A romantic atmosphere filled the arena in Vilnius as Alina Orlova’s songs captivated the audience before Agnė Grigaliūnienė took the stage on March 11, 2026. Attendees responded by illuminating the space with the glow of their mobile phones, creating a sea of light.
Grigaliūnienė’s appearance followed a short video showcasing cherished childhood moments captured by her family.
“Here’s stopped time, our memories, the first summer of a free Lithuania, and with it – ourselves,” she stated, beginning her address.
The public figure shared that those formative experiences unfolded at her uncle’s home, a place she described as a breeding ground for countless dreams.
“There lived a family of four and our grandmother. There was a lot of family, a lot of meetings. Of course, there was also music, Aunt Vitalija’s cepelinai [potato dumplings], lace wallpaper. That’s where our parents’ dreams about Lithuania lived,” she recounted, her voice filled with emotion.
Grigaliūnienė also recalled the moment when the last Soviet troops left Lithuanian territory.
“Our country took its first steps, although they weren’t as firm as in our homes,” she said.
