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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260602T190000
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SUMMARY:Practice Latvian with Locals - FOB Bar
DESCRIPTION:A relaxed Latvian conversation club for those looking to break the language barrier and build vocabulary in a friendly setting. \nEach session starts with an ice-breaker\, moves into a guided topic discussion\, and leaves plenty of room for open dialogue and questions. Going off-topic is fine — the goal is natural conversation\, not a formal lesson. \nBest suited for A2-B1 level (intermediate). \n\n📅 June 2\, 2026 / 19:00 – 21:00 📍 FOB Bar\, Aldaru iela 9\, Riga Admission: Free
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/practice-latvian-with-locals-fob-bar-2/
LOCATION:FOB Bar\, Aldaru iela 9\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260606T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260606T190000
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SUMMARY:Azu Market - Artists and Crafters Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Azu Market returns for its third edition with a fresh look inspired by Chinatown and Chinese culture. Browse work by local artists and craftspeople\, join hands-on workshops\, take photos at the photo zone\, and play games with prizes. Open to everyone. \nPart of Riga Pride 2026 programme. \n🌐 rigapride.lv/programma \n\n📅 June 6\, 2026 / 14:00 – 19:00 📍 Angārs\, Tallinas iela 10-3\, Riga Admission: Free
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/azu-market-artists-and-crafters-fair/
LOCATION:Angārs\, Tallinas iela 10-3\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260606T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260606T193000
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SUMMARY:Rollerbiedru Rollerdisco
DESCRIPTION:A roller disco party at Paraugtipogrāfija. Skate\, dance\, and enjoy DJ music on classic quad roller skates. Bring your own skates or rent on site. \nThe programme includes a beginner’s intro session\, a roller skate performance by Rollerbiedri\, skating challenges\, and a tour of the Paraugtipogrāfija building. \nPart of Riga Pride 2026 programme. \n🌐 rigapride.lv/programma \n\n📅 June 6\, 2026 / 18:00 – 19:30 📍 Paraugtipogrāfija\, Kārļa Mīlenbaha iela 12\, Riga
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/rollerbiedru-rollerdisco/
LOCATION:paraugtipografija\, Kārļa Mīlenbaha iela 12\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260608T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260608T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T192435Z
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SUMMARY:Queer Fandom Quiz - KKC
DESCRIPTION:Test your knowledge of fandom culture with your team — fan fiction\, conventions\, fan art\, fandom history\, and everything made by fans for fans. \nEvent held in English. Team sign-up required. \n🔗 Sign up your team \nPart of Riga Pride 2026 programme. \n\n📅 June 8\, 2026 / 18:00 – 19:30 📍 KKC\, Skolas iela 15\, Riga  🌐 rigapride.lv/programma
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/queer-fandom-quiz-kkc/
LOCATION:Kaņepes Kultūras centrs\, Skolas iela 15\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260611T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260611T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T103304Z
CREATED:20260611T103241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T103304Z
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SUMMARY:Līgo Celebration at Labietis
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a traditional Latvian midsummer atmosphere before Jāņi? Labietis invites visitors to an evening of music\, dancing\, wreath-making and festive celebrations. Expect live performances\, local traditions and plenty of summer spirit. \n\n📅 June 11\, 2026 / 17:00 📍 Labietis\, Aristida Briāna iela 9a-2 Riga
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/ligo-celebration-at-labietis17-00/
LOCATION:Labietis\, Aristida Briāna iela 9a-2\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260611T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260611T213000
DTSTAMP:20260605T195845Z
CREATED:20260608T065642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T195845Z
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SUMMARY:A Very Special Berlin Takeover - Stand-up Comedy at KKC
DESCRIPTION:Three of Berlin’s most iconic queer comedy voices bring their stand-up straight to Riga Pride. Luī Beča (Latvia)\, Anja Woot (Slovenia)\, and Philipp Leinenbach (Germany) deliver their live performances — expect smoke\, dust\, and real talk. \nPart of Riga Pride 2026 programme. \n🌐 rigapride.lv/programma \n\n📅 June 11\, 2026 / 20:00 – 21:30 📍 KKC\, Skolas iela 15\, Riga
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/a-very-special-berlin-takeover-stand-up-comedy-at-kkc/
LOCATION:Kaņepes Kultūras centrs\, Skolas iela 15\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260612T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260612T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T200436Z
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SUMMARY:Amber to Remember - Kiki Function at Skapis
