Vilnius Hosts Annual 'White Dinner' with Parisian Flair; Notables Attend

Vilnius was once again painted white as the city hosted its thirteenth annual "Dîner en Blanc" (White Dinner) on Friday evening. Over a thousand guests, all dressed in elegant white attire, gathered for the highly anticipated event, which traditionally keeps its location a secret until the last moment. This year, the elegant affair unfolded near Lukiškės Square.

The theme for this year's "Dîner en Blanc" was "Une Soirée Parisienne – La Belle Époque," aiming to transport attendees to a Parisian atmosphere of elegance and charm. Long, white-decorated tables stretched across the city space, where guests dined outdoors, socialized, and enjoyed the evening's program. The event strictly adheres to its traditions: participants dress entirely in white, use white tablecloths and tableware, and the venue remains undisclosed until the start.

Among the notable attendees were Laimonas Lapinskas and Aliona Lapinskienė. Lapinskas has a controversial past, previously linked to the "Lapinskas" criminal group and serving a 20-year prison sentence for serious offenses including murder and organized crime. The couple's relationship has also garnered public attention, with their first meeting and proposal reportedly occurring during Lapinskas's incarceration. They later formalized their relationship with a wedding ceremony held in prison.