There were various fairs in Lithuania, they were called differently: market, fair or jomarkas. Fair is trade accompanying any church celebration – indulgences. The word is German origin Kirche messe (transl. church trade). From the ancient times fairs were an opportunity to sell the most harvested garden or allotment goodies and purchase those that could be in short supply during winter. In addition, Cabbage Day fair has always been a great opportunity to socialize, share news, joys and worries. 

Cabbage Day fair in Trakai that accompanies the Assumption Day indulgencies takes place on the island between the city and the castle every year. The locals call it the Cabbage Island because the Crimean Karaites grew cabbages there. There is no shortage of fun during the Cabbage Day fair. Bustling craftsmen fair gathers groups of people who want to buy products of non-mass production, food products and taste a delicious cabbage soup made by a local housewife. Crafts are also on display in the fair: carving, production of of herbal teas, candles, leather products, knitting, and so on. The sound of music spreads all over Trakai and pulls people into a whirlpool of dances, songs and good mood. The festival pulsates with the spirit of community, which is extremely important when fostering and preserving old traditions and providing them with continuity.