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The Baltics- where ancient traditions and contemporary culture live hand in hand. Here, song and dance hold the power to change history itself. Every five years in Latvia, and every four years in Lithuania, tens of thousands of singers and dancers unite for one of the largest and most breathtaking cultural events in the world – the Song and Dance Celebration.
At Expo Osaka, Baltic Day invites you to experience our unique heritage – through a folk costume exhibition, creative workshops and masterclasses, a symbolic human ring, and a vibrant cultural program featuring outstanding Latvian and Lithuanian artists.
This day is special — on August 23, 1989, the Baltic nations stood united, joining hands in a peaceful demonstration for freedom. Now, 35 years later, we celebrate that spirit of unity through culture, community, and shared history.
Come and celebrate with us – Hand in Hand!
Baltic Day “We Are One”
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
PROGRAMME
Traditional performances from Latvia and Lithuania
Pop-up Stage West
10:00–11:50 / 15:30–17:20 Latvia – Postfolk singer Katrīna Dimanta & Band with folk-dance ensemble Vektors: traditional music and dance, including an interactive dance session with the audience. A program rooted in the UNESCO-recognised tradition of Latvia’s Song and Dance Celebration.
12:10–14:00 / 17:40–19:30 Lithuania – Lithuanian Cultural Leaders Choir: choral works from UNESCO-listed Lithuania’s Song Celebration tradition, featuring a showcase of authentic reconstructed national costumes. 17:40 Special guest: AK Choir (Japan)
Symbolic Human Ring
14:30 – 15:00 / The Baltic Pavilion
Exhibition of National Costumes of Latvia and Lithuania
09:00 – 21:00 / The Baltic Pavilion
Traditional Baltic workshops
The Baltic Pavilion
09:00 – 14:30 Latvian knitting workshop (digital)
10:00 – 11:00 / 12:00 – 13:00 Latvian real knitting workshop
16:00–17:00 / 17:00–18:00 / 18:00 –19:00 Lithuanian sodai workshop
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