Gargždai is a city in western Lithuania, located in Klaipėda County. It lies in the western part of the country, in the region surrounding the port city of Klaipėda.
The Minija River flows through Gargždai, a defining feature of the city's geography. The river is one of the notable waterways of western Lithuania and passes directly through the urban area.
Gargždai Stadium is the city's main sports venue. It serves as the home ground of FK Banga Gargždai, the local football club, which plays its home games there.