May 28, 2015 - May 31, 2015 Beer Festival in Riga
The first "Latvabirfest" was held in Riga in 2011. Traditionally, the festival takes place in the Vermanis garden in May. This is one of the largest (and even the largest) beer fair-tasting event in the Baltic countries. In addition to beer on this multi-day holiday, guests can always count on delicious food.
June 11, 2015 - June 14, 2015 Riga salsa festival
Come to Riga in June! It is here that the international Riga Salsa Festival takes place (Riga Salsa Festival). This is where DJs come in better, master classes are held here, and here the fountain of positive energy beats.
July 17, 2015 - July 19, 2015 Festival Pozitivus
To exchange a soft bed for a tourist foam and a tent and go for three July days to the shore of the Gulf of Riga is capable of surely everyone, and certainly a fanatical music lover even more so - especially one who once was at the festival Pozitivus. This is a large-scale musical and cultural event in the Baltics.
December 22, 2015 Holiday Ziemassvetki
The celebration of the winter solstice - traditionally the shortest day of the year - takes place on the territory of a huge ethnographic museum in the open air east of Riga in late December. Ziemassvetki is a party that celebrates the birth of the most important god in Latvian mythology.
December 25, 2015 Christmas in Riga
The tradition of celebrating the Catholic Christmas revived in Riga almost immediately after Latvia left the Soviet Union. And this is not surprising: Christmas Riga is fabulously beautiful. Long before the holiday in the city squares start to organize Christmas markets.
December 31, 2015 New Year in Latvia is
To spend the New Year interesting and unusual means to meet it far from the familiar surroundings and traditional home environment. Magic winter Baltic landscapes, picturesque architecture of the beautiful old city, cozy narrow streets, atmosphere of celebration and fun ...
Holidays in Latvia celebrate noisily, on a grand scale. Many of them go back centuries and gradually lose their original meaning, but adherence to traditions remains unchanged. The new year in Latvia, although it is not an aboriginal holiday, is met cheerfully, with champagne and fireworks. Paying tribute to the defenders of the barricades, Latvians are lighting memorial fires on January 20, and on January 26 there comes an equally important holiday - Independence Day of the Republic of Latvia.
In March the International Women's Day is replaced by another historically important event - the Day of Remembrance of the Victims of the Communist Genocide (March 26). One of the most magnificent holidays in the year is Easter, in Latvia both Orthodox and Lutheran are celebrated.
An indispensable attribute of the festive Easter table are the colored eggs and cake.
Noisy festivities Latvians celebrate May holidays. On May, 1st in Latvia not only Day of work, but also anniversary of opening of a resort season in Riga and day of defense of a city, originating since the 15th century. Traditionally, on May Day people run a race through the streets of Riga, this event attracts many sports fans. Anyone can take part in the race.
Traditionally, on May Day people run a race through the streets of Riga, this event attracts many sports fans. Anyone can take part in the race.
Also, with the onset of May, it is time again to recall the history of the country. On May 4, Independence Day of the Republic of Latvia is celebrated here. On the streets of the capital organize photo exhibitions and concerts of choral music, solemnly lay flowers to the monument of Freedom. And on May 8 Latvians honor the memory of the victims of World War II. However, the May days were given to Latvians and a reason for joy, because it is at this time that Mother's Day is celebrated here, and this holiday among Latvians is perhaps one of the most beloved ones.
In June Riga is filled with a riot of colors and sounds - the International Riga Salsa Festival leaves no one indifferent. Within three days, the most outstanding dancers of Europe demonstrate their art.
At the festival of salsa, both Latin American and Cuban melodies sound. For those who want to learn this bright dance, classes and master classes are held.
On the day of the summer solstice, on June 23, Ligo comes - a holiday dedicated to the fertility god Janis. Latvians weave wreaths, jump through bonfires and dance. August 11 is recognized as the Day of Memory of Fighters for the Freedom of Latvia, and on August 15 they celebrate a new state holiday - the Day of Mary, dedicated to the Ascension of the Virgin to Heaven. Under the tinkling of bells, with numerous performances and competitions August 16 is Riga Day.
On the first day of autumn, students celebrate the Feast of Aristotle, which is replaced by Teacher's Day .One of the truly ancient holidays - the Day of Baltic Unity on September 22 - dates back to the 13th century and is dedicated to the defeat of the Order of Swordmen and Crusaders .A week later comes Mikel's Day - fair and market day .From all over Latvia, fragrant and fragrant apples are brought to Riga, concerts with live music are held..October 1 is officially recognized as World Day of Older Persons .The Latvian Latvians celebrate with a big wave on December 25 - with masquerades, concerts, large sales .Temples hold festive masses .