“Stintapūkis” in Neringa Invites You to a Celebration of Traditions, Entertainment, and the Fragrant Smelt!
On February 14–16, 2025, a special program awaits the whole family! From traditional fishing workshops, educational activities, and tours through romantic Neringa to exciting competitions, concerts, and a crafts fair. Local fishermen will share fishing traditions, while artists and educators will offer a creative perspective on the surrounding environment. For the first time in the festival's history, a festive parade with local fishermen and ice sleds awaits you!
The festival atmosphere will be enriched with traditional songs, dances, and children's laughter, while stories about how the Curonian Spit’s dune dwellers endured the winter will reveal the uniqueness of this region. Stintapūkis is a celebration of tradition, creativity, and community, where everyone will find something special.
FESTIVAL PROGRAM
February 14–16
Culinary Route “Stintapūkis Path”
February 14
6:30 PM – Baltic Symbols Installation: A Tribute to Lithuania and Love
The Juodkrantė community invites you to a magical spectacle of light and symbols. In honor of Lithuania’s Independence Day and Valentine’s Day, Baltic patterns will illuminate the Curonian Lagoon shoreline, symbolizing love, freedom, and the cultural heritage of the Curonian region. The mystical atmosphere will be enhanced by live music performed by Lukas Tarvainis.
Location: Curonian Lagoon shore near the Hill of Witches, L. Rėza St., Neringa
7:00 PM – Valentine’s Day Workshop “Portraits of Connection”
Love is about attention and connection, so let’s dedicate a moment to feelings by sincerely looking into each other's eyes and creatively expressing emotions through color. Art and nature educator Jolanta will introduce the basics of portrait drawing. Participants will create portraits using drawing and natural materials, with every attendee contributing their own touch. No drawing experience is required. Suitable for adults and mindful youth. Duration – up to 2 hours. All materials provided.
Location: “Agila” Cultural and Tourism Information Center foyer, Taikos St. 4, Nida
February 15
9:00–11:45 AM – Fishing Competition “Nida’s Lure 2025”
Registration via SMS (Name, Surname, City) at +370 659 22290 or email einaras@stintapukis.lt.
10:00 AM–6:00 PM – “Stintapūkis” Fair
Featuring food producers, fishers, traditional craftsmen, heritage guardians, artisans, farmers, beekeepers, herbalists, creative entrepreneurs, and other vendors.
STINTAPŪKIS TOURS
9:30, 11:00, 1:00, 2:30 PM – “The Last Fishermen’s Village – Preila”
A guided tour with local guide Artūras Jakas. We will visit Preila’s old cemetery, climb Preila Dune, see the historic fishing harbor, stop by Preila’s library (located in an old schoolhouse), and visit the Preila Rest House.
Price: €5 per person | Duration: 1.5 hours
Starting point: Naglių St., Nida. Transport to and from the tour provided by “NeringaTours.”
9:30 AM–4:30 PM – “Life in Neringa Through a Fisherman’s Eyes”
A guided tour with local guide Ervidas Jakas. Stops include Juodkrantė’s Amber Bay, Villa Quarter, Stone Sculpture Park, followed by Nida’s Parnidis Dune and other attractions. Free time in Nida from 12:00 to 2:30 PM.
Registration: +370 634 44817 or info@neringatours.lt.
Price: €20 per person | Duration: 7 hours
Starting point: Klaipėda, Taikos Ave. 61, near the entrance to the “Akropolis” ice arena, in the bus parking lot.
11:00 AM – Guided Hike “Farewell to Old Nida”
Organized by Curonian Spit National Park. Duration: 1.5–2 hours | Price: €4 per person.
Meeting point: Naglių St. 8, Nida.
10:00 AM–6:00 PM – Interactive Exhibition “Created by Wind, Sand, and Water”
Price: €3 per person.
Location: Curonian Spit National Park Visitor Center, Juodkrantė, L. Rėza St. 8, Neringa.
11:00 AM – V16 Puzzle Championship Final
Participants will compete for the fastest puzzle-solving title, with prizes and a festive atmosphere.
Location: Neringa Sports School, Lotmiškio St. 2, Neringa.
FEBRUARY 16 – LITHUANIA’S INDEPENDENCE DAY
10:00 AM – Holy Mass for Lithuania
Location: Nida’s Church of Our Lady of Christian Help, Taikos St. 17, Neringa.
10:00 AM–2:00 PM – “Stintapūkis” Fair
10:30 AM – Independence Day Hike Along the Coastal Paths
Join us with national symbols on a journey to Pervalka or complete the hike individually. Led by nature guide and cultural expert Renata Kilinskaitė.
Meeting point: “Agila” Cultural and Tourism Information Center, Taikos St. 4, Neringa.
12:00 PM – Lecture by Historian Prof. Dr. Vygantas Vareikis (KU BRIAI)
Topic: “Lithuania 1918–2024: Continuity and Fragility of Statehood.” Followed by a concert by singer-songwriter Darius Žvirblis.
Location: Agila foyer, Taikos St. 4, Neringa.
12:00 PM – Mizgiris Amber Museum Tour
Opening hours: 11 AM – 4 PM.
Price: Without guide – Adults €5, Children (7-18) €3.
Location: Naglių St. 27, Neringa.
FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS
February 15, 12:00–3:00 PM – “Stintapūkis” Celebration on Naglių St., Nida
Drumming Circles “Stintapūkis Rhythm” at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30 PM.
Festival Hosts: Jonas Kavaliauskas, Aušra Feser, Audronė Buržinskienė.
The event features actors from Šilutė Chamber Drama Theater, stilt walkers from Vilnius, and performances by Nida’s folklore ensemble “Giedružė,” dance group “Kalnapušė,” folk music band “Joldija,” and more.
Organizers: Neringa Municipality, “Agila” Culture and Tourism Information Center.
Media Partner: LRT.