Weekend events: Riga, Latvia - 2026-09-18 to 2026-09-20

Rate this article Choose 1-5 stars.

Latvia offers an especially varied weekend of culture, music, local food and active recreation from Friday 18 September to Sunday 20 September 2026. Riga, Latvia’s capital, is the natural starting point, with Old Riga hosting major free street celebrations. The city’s museums and ticketed festivals add quieter and more specialist options to the programme. A short journey west brings visitors to Jūrmala, where an international choral competition unfolds across three days. Liepāja offers a free evening challenge for teams who want to explore the city by map. In Cēsis, a harvest celebration focuses on local produce, practical sustainability and live performances. Daugavpils adds an intimate late-evening social event in Latgale. Planning across Latvia’s cities is worthwhile because each destination gives the weekend a distinct atmosphere, from historic streets and seaside concert halls to regional squares and sports venues. Use this guide to combine a Riga city break with one or more verified events elsewhere in Latvia. Check the organiser’s latest information before travelling, as programmes and access arrangements can change.

Riga, Latvia

Sensory Workshop at Riga Porcelain Museum — Riga, Latvia — Friday, 18 September 2026

Date/time: Friday, 18 September 2026, 12:00–17:30.
Venue/city: Riga Porcelain Museum, Kalēju iela 9/11, Riga, Latvia.
Why go: This educational and creative sensory programme is a relaxed way to explore a specialised museum collection in the Old Town.

Vecrīgas festivāls. Atvasara — Riga, Latvia — Saturday, 19 September 2026

Date/time: Saturday, 19 September 2026, 10:00–23:00.
Venue/city: Dome Square and surrounding Old Riga streets, Riga, Latvia.
Why go: Expect music, local food and drink, crafts, family activities and an evening concert in the historic heart of the capital.
Tickets/entry: Free entry.

Aldaru ielas svētki — Riga, Latvia — Saturday, 19 September 2026

Date/time: Saturday, 19 September 2026, 11:00–23:00.
Venue/city: Aldaru Street, Old Riga, Riga, Latvia.
Why go: The historic street celebration combines live music, local makers, food, activities and an outdoor Silent Disco area.

Rīga Pours Craft Beer Festival 2026 — Riga, Latvia — Saturday, 19 September 2026

Date/time: Saturday, 19 September 2026, 16:00.
Venue/city: RISEBA Āzenes Hall, Riga, Latvia.
Why go: This is a focused craft-beer gathering for visitors seeking a dedicated tasting event in Riga.
Tickets/entry: Reservation ticket listed at €74.95.

Jūrmala, Latvia

9th International Baltic Sea Choir Competition Opening Concert — Jūrmala, Latvia — Friday, 18 September 2026

Date/time: Friday, 18 September 2026, 19:00.
Venue/city: Dubulti Evangelical Lutheran Church, Jūrmala, Latvia.
Why go: The opening concert launches a three-day international competition featuring high-level amateur choirs from Latvia and abroad.

9th International Baltic Sea Choir Competition Mandatory-Programme Semi-final — Jūrmala, Latvia — Saturday, 19 September 2026

Date/time: Saturday, 19 September 2026, 11:00.
Venue/city: Dzintari Concert Hall, Turaidas iela 1, Jūrmala, Latvia.
Why go: Hear competing choirs perform the required repertoire during a major European choral competition.

9th International Baltic Sea Choir Competition Grand Prix Final and Closing Concert — Jūrmala, Latvia — Sunday, 20 September 2026

Date/time: Sunday, 20 September 2026, 11:00.
Venue/city: Dzintari Concert Hall, Turaidas iela 1, Jūrmala, Latvia.
Why go: The final brings together the competition climax, closing concert and awards ceremony, with Valters Pūce and Dainis Tenis as special guests.

Liepāja, Latvia

Latvian Orienteering Night 2026 — Liepāja, Latvia — Friday, 18 September 2026

Date/time: Friday, 18 September 2026, 20:00–23:00; participant numbers from 18:30 and map collection from 19:00.
Venue/city: LOC Manēža, Brīvības iela 55, Liepāja, Latvia.
Why go: Teams of two to five navigate a three-hour rogaining course, making this an accessible evening activity for both experienced orienteers and newcomers.
Tickets/entry: Free participation; each team needs a charged smartphone able to use the QREvented app.

Cēsis, Latvia

Harvest Festival — Cēsis, Latvia — Saturday, 19 September 2026

Date/time: Saturday, 19 September 2026, 10:00–15:00.
Venue/city: Rožu Square, Cēsis, Latvia.
Why go: Browse the harvest market, tastings and displays, join sustainability activities, hear local amateur ensembles from 12:00–14:00, and catch Kārlis Kazāks’ closing concert from 14:00–15:00.

Daugavpils, Latvia

Candlelight Social Evening with Inna and Vadim Kralik — Daugavpils, Latvia — Friday, 18 September 2026

Date/time: Friday, 18 September 2026, 20:00–01:00.
Venue/city: Forštate Cultural Space, Vidzemes iela 41A, Daugavpils, Latvia.
Why go: This late-night social programme offers a more intimate Friday option in Latvia’s south-eastern cultural centre.

Practical planning tips for Latvia

Reserve accommodation early if you intend to stay in Riga or Jūrmala on Saturday, when several Old Riga events take place at once. Allow extra time for local transport and walking in Old Riga, where event-related traffic restrictions may affect access. Riga and Jūrmala are easy to combine by frequent rail travel, while Liepāja, Cēsis and Daugavpils require more travel time and are best treated as separate day trips or overnight stops. September weather in Latvia can change quickly, so bring a warm layer and rain protection for outdoor programmes. Arrive before advertised start times for competitions, workshops and popular free festivals, and confirm ticket availability or participation conditions directly with the organiser before setting out.