The Square of the Constituent Seimas and the Daugirdas Amphitheater are two new places where Kaunas residents and guests will be attracted by not only the picturesque fountain or the Nemunas coast, but also appetizing food flavors. Until now, food trade from specialized cars was allowed only during mass events and at Lake Lampėdis and[…]

The Ministry of Environment of the Republic of Lithuania allocated almost 4 million euros to Kaunas from the Climate Changing Program. This amount will be distributed to institutions operating in 77 cities that met the criteria of the tender announced by the State. Funds are intended to be invested in the installation of environmentally friendly[…]

As Kaunas birthday approaches, the final program of events becomes brighter. One of the highlights that day will be a gala dinner in the very center of the city, to which the old town community enthusiastically joins. On Saturday (May 23) from 5 p. m. the tables arranged at safe distances will stretch not only[…]

The old building facades left in Kaunas will acquire fresh colors with the help of the city. The unique heritage management program, which has been in place for 5 years, has made a significant contribution to the refurbishment of over a hundred buildings and continues this mission. Kaunas City Municipality plans to partially finance a[…]

Following the softening of quarantine conditions, from May 4 Kaunas Vincas Kudirka public library opens its doors again to visitors who already miss books. They will be able to return and borrow books, movies and music. This week, on April 28 – 30, only books which are safely quarantined for 72 hours will be accepted[…]

In Lithuania the quarantine was extended until 11th of May, but because the number of new infected people is dropping, it was decided to soften the quarantine conditions from April 27. All the countries in the world feel the consequences of COVID-19, especially in economic terms where many businesses suffer, and with the softening of[…]

School canteens, sports clubs, polyclinic pharmacies and most other businesses and organizations whose activities have been restricted as a result of quarantine may be exempted from property rent or receive significant discounts for the latter period. Such a form of support was provided for the tenants of the premises managed by Kaunas City Municipality, which[…]

In the near future, the prices of drinking water will change symbolically in Kaunas. Such an obligation of the National Energy Regulatory Council (VERT) was approved by Kaunas City Council at a remote meeting held on Tuesday. The change will affect Kaunas residents almost imperceptibly, because last year the water in Kaunas was cheaper by[…]

Fees for marketing permits in public places will be abolished for all outdoor cafes. Kaunas City Council is ready to confirm such a decision at a remote meeting on Tuesday. The softened quarantine conditions will allow outdoor catering to be provided from this week, and businesses will be able to use the funds saved at[…]

On April 27 Lithuania celebrates Medical Workers’ Day. For the 10 year in a row, a solemn ceremony had to take place at Kaunas City Hall, in which medics who had won the most sympathy from patients and colleagues would be awarded and honored. Quarantine, however, has forced a change in the established tradition. This[…]