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SUMMARY:Critical Mass Riga 2026
DESCRIPTION:The annual May Day Critical Mass ride – a celebration of spring\, cycling\, and the call for safer bike infrastructure in Riga for everyone\, from the youngest to the oldest. \nAll riders of light\, zero-emission vehicles are welcome – cyclists\, rollerbladers\, skateboarders\, and (e-)scooter riders. Decorate your bike\, bring a speaker\, make signs\, film\, photograph – everyone is an organiser. \nBefore the ride: install the Critical Maps app on your phone and keep it running throughout – this makes the ride visible on the map and helps latecomers join. \nAfterparties to follow. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n📅 May 1\, 2026 · 13:00 📍 Dailes Teātra Laukums\, Riga Admission: Free \nOrganizers: Kritiskā masa Rīga\, Nightride Rīga
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/critical-mass-riga-2026/
LOCATION:Dailes Teātra Laukums\, Brīvības iela 80\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260501T160000
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SUMMARY:Kritiskā Piektdiena Lastādijā - Critical Mass Afterparty
DESCRIPTION:The official afterparty for Critical Mass Riga 2026. After the ride\, head to Lastādija to catch your breath – warm food and drinks from the Oranžērija café and spring vibes from Maikls Hollands’ vinyl collection. \nArriving early from the ride? Come whenever you’re done – music from 16:00\, food even earlier. \nMissed the bike tune-up before the ride? VeloStacija runs a last-minute repair workshop from 08:30 to 11:00. \n\n📅 May 1\, 2026 · from 16:00 📍 Mans rajons – Lastādija\, Riga Admission: Free \nOrganizers: Mans rajons Lastādija\, VeloStacija
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/kritiska-piektdiena-lastadija-critical-mass-afterparty/
LOCATION:Mans rajons – Lastādija\, Vilhelma Purvīša iela 15\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Mans rajons - Last%C4%81dija":MAILTO:lastadija@freeriga.lv
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260501T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260501T234500
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SUMMARY:Jam Session with Vaaks / Vakuums - Saulart Studio
DESCRIPTION:The jam session season at Saulart Studio continues. This evening features Vaaks / Vakuums – an experimental project blending live didgeridoo with electronic music\, moving between cosmic ambient and driving techno rhythms. \nThe project grew from years of self-study in circular breathing technique and electronic music production\, drawing on a decade of experience as guitarist in The Black Tea. \nBring your instrument or simply show up and join the flow. A variety of instruments available at the studio. \nGood to know: \n\nShoes off – bring cozy socks or slippers\nFree tea and a shared snack table – feel free to bring something to share\nMusic\, games\, conversation\, or simply being present – all welcome\n\n\n📅 May 1\, 2026 · 20:00 – 23:45 📍 Saulart Studio\, Kārļa Mīlenbaha iela 11\, Riga Admission: Free · Donations welcome \nPart of the Saulart project “Lastādija: creativity reactor”\, co-funded by the European Union.
