Latvia, situated in the Baltic region of Northern Europe, is a country celebrated for its rich cultural heritage, stunning natural landscapes, and vibrant arts scene. Throughout the year, Latvia hosts a variety of events that showcase its traditions, music, arts, and outdoor activities.
Throughout the year, Latvia’s towns and cities come alive with cultural festivals, art exhibitions, and culinary events that highlight the country’s creativity, innovation, and hospitality. From the historic streets of Riga’s Old Town to the tranquil shores of Jurmala, Latvia’s events offer visitors a unique opportunity to experience the country’s rich cultural heritage and warm hospitality.
Riga City Festival is a celebration of the Latvian capital, featuring street performances, concerts, cultural events, art exhibitions, fireworks, and festivities in various locations across Riga.
Time: August.
Riga International Film Festival is one of Latvia’s largest film festivals, showcasing a diverse selection of international and Latvian films, including feature films, documentaries, short films, and animations.
Time: October.
The Latvian Song and Dance Festival is a cultural event held in Riga, featuring large-scale performances of Latvian folk songs, dances, choir singing, and traditional costumes, celebrating Latvia’s cultural heritage.
Time: Every five years, typically in July.
Jāņi is a traditional Latvian midsummer celebration, featuring bonfires, singing, dancing, folk rituals, wreath-making, and traditional foods like cheese, beer, and rye bread to welcome the summer solstice.
Time: June 23rd to 24th.
Riga Christmas Market is a festive market held in the Old Town of Riga, featuring stalls selling handmade crafts, gifts, decorations, traditional foods, mulled wine, and entertainment during the holiday season.
Time: Late November to early January.
The Latvian Song Festival is a national event celebrating Latvian choral music and singing traditions, featuring performances by choirs, vocal ensembles, and musicians from Latvia and abroad.
Time: Every five years, typically in July.
The Riga Opera Festival showcases opera performances by Latvian and international artists at the Latvian National Opera House, featuring classic and contemporary opera productions.
Time: June.
The Riga Jurmala Music Festival is a classical music event held in Riga and Jurmala, featuring performances by world-renowned orchestras, conductors, and soloists, presenting a diverse repertoire of classical music.
Time: Summer months.
The Latvian Open-Air Museum Summer Solstice Festival celebrates Jāņi (Midsummer) with traditional Latvian rituals, folk music, dance, crafts, and festivities at the Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum.
Time: June 23rd to 24th.
Latvian Design Days showcase the best of Latvian design and creativity with exhibitions, workshops, seminars, pop-up events, and showcases featuring design products, furniture, fashion, and innovation.
Time: Various dates throughout the year.
“Hops Riga – Beer Festival 2024”
This event is organized in Riga. It offers a great opportunity to experience local and international drinks, beer, wine and food
All days of the festival, the music of Latvia’s lively cultural life plays in the background.
Time: 6.6-10.6.2024
XIII international multicultural festival-carnival ‘COUNT OF MAY 2024′”
It organizes near Riga Ziedoņdārzs place, local and international drinks, beer, wine and food and local music, culture included.
Time: 18 May 2024