Malmo might be the pink city, but in Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania they celebrate their love for pink soup. Don’t worry it is not as bad as it sounds as Lithuanian pink soup is actually a cold beetroot soup or šaltibarščiai. However at the Pink Soup Fest in June, locals take their love of the soup a step further.
Lithuanian Pink Soup
In addition to consuming vast quantities of the Lithuanian delicacy, locals and visitors dress in pink, as the city gets a barbie makeover. Even Vilnius’ TV Tower will be dressed in pink just for the occasion.
But this is no food festival like you have ever experienced as Bastion Hill is transformed into a giant slide from which participants hurl themselves into a vast soup bowl.
Alternatively, you could just enjoy the great views from the summit.
When Is the Pink Soup Fest?
In 2024, it will be on 31 May.
Where Is the Festival?
Vast quantities of Lithuanian pink soup will be consumed in Tymo market and all over Vilnius, Lithuania.
Other Festivals in Vilnius
The Lithuanian capital has a packed festival oi events including the Vilnius Christmas Market and Vilnius Beer Festival (VAF).
Things To Do in Vilnius
From visiting the town hall, bastion, town hall or Trakai Castle, there is so much to do in the capital of Lithuania which turned 700 in 2023. For more inspiration visit Go Vilnius.
Accommodation in Vilnius
To find the best accommodation make sure you book well in advance.
For More Information
Visit: Pink Soup Fest | Go Vilnius
Main image: Pink Soup Fest. Photos by Olga Posaskova