LTG Plans for 3,000 Song Festival Participants to Arrive by Train

Lithuanian Railways (LTG) anticipates that approximately 3,000 students will travel by train to Vilnius for the upcoming Lithuanian Youth Song Festival, "Laiku. Ratu. Kartu" (On Time. In a Circle. Together.). The festival is scheduled to take place in the capital from July 3 to 6, bringing together over 24,000 participants and 914 ensembles from across Lithuania. LTG Link trains are expected to be the primary mode of transport for many of these young performers, particularly those traveling from major cities like Šiauliai and Klaipėda.

To facilitate participation, LTG is offering substantial discounts on train travel for festival attendees. Adults and accompanying persons will receive a 60% discount, while children and students, after applying their existing concessions, will benefit from an 80% reduction on the original ticket price. This initiative aims to make travel more accessible and encourage the use of sustainable transportation methods.

Tomas Daukantas, Chancellor of the Ministry of Transport, emphasized the importance of safe and convenient travel for the festival's participants, urging them to choose trains as a more sustainable and economical option. He expressed hope that the journey would be a memorable part of the overall festival experience. Kristina Meidė, head of LTG Link, echoed these sentiments, highlighting the festival's role in uniting young people and promoting environmentally friendly travel habits among them.

The Lithuanian Youth Song Festival, returning to Vilnius after a decade-long hiatus, is expected to draw around 24,000 participants. In conjunction with the festival, the Vilnius City Municipality Council has decided to grant free public transport access to all event participants. The first national youth song festival was held in 1964, featuring over 24,000 students.