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A guide to the republic celebrations, border checks, flags and public theatre of April 1.

Republic of Užupis flags during a public celebration.

Credits: Užupis photo archive

Play with a serious memory

The celebration works because it mixes humour, public ceremony and shared responsibility for keeping the republic visible.

Republic of Užupis flags during a public celebration.

Featured links

Užupis street art. Timeline Place the celebration in the wider story. Užupis flag and public sign. Anthem and Flag Symbols used in the public ritual. Calendar News archive Follow current announcements and records.

A few common questions

A first walk can take one or two hours, but a slower route with courtyards, cafes and the Constitution Wall is better with half a day.

Start at the Užupis Bridge or Angel Square. Both make it easy to reach the main streets, the Constitution Wall and the Vilnelė riverbank.

Yes. The district is compact and most landmarks are close together, though some streets and courtyards have uneven surfaces.