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/jam-session-with-vaaks-vakuums-saulart-studio/
LOCATION:Saulart Studio\, Kārļa Mīlenbaha iela 11\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Saulart Studio":MAILTO:saulart.crew@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260502T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260502T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260427T070544Z
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SUMMARY:Piano Concert with Intuitive Painting - ONE Cacao Coffee Shop
DESCRIPTION:An evening combining live piano with intuitive painting. Olga Meļņikova plays while artist Atis Jakobsons paints — and so can you. Sit in a circle\, listen\, and express yourself through colour at your own pace. \nDrawing materials available to bring or purchase on site (€5 per person). \n\n📅 May 2\, 2026 · 19:00 📍 ONE Cacao Coffee Shop\, Skolas iela 21\, Riga Admission: Free · Donations welcome \nOrganizer: ONE Cacao Coffee Shop
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/piano-concert-with-intuitive-painting-one-cacao-coffee-shop/
LOCATION:ONE Cacao Coffee Shop\, Skolas 21\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260502T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260502T200000
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SUMMARY:Padomāsim... - Juriss & Naave at Bolderāja
DESCRIPTION:An evening with Juris and Naave at Bolderāja. \n\n📅 May 2\, 2026 · 20:00 📍 Bolderāja\, Avotu iela 29\, Riga Admission: €5 \nOrganizer: Bolderāja
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/padomasim-juriss-naave-at-bolderaja/
LOCATION:Bolderāja\, Avotu 29\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Music & Nightlife
ORGANIZER;CN="Bolder%C4%81ja":MAILTO:bolderaja27@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260502T220000
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SUMMARY:"Alternatīva: Traces from the Underground" × DZZ - Concert Event
DESCRIPTION:A concert event tied to the exhibition “Alternatīva: Traces from the Underground” – happening in the gap where culture is still searching for its form. \n“Dūmu Zārka Zēni” (DZZ) is a radical improvisation orchestra working at the border between music\, noise\, and collective experiment. Founded by Dāvis Burmeisters\, the ensemble brings together musicians from different practices to create unpredictable\, process-driven performances in which noise\, dynamics\, and chance are the primary means of expression. \nDZZ is an open system – reformed with each performance through collective intuition and the exploration of sound as a living\, impermanent structure. The collective is known for performing in small\, non-institutional spaces and is considered one of the most radical improvisational practices in Riga’s underground scene. In 2024 they completed one of their most ambitious projects: a 24-hour continuous concert at NOASS as part of the Sculpture Quadrennial Riga. \n\n📅 May 2\, 2026 · 20:00 – 22:00 📍 Creative Factory Veldze\, Riga Duration: 2 hours \nOrganizers: 2ANNAS ISFF\, Radošā rūpnīca Veldze
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/alternativa-traces-from-the-underground-x-dzz-concert-event/
LOCATION:Radošā rūpnīca Veldze – Katla māja\, Matīsa iela 8\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Music & Nightlife
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SUMMARY:Latvian Film Marathon - May 4\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:The National Film Centre of Latvia presents the 22nd annual Latvian Film Marathon – a full day of free screenings at Kino Splendid Palace\, plus a simultaneous online stream available worldwide via filmas.lv. \nThis year’s theme: flight – from a bird’s wing to a flight of thought. The programme includes new film premieres\, archival gems\, animation for children\, and a tribute to composer Raimonds Pauls on his 90th birthday. \nAt Splendid Palace: 9 screenings across two halls starting from 13:00\, closing with an outdoor evening screening in Splendid Garden at 21:30. Highlights include premieres of Putnubiedēkļi by Laila Pakalniņa\, Nospiedumi by Alise Zariņa\, and documentary Mildas istaba. The 18:30 screening features a restored 1979 Estonian fantasy thriller Hotel at the End of the Mountain with Latvian actor Uldis Pūcīte. \nOnline: Free access all day on filmas.lv\, available worldwide. \n📅 May 4\, 2026 · from 13:00 📍 Kino Splendid Palace\, Riga + online at filmas.lv Admission: Free \nOrganizer: National Film Centre of Latvia (NKC) Supported by: Riga City Council\, Latvian State Archives\, Latvian Film Studios
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/latvian-film-marathon-may-4-2026/
LOCATION:Kino Splendid Palace\, Straumes zāle\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="National Film Centre of Latvia (NKC)":MAILTO:pasts@nkc.gov.lv
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260506T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260510T234500