DESCRIPTION:A ball event celebrating over six years of building queer community in Latvia. Amber as a symbol – transformative\, healing\, preserving stories\, dreams\, struggles\, and victories. A space where exclusion and loneliness became something lasting\, visible\, and powerful. \nPart of Riga Pride 2026 programme. \n🌐 rigapride.lv/programma \n\n📅 June 12\, 2026 / 17:00 – 22:00 📍 Kultūrvieta Skapis\, Aristida Briāna iela 9a\, Riga
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/amber-to-remember-kiki-function-at-skapis/
LOCATION:Skapis\, Aristida Briāna iela 9a\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260612T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260612T203000
DTSTAMP:20260624T135731Z
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SUMMARY:Lielā Praida Sadziedāšanās - Pride Community Sing-Along
DESCRIPTION:A mass sing-along event bringing together the Riga Queer Choir\, Fyul\, and ExLibris. First the Riga Queer Choir performs a special Pride programme\, then conductor Nora Žeigure leads everyone in learning and singing together – songs about friendship\, love\, and freedom in Latvian and English. \nPart of Riga Pride 2026 programme. \n🌐 rigapride.lv/programma \n\n📅 June 12\, 2026 / 19:00 – 20:30 📍 Radošā rūpnīca Veldze\, Matīsa iela 8\, Riga
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/liela-praida-sadziedasanas-pride-community-sing-along/
LOCATION:Radošā rūpnīca Veldze – Katla māja\, Matīsa iela 8\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260613T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260613T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203547Z
CREATED:20260610T053200Z
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UID:800-1781352000-1781361000@expatslatvia.com
SUMMARY:Riga Pride 2026 - March
DESCRIPTION:The annual Riga Pride march takes place on Saturday\, June 13. Gathering from 12:00\, the march sets off at 13:00 through the central streets of Riga. \n21 years since the first Riga Pride – a march that has helped change Latvia. Freedom and human rights are not a given. Join to celebrate what has been achieved and stand up for what still needs to be done. \nPart of Riga Pride 2026 programme. \n🌐 rigapride.lv/programma \n\n📅 June 13\, 2026 / 12:00 – 14:30 📍 Riga city centre
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/riga-pride-2026-march/
LOCATION:Riga city centre\, Сity centre\, Riga
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260613T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260613T180000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204420Z
CREATED:20260610T054907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T204420Z
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SUMMARY:Riga Pride 2026 - Closing Event and Concert
DESCRIPTION:The traditional closing event following the Pride parade. Speeches by special guests and organizers\, live performances by a diverse lineup of artists\, food and drinks on site\, and information stands from various organizations. A celebration of freedom\, community\, and full equality. \nPart of Riga Pride 2026 programme. \n🌐 rigapride.lv/programma \n\n📅 June 13\, 2026 / 15:00 – 18:00 📍 Riga city centre (location TBA)
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/riga-pride-2026-closing-event-and-concert/
LOCATION:Riga city centre\, Сity centre\, Riga
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260617T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260617T180000
DTSTAMP:20260611T073604Z
CREATED:20260613T070038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T073604Z
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SUMMARY:Global Dance Jam: Dance\, Music and New Connections
DESCRIPTION:A relaxed outdoor gathering that brings together dance\, music\, food and cultural experiences. Meet people from different backgrounds\, discover new traditions\, and enjoy a summer evening in a welcoming atmosphere. \nNo dance experience is needed – just curiosity and a willingness to join in. \nThe first gathering in Mežaparks is part of a larger programme leading up to a final celebration at K.K. fon Stricka Villa. \n\n📅 June 17\, 2026 / 18:00 📍 Mežaparks\, Riga Admission: Free
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/global-dance-jam-dance-music-and-new-connections-18-00/
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260620T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260621T020000
DTSTAMP:20260614T125553Z
CREATED:20260614T125347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T125553Z
UID:849-1781967600-1782007200@expatslatvia.com
SUMMARY:Jāņu Riti - Midsummer Festival at Uzvaras Park
DESCRIPTION:A full day and night of Latvian midsummer traditions at Uzvaras Park – folk music\, wreath weaving\, cheese making\, sauna whisk workshops\, dancing\, and a bonfire ritual until 02:00.\nThe evening highlight: a large-scale dance performance “Jāņu nakti darināju” by dance ensemble Daiļrade (celebrating their 35th anniversary) with mixed choir Sōla – an immersive midsummer ritual where the audience becomes part of the show. Original choreography\, costumes\, and music created especially for this performance.\nProgramme highlights: \n15:00 – Folk concerts from all Latvian regions (Kurzeme\, Vidzeme\, Latgale\, Zemgale\, Augšzeme) \n21:00 – Bonfire decoration and singing with group Zāle \n23:00 – Dance performance “Jāņu nakti darināju” \n00:15 – Bonfire lighting ritual and dancing with Rikši until 02:00\nWorkshops\, craft market\, and food on site from 15:00. Traditional dress encouraged. \n📅 June 20-21\, 2026 / 15:00 – 02:00 📍 Uzvaras Park\, Riga \nAdmission: Free
