VIII SUMMER FLOWER FESTIVAL
From June 27, the manor will bloom for the eighth time with the largest summer flower festival in Northern Europe. Here, you will experience a unique journey through time, arriving at the manor in the summer of 1896 and taking part in a reconstruction of life from that era, surrounded by millions of summer flowers.
AT THE FESTIVAL, YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO:
UTOPIAN ABUNDANCE OF FLOWERS (view more)
OPEN-AIR THEATRE (view more)
MANOR LIFE EXPERIENCE: TOURS, EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES, COLLECTIONS (view more)
CRAFTSMEN’S WORKSHOP (view more)
MANOR FARM (view more)
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We are confident that the abundance of flowers will enchant you, the manor life activities will captivate you, and the performances will delight you. The manor kitchen will treat you to delicious and hearty meals, while the cozy apartments will provide a pleasant rest after a day full of activities.
Therefore, welcome to a summer day of 1896 at Pakruojis Manor.
Flowers and their compositions
– Giant Flower Sculptures –
Inspired by William Shakespeare’s tragicomedy “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”, these have been created by renowned Lithuanian sculptors.
– 15 ha of previously unseen flower gardens and 450 flower varieties –
A different colour palette and floral compositions every year.
– Decorating historical buildings with flowers –
At the festival, flowers delight visitors not only in flower beds on the ground, but also in the air – decorating the historical manor buildings.
– Historical and exotic plants –
Here you can discover both legendary historical plants surrounded by stories, as well as exotic palms, orange trees, and olive trees.
– The 2,500 m² flower garden – Ocean, surrounded by which exciting performances take place and magnificent characters can be found –
It is the largest flower-created festival artwork, where visitors can enter, enjoy the diversity of plants, and, if they wish, even get lost among them.
This summer’s flower beds surprise visitors with slightly forgotten flower species, such as romantic celosias, various varieties of nasturtiums, marigolds and chrysanthemums, while hundreds of pelargoniums enchant with their vibrant colours. The unusual flower shades, even more refined names, and unique appearances here capture not only the hearts of flower lovers.
Theatre Among the Flowers
The performances taking place during the summer festival are not traditional theatre shows. They are interactive performances held on the largest open-air theatre stage (throughout the entire manor territory), during which visitors become part of the events. During the festival, in the flower-filled surroundings, you can encounter various historical and fantasy characters, watch short story-based performances and improvised scenes.
At this festival, you will experience:
Previously unseen scenes of 19th-century manor life;
Episodes from the everyday lives of aristocrats;
Fun, interactive and improvised performances involving the bravest visitors;
And, of course, the day at the festival will culminate in the grand finale – a spectacular, impressive and unforgettable WEDDING!
MANOR EXPERIENCE PROGRAMME
EXCURSIONS
Manor Park. The Baron will invite you on a unique tour through the manor park and its flower beds, and will finally reveal the meaning and stories behind the often surprising sculptures located there.
Punishment Cellar. You will shudder in the only Punishment Cellar in Lithuania, where lawbreakers are awaited by a guillotine and even a still-warm electric chair…
Distillery. You will visit a distillery established in the 16th century, where award-winning flavours are still created today using unique 19th-century copper distillation vessels.
CRAFT EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES:
The wool felter combs wool and creates flower-patterned clothing and footwear. → Wool Manufactory
The manor seamstress reveals the details of 19th-century fashion and costumes, introducing the season’s most fashionable outfits. → Costume Workshop
In the Manor Panopticon (Gallery of Interesting Things), mysterious and even dark aristocratic passions and collections are revealed in daylight. Human Anatomy Theatre. → Panopticon
The manor beekeeper reveals the sweet secrets of bee life. → Beekeeper’s Shop
Discovering the process of creating historical photographs in the manor photo studio. → Photo Studio
SELF-GUIDED VISITS:
Machinery Workshops. You will see a real steam engine invented in the 19th century, demonstrations of old engines and tractors from the interwar period.
Brewery. You will be able to enter the famous Pakruojis Manor brewery, known as the beer capital of Lithuania, where beer is made according to ancient traditions and where you can still discover the “first”, “second” and “third” fermentation stages.