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260414T161325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T131421Z
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SUMMARY:Scent Art Festival Riga
DESCRIPTION:An international festival at the intersection of scent\, art\, technology\, music\, and performance. \n3 exhibitions · 53 artworks · 63 events – lectures\, workshops\, performances\, and sensory experiences · Artists and researchers from around the world \nProgram: \nMay 6 – Festival Opening Keynote lecture\, future technology demonstration\, scent music by choir\, scented dance\, immersive scent experiences \nMay 7 – Exhibition Day Exhibition openings\, masterclasses\, lectures\, workshops\, performances \nMay 8 – Scent Archives Keynote lecture\, masterclasses\, workshops\, dance and art performances \nMay 9 – Being in the Fog of Uncertainty Keynote lecture\, performances\, music\, dance\, technological demonstrations \nMay 10 – Closing Day Lecture\, performances\, poetry readings\, music\, technological demonstrations \n\n📅 May 6-10\, 2026 📍 Creative Factory Veldze\, Riga Duration: 4 days · Open to everyone \nOrganizers: Smaržu mākslas galerija NĀSĪ\, Radošā rūpnīca Veldze Venue support: Radošā rūpnīca Veldze Technical support: Lares Baltic Tribal Gathering
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/scent-art-festival-riga/
LOCATION:Radošā rūpnīca Veldze – Katla māja\, Matīsa iela 8\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260506T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260506T220000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260506T090849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T090849Z
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SUMMARY:Riga Language Exchange Meetup
DESCRIPTION:A weekly meetup for language lovers. Practice a new language\, meet people\, and enjoy a drink – beer\, tea\, or coffee. Everyone is welcome. \n📅 May 6\, 2026 · 19:00 – 22:00 📍 FOB Bar\, Riga Admission: Free
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/riga-language-exchange-meetup-4/
LOCATION:FOB Bar\, Aldaru iela 9\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260506T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260506T220000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260417T155637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T122244Z
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SUMMARY:Žubr - Avant-Garde Jazz Quartet
DESCRIPTION:M/House of Jazz presents a concert by the international avant-garde jazz quartet “žubr” — a project bringing together four musicians of improvised and experimental music from Latvia and Poland. \nThe ensemble combines vocals\, piano\, double bass\, and percussion\, performing an original repertoire written specifically for this lineup. Composition meets improvisation through extended instrumental techniques. The project originated in Oslo\, where the musicians developed their shared musical approach. \nLineup: Aga Wójcik (PL) — vocals Bartłomiej Brózda (PL) — double bass Marcin Małek (PL) — piano Andris Žabris (LV) — drums \n\n📅 May 6\, 2026 · 20:00 📍 M/Darbnīca\, Aristida Briāna iela 9\, Riga 🎟 Get tickets \nOrganizer: M/Darbnīca Supported by: State Culture Capital Foundation\, Riga City Council
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/zubr-avant-garde-jazz-quartet/
LOCATION:M/Darbnīca\, Aristida Briāna iela 9\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Music & Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260508T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260508T190000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260428T125819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T125819Z
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SUMMARY:Jarboe feat. Joy Von Spain + Thor Harris + Waterflower + Eleonora Kampe
DESCRIPTION:A rare and exceptional evening at 1983 bringing together iconic figures from experimental\, post-industrial\, and contemporary classical music. \nJarboe is a vocalist\, visual artist\, and composer with over forty years of work spanning experimental\, industrial\, and avant-garde music. Known to many as a central figure in Swans\, her solo career has continuously expanded boundaries — from the raw power electronics of her 1984 cassette Walls to emotionally complex albums such as Sacrificial Cake (1995) and Disburden Disciple (2000). A new album\, co-created with Thor Harris\, is due in 2026 via Belgian label Consouling Sounds. \nThor Harris is a Texas-born multi-instrumentalist known for his work as percussionist in Swans (2010–2016) and collaborations with Bill Callahan\, Xiu Xiu\, Devendra Banhart\, Amanda Palmer\, and many others. \nJoy Von Spain is a Seattle-based vocalist\, pianist\, and contemporary classical composer whose work blends classical influences with experimental\, theatrical\, and emotionally charged expression. \nWaterflower and Eleonora Kampe represent Latvia’s own experimental scene. \n\n📅 May 8\, 2026 · 19:00 📍 1983\, Riga 🎟 Buy tickets \nOrganizers: UCE Agency\, Vārnu Laiks