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/janu-riti-midsummer-festival-at-uzvaras-park/
LOCATION:Uzvaras Park\, Uzvaras Park\, Riga
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260621T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260624T000000
DTSTAMP:20260617T212340Z
CREATED:20260618T072021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T212340Z
UID:856-1782050400-1782259200@expatslatvia.com
SUMMARY:Būtība Festival 2026 - Conscious Summer Solstice Celebration
DESCRIPTION:A four-day community festival combining live music\, ecstatic dance\, workshops\, nature experiences and cultural activities on the banks of the Daugava near Ķegums.\nThe programme includes concerts\, dance sessions\, fire ceremonies\, creative workshops and outdoor activities in a relaxed festival atmosphere. Būtība has grown into one of Latvia’s best-known alternative culture and wellbeing festivals\, attracting visitors from Latvia and abroad. \n🎟 Tickets \n🌐 butibafestival.com \n\n📅 June 21-24\, 2026 📍 Ķeguma Puduri\, near Ķegums (approx. 60 km from Riga)
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/butiba-festival-2026-conscious-summer-solstice-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260623T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260624T043000
DTSTAMP:20260611T070659Z
CREATED:20260615T070057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T070659Z
UID:831-1782244800-1782275400@expatslatvia.com
SUMMARY:Midsummer Celebrations at Grīziņkalns Park
DESCRIPTION:Spend the shortest night of the year at Grīziņkalns Park – weaving wreaths\, singing\, dancing\, playing midsummer games\, and reviving old traditions. The programme combines folk music performances and DJ sets\, a fire-lighting ritual\, and ethno-inspired dancing until sunrise. \n\n📅 June 23\, 2026 / 20:00 – 04:30 📍 Grīziņkalns Park (Pērnavas iela 54)\, Riga Admission: Free
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/midsummer-celebrations-at-grizinkalns-park/
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260623T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260624T043000
DTSTAMP:20260623T120933Z
CREATED:20260623T120828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T120933Z
UID:927-1782244800-1782275400@expatslatvia.com
SUMMARY:Midsummer Festival at Dzegužkalns
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Jāņi\, Latvia’s traditional midsummer festival\, at one of Riga’s best-known outdoor celebrations. The programme includes traditional songs and rituals\, folk dancing\, live music by post-folk group Iļģi\, a special midnight ceremony for guests named Jānis\, and a sunrise welcome performance. \nNo previous dance experience is needed – folk dance steps will be taught on site\, and everyone is welcome to join. \n\n📅 June 23\, 2026 / 20:00 – 04:30\, 📍 Dzegužkalns\, Dzegužu iela 11\, Riga\nAdmission: Free
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/midsummer-festival-at-dzeguzkalns/
LOCATION:Midsummer Festival at Dzegužkalns\, Dzegužkalns\, Dzegužu iela 11\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260623T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260624T043000
DTSTAMP:20260623T122236Z
CREATED:20260623T122143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T122236Z
UID:929-1782244800-1782275400@expatslatvia.com
SUMMARY:Midsummer Outdoor Ball - Mežaparks
DESCRIPTION:zaļumballe (open-air dance ball) at the Green Theatre in Mežaparks. One of the classic ways to celebrate Jāņi\, the event features live music by Latvian bands\, dancing until sunrise\, and a festive midsummer atmosphere throughout the night. \nA buffet will be available on site\, and visitors are welcome from 19:00. \n\n📅 June 23-24\, 2026 / 20:00 – 04:30\, 📍 Green Theatre\, Mežaparks\, Ostas prospekts 11\, Riga\nAdmission: Free
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/midsummer-outdoor-ball-mezaparks/
LOCATION:Green Theatre\, Mežaparks\, Green Theatre\, Mežaparks\, Ostas prospekts 11\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260628T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260628T200000
DTSTAMP:20260623T114546Z
CREATED:20260623T114154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T114546Z
UID:1005-1782658800-1782676800@expatslatvia.com
SUMMARY:Riga Riverside Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:A free family-friendly event on the banks of the Daugava returns for its third edition. Expect creative workshops\, hands-on activities\, giant wooden games\, retro carousels for children\, a food court\, summer refreshments\, and live music and dance performances throughout the afternoon. \n\n📅 June 28\, 2026 / 15:00 – 20:00\,📍 Eksporta iela 3a\, Riga\nAdmission: Free \nOrganizer: Riga Riverside Festival\nSupported by: Riga Waterfront
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/riga-riverside-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Riga Riverside Festival\, Eksporta iela 3a\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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