Vintage Car Garages. Here you will see an impressive and unique collection of classic cars and trucks, including: Daimler DJ260, Citroën DS23 Pallas, Fordson 5 CWT Van, Ford Model T Tudor, Citroën Rosalie and others.
Vintage Arcade Hall. Visit the only early “Prohibition-era” themed and legendary pinball machine hall in the Baltic States. The collection includes more than 50 different vintage arcade machines.
Manor Delicacies Shop: surprises with smoky flavours – cheeses, salt, sauces and other delicacies. Those who enjoy stronger sensations can try spicy additions and unusual flavour combinations.
Perfumery. Flower hydrosols, rose water and even an elixir of youth are created here.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST:
Manor Palace. During a tour with the Baron/Baroness or independently, discover the twists and turns of the manor’s history (additional fee);
Cabinet de Secret. An opportunity to touch the hidden history of aristocracy and discover spicy details about the secret side of high society life (additional fee);
Historical Photography and Photo Studio. Try a vintage photo session in a late 19th-century photography studio and watch a unique photograph being created (additional fee);
Carriage and Vintage Cars. You will have the opportunity to ride in a horse-drawn carriage, vintage automobile or horse-powered vehicle (additional fee).
FOR CHILDREN
Flower Castle – the most colourful place for little visitors to run wild and feel like real princes and princesses. It is one of the manor’s places that brings children the most joy – an old, luxurious carousel that attracts attention even from a distance. → Next to the Costume Workshop and Panopticon
Outdoor Games | In good weather, children can enjoy: throwing sandbags and balls at targets/baskets, ring toss games, stilts and other activities. → Farm Area
THE BARON RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE PROGRAMME.
MANOR FARM
RESTAURANTS AND ACCOMMODATION
To enjoy lunch/dinner, treat yourself to a dessert, or refresh yourself during the festival, the manor invites you to visit:
“Trakterius” Tavern;
Manor Palace Restaurant (on weekends);
White Banquet Hall of the Palace (on weekends);
Cepelinai Courtyard;
Pharmacy;
Tea House in the Manor Palace.
You can enjoy a cosy stay even in two manor hotels – In the miller’s house or in the Manor Palace.
Special accommodation offers await you below.
TICKETS
Adults – 18 EUR/person (at the event venue – 20 EUR/person)
Children from 6 years old, students, seniors, persons with disabilities – 14 EUR/person (at the event venue – 16 EUR/person)
MONDAY – SENIORS’ DAY – tickets for seniors ONLY €9 (available for purchase at the ticket offices upon arrival). ATTENTION! Not valid on July 6.
Tickets are non-refundable. An administrative fee of 0.80 EUR is applied to each ticket. Festival tickets are not valid for entry to other events taking place at the manor.
ENTRY TO THE FLOWER FESTIVAL IS FREE:
– For children up to and including 5 years old;
– For persons aged 80 and above;
– For a person with a Group 1 disability and their accompanying person;
– For a child with a disability and their accompanying person;
Birthday surprise! On your birthday – free entry (upon presentation of an ID document).
OPENING HOURS
FROM FRIDAY TO SUNDAY, ON HOLIDAYS:
– The day and programme start from 12:00
– Ticket offices are open until 19:00, the territory closes at 19:30
– Craftsmen work in their workshops until 18:00
ON WEEKDAYS (from Monday to Thursday)
– The day starts from 12:00
– Ticket offices are open until 18:00, the territory closes at 18:30
– Craftsmen work in their workshops until 17:00
HOW TO GET THERE
CONTACTS
FAQ
1.Can I come to the festival with a pet?
Yes, we are happy to welcome visitors with pets at the festival, but they must be familiar with the manor’s etiquette.
2.Can I enter the manor’s central building during the festival?
Yes, but there is an additional fee.
3. Will it be possible to purchase tickets upon arrival at the manor?
Yes, tickets can be purchased at the event venue, but they cost 2 € more than online.
FILMING AND PHOTOGRAPHY MAY TAKE PLACE DURING THE EVENT.