Recreating the Baltic Way: 35 years of solidarity, San Diego

We are gathering to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Baltic Way, a remarkable civic initiative that united the people of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia in their pursuit of independence. On August 23, 1989, nearly two million people formed a 600-kilometer human chain across the Baltic States, demonstrating their solidarity and determination for freedom. This historic event is recognized in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register.

We invite everyone to join the Lithuanian, Latvian, and Estonian communities in commemorating this historic event by forming our own Baltic Way at Mission Bay Park.

Date: August 24, 2024
Time: 1 PM
Location: Mission Bay Park, San Diego, CA

1 PM – 2 PM: Meet & Greet Gathering
2 PM: Official Ceremony and Human Chain Formation
3 PM: Picnic (Potluck Style – please bring a dish to share!)

Let’s come together to honor our shared history and celebrate the spirit of unity!