As the weather turns colder and the snowfall increases, one can enjoy the winter in the capital not only at the cross-country skiing trails and tube sliding slopes, but also at the artificial ice…
On Thursday, 8 December, the festive programme for families with children will continue in Vērmanes Fairy Tale Garden. During the weekend, events and concerts dedicated to the Third Advent will take…
From November 24, it is forbidden for people to be on the ice-covered water bodies and coastal waters in the administrative territory of Riga. Given the current weather conditions and meteorological…
On Sunday, 27 November, at 5 p.m., Riga’s main Christmas tree will shine brightly in Doma Square and the traditional Old Town Christmas Fair will be opened after a two-year pause. During the First…
As the first snow covers the ground, Riga is getting ready for Christmas and decorates the city. This year, the capital’s decorations and lighting design will make a new appearance, whereas a variety…
On Tuesday, November 22, the State Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) will carry out a test of alarm sirens across Latvia, activating them for three minutes, as well as will check the performance of…
Greeting the Republic of Latvia on its birthday, the capital will host a flower-laying ceremony and military parade, various concerts, themed exhibitions and cinema. Everyone will also enjoy special…
This autumn, the Housing and Environment Department of the Riga City Council has completed the work on organising and digitising the data of Pļavnieki, Bolderāja and Jaunciems cemeteries, collecting…
In order to encourage passengers to use public transport regularly, monthly ticket prices will be significantly reduced from 31 December. Instead of the current EUR 50, next year monthly tickets will…
Commemorating the Latvian Freedom Fighters, November 11 will be celebrated in the centre of the capital, as well as in its neighbourhoods. A solemn service, the traditional lighting of candles at the…
