Since 1991, the annual GAIDA festival in Vilnius has been recognised as one of the most prominent new music events in Europe and is considered to be the most important festival presenting contemporary music in this region of the world. 

GAIDA events are always associated with the newest modern ideas, the highest artistic quality and innovations. The distinctive feature of the GAIDA Festival is its openness to music from all traditions and all geographical latitudes. The festival provides a broad overview and presentation of the most relevant creative processes and the latest music trends in Lithuania, Europe and the world. The festival invites the world's most renowned performers and creators, and features works by today's most successful composers. 

The GAIDA Festival is particularly appreciated for the fact that it does not limit itself to contemporary music of one particular genre, but also includes symphonic music, chamber music, as well as alternative music, electronic, club, experimental, musical theatre productions, multi-media projects, etc. GAIDA, together with its various partners, is constantly implementing ambitious and high-quality projects.