On Monday, 22 July, a new building at 49 Ūnijas Street was opened for the long-term accommodation of Ukrainian civilians who arrived in Riga after Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. In 2023,…
To mark Riga's birthday month, on August 3rd, the city's council invites all residents of Pārdaugava, along with their guests, relatives, neighbours, and friends, to celebrate the Left Bank holiday…
In honour of Riga's 823rd birthday, magnificent celebrations filled with surprises are expected in the capital this August. Starting August 16, the festivities will take place in Old Riga, where you…
According to research conducted by investment website “Monkey Insider”, Riga is the second most pedestrian-friendly city in the world, with the most popular landmarks in the city's historic centre…
Until the end of July culture space ‘Strops’ invites all residents and guests of Riga to enjoy a rich cultural programme. Concerts, creative workshops, events for children and warm meetings with…
On Thursday, June 27, Riga City Council, the University of Latvia, Riga Technical University and Riga Stradinš University signed a memorandum of cooperation to jointly develop the "Knowledge Mile"…
During Jāņi celebration, on 23 and 24 June, public transport in Riga will be free of charge for residents and visitors of the city. There will also be additional transport services to and from events…
Songs and dances, wreaths and Jāņi flowers, cheese-making and bonfires – all right here in Riga! Where better can you see the Midsummer morning sun rising than on one of Riga's green hills! Riga…
This year marks half a century since Riga and Kobe (Japan) signed a twinning agreement, which over the years has resulted in many mutual projects, promoting interest and understanding of the…
International Children's Day is celebrated every year on June 1 to highlight the importance of children's safety and well-being in society. Riga City Council has also organised various concerts and…
