The Vilnius City Municipal Council has approved updated regulations for the \u201cdainykla\u201d status, strengthening financial support for nightlife, music, and performance spaces in the city. Under the new system, bars, clubs, concert halls, and event spaces will be able to receive up to \u20ac12,000 per year, and the \u201cdainykla\u201d status will be granted for a two-year period \u2013 2026\u20132027. A single venue may receive up to \u20ac24,000 in total over this period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A \u201cdainykla\u201d is an independent performance space dedicated to live music and various cultural initiatives that promote creative diversity, provide a stage for new talent, and strengthen the city\u2019s cultural life. Through this program, Vilnius aims to reinforce infrastructure for small- and medium-scale performances\u2014spaces that often become hubs for emerging creators, experimental projects, and communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cLast year alone, we allocated as much as \u20ac165,000 in support to nightlife cultural spaces, encouraging them to offer greater cultural diversity to residents, grow more boldly, and become even more open. We also contribute to nightlife safety by educating venue managers, staff, and residents alike. I believe these measures help create a more engaging, diverse, and, of course, safer nightlife,\u201d says Vilnius Mayor Valdas Benkunskas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In 2025, more than 1,300 events were held in \u201cdainyklos\u201d\u2014ranging from theatre, cabaret performances, discussions, and poetry readings to concerts, parties, and festivals. That\u2019s nearly four events per day. Based on these results, the updated regulations aim to further strengthen the program by providing greater financial stability to venues, simplifying some administrative processes, and deepening cooperation between the city and independent cultural spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cLast year clearly showed how much \u2018dainyklos\u2019 contribute to Vilnius\u2014they create space for performances, new names, communities, and vibrant evening city life. We are grateful to everyone doing this work every day. After evaluating the first year\u2019s results, we are not only continuing the program but also aiming to respond to the needs and suggestions of the venues\u2014by increasing flexibility, reducing administrative burden, and strengthening partnership with the city,\u201d says Vilnius Vice Mayor Simona Bieli\u016bn\u0117.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Music and culture make a significant contribution to the well-being of both residents and visitors, but independent venues often struggle to sustain themselves, especially when offering cultural activities free of charge. The \u201cdainykla\u201d program aims to strengthen this part of the cultural infrastructure and create conditions for spaces that nurture new talent, expand cultural diversity, and reach different audiences. It also contributes to healthier nightlife through harm reduction measures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The call for applications for the \u201cdainykla\u201d program will be announced later this month on the Vilnius City Municipality\u2019s competition platform (konkursai.vilnius.lt). The new list of selected venues will be published in summer 2026.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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