Legend has it that the name of the town of Širvintos comes from the river širvinta. In ancient times a group of moose called širviai made their way through the dense forests near the river leaving a trail behind. Therefore, the river was named Širvinta and the name of the city came from it. The coat of arms of the city of Širvintos is an elk's head adorned with forked horns and the sword which symbolizes fighting with the enemies.
- Now the people of Širvintos and the guests of the city have all the conditions to spend their free time in public spaces, learn about the history of the region, enjoy the fresh air and the refreshing water of the Širvinta pond.
- Renovated pedestrian and bicycle paths, during the end of 2020 the construction of the 181meter long pedestrian bridge connecting the central part of the city with the beach and the residential quarter has been completed, on the coast there is a romantic wooden sculpture park "Briedžių takas" with many sculptures of the symbol of the city of Širvintos - the forest king - created by the best Lithuanian wood carvers.
- The combination of old and new, city and nature create a special atmosphere.
- The Širvintos city beach is adapted to the needs of residents and guests with a beach volleyball court, waterboarding and water trampoline park, a summer cafe, and a children's playground.
- In 2020 the swimming pool opened its doors to visitors in Širvintos and so did the universal sports hall in 2021 which has a whole complex of services dedicated to healthy, sporty and active free time for everyone - from the youngest to the oldest residents of Širvintos and guests of the city.
