Sweden), a unique male soprano and classical music artist. Personal stories will be shared by Evita Gosa (Latvia), Christian Veske (Estonia), Aurelija Paunksnė Ignotė, and others.
International Conference “Pride and Progress: Creating Inclusive Workplaces Today”
Date: June 6–7, 2025
Location: Radisson Blu Lietuva Hotel
Partners: European Pride Business Network (EPBN)
Registration: HERE.
This conference will bring together policymakers, business leaders, activists, and HR professionals to discuss inclusion in the workplace. Topics include best practices, challenges, and strategies for building safe and open professional environments for all.
Evening with Catherine D’Oex
Date: June 6, 2025, 19:30
Location: Estradà
On the eve of the equality march, Estradà will host a special musical evening with Catherine D’Oex. A longtime friend of the festival, she will enchant audiences with interpretations of French chanson classics by Édith Piaf, Céline Dion, and other icons. The evening will open with popular drag performers Aura More and Edma. It promises a romantic atmosphere for francophiles and anyone seeking a cozy and unique experience. Admission is free.
More information: HERE.
March for Equality!
Date: June 7, 2025
Time:
13:00 – Participant gathering on Barboros Radvilaitės Street
16:00 – March starts
Route: Gediminas Avenue from Bernardinai Garden to the White Bridge
Group registration: HERE.
The “Baltic Pride” march is more than a parade—it is a powerful declaration of equality, unity, and human rights. Participants are invited to march with flags, signs, and symbols of support, celebrating diversity and advocating for equal rights for all.
Main Concert
Date: June 7, 2025, 17:00
Location: Near the White Bridge
Right after the march, locals and visitors are invited to a lively evening of music. The concert will feature popular Lithuanian and international artists: Leon Somov, Jazzu, Rūta Mur, Beatrich, Aistè, Goya, Lolita Zero, Lion Ceccah, and dazzling drag performers Aura More, Edma, LaDiva Live (Belgium), Catherine D’Oex (Switzerland), among others. It will be a joyful celebration combining community, music, dance, and pride.
More About “Baltic Pride” 2025
“Baltic Pride” is an international LGBT festival uniting the three Baltic states and returning to Vilnius for the sixth time. This year’s program highlights include the “March for Equality,” the “Pride House” community space, the cultural event “Pride Voices,” and the international human rights conference.
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE BALTIC PRIDE EVENTS
Evening Program
Throughout the festival week, Estradà (Vilniaus g. 22-3) will host a vibrant evening program radiating queer joy. These events will complement the main festival program and offer space for relaxation, connection, and celebration of LGBTQ+ culture in creative, surprising, and inspiring ways. From poetry readings and drag shows to live music and themed parties, each night will offer something special.