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/jarboe-feat-joy-von-spain-thor-harris-waterflower-eleonora-kampe/
LOCATION:1983\, Vagonu iela 21\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Music & Nightlife
ORGANIZER;CN="UCE Agency":MAILTO:info@uceagency.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260508T230000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260509T060000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260501T085349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T122216Z
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SUMMARY:theRoom LIVE 2026 - Alibi Night presents Sasha
DESCRIPTION:One of Riga’s most anticipated annual electronic music events returns for 2026. Since 2013\, TheRoom LIVE has built its reputation around quality lineups\, unexpected venues\, and an experience that goes beyond a typical club night. \nLine-up: Sasha (Last Night On Earth\, UK) — one of the original British DJs who shaped the global electronic music scene Marius Ivanoff b2b Mindaugelis (LT) — cult Lithuanian DJ duo\, rare B2B appearance \nLocation: Secret venue — announced closer to the event date via TheRoom’s social media and RA event page. \n🎟 Resident Advisor 🎟 Bilesuserviss.lv 🎟 Bilietai.lt 🎟 Piletilevi.ee \n\n📅 May 8–9\, 2026 · 23:00 – 06:00 📍 Riga — venue TBA Organizers: theRoom\, DJ Mindaugelis
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/theroom-live-2026-alibi-night-presents-sasha/
LOCATION:theRoom\, Merkela Street13\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Music & Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260512T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260530T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260505T082255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T064832Z
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SUMMARY:Riga Contemporary Surrealism Biennale - First Edition
DESCRIPTION:The first edition of the Riga Contemporary Surrealism Biennale brings together contemporary artists from the USA\, Canada\, the Netherlands\, Italy\, Turkey\, Romania\, Germany\, Finland\, and beyond — all working within the traditions of Surrealism\, Automatism\, Biomorphism\, Dadaism\, and Metaphysical Art. The mission: to make the hidden visible. \nAlongside the main exhibition: artist talks\, panel discussions\, curator-led tours every Saturday at 12:00\, and musical evenings every Thursday from 18:00 to 19:30. Group tours can be arranged on other days. \nOpening hours: Tue\, Wed\, Fri\, Sat — 10:00–18:00 Thu — 10:00–20:00 Closed Mon & Sun \nClosing event: May 30 from 13:00. \nTickets available via Biļešu Serviss\, Mobilly\, and on site. All tickets include access to the Latvian Railway History Museum permanent collection. \n\n📅 May 12–30\, 2026 📍 Latvian Railway History Museum 🌐 artriga.com · voyzxart.com/biennale \nSupported by: Happy Art Museum\, Dzelzceļa Muzejs\, LIAA\, Latvia Travel
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/riga-contemporary-surrealism-biennale-first-edition/
LOCATION:Latvian Railway History Museum\, Uzvaras bulvāris 2A\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260512T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260512T220000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260504T110029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T122150Z
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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. \nHow it works: Each 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📅 May 12\, 2026 · 19:00 📍 FOB Bar\, Riga Admission: Free
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/practice-latvian-with-locals-fob-bar/
LOCATION:FOB Bar\, Aldaru iela 9\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260513T220000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260512T063800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T063800Z
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SUMMARY:Riga Language Exchange Meetup
DESCRIPTION:A weekly meetup for language lovers. Practice a new language\, meet people\, and enjoy a drink – beer\, tea\, or coffee. Everyone is welcome. \n📅 May 13\, 2026 · 19:00 – 22:00 📍 FOB Bar\, Riga Admission: Free
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/riga-language-exchange-meetup-6/
LOCATION:FOB Bar\, Aldaru iela 9\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Community & Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260514T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260514T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260507T083034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T121950Z
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SUMMARY:Open Coffee Club #9 - Startup House Riga
DESCRIPTION:No stage\, no panel\, no presentations. Just people building things – talking ideas\, sharing wins and failures. Show up\, meet others who actually do stuff. That’s it. \n\n📅 May 14\, 2026 · 19:