The International Vilnius Light Festival, taking place January 22–24, 2027, invites creators and organizations to submit project proposals.

Set in Vilnius’ Historic Center, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the festival showcases leading contemporary light artists and provides a platform for emerging talent. The festival marks Vilnius’ birthday.

Vilnius’ Old Town is a medieval city shaped organically over five centuries, distinguished by its stylistic diversity of Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and Classical architecture. During the festival, streets, courtyards, squares, and public spaces transform into an open-air gallery, while centuries-old buildings are reimagined in futuristic forms. Light reveals the unique character of multicultural Vilnius, where multiple traditions and languages create a vibrant, evolving city identity.

In the first half of 2027, as Lithuania presides over the Council of the European Union for the second time, we invite artists to reflect on this milestone – to express a distinctive artistic voice and foster intercultural dialogue.

We assess:

• Artistic idea and originality
• Technical implementation, including clear information on assembly, disassembly, and display of the project
• Resistance of materials and equipment to harsh weather conditions such as snow, rain, and wind
• Detail and validity of the project estimate
• Synergy between the project and the urban environment
• Musical soundtrack

Light must be the primary and integral means of expression in the project.

The open call is valid until June 1, 2026.

To apply for the selection, please fill in the form: https://bit.ly/vlf_opencall

If you have any questions, please contact us by email: lightfestival@vilniuskc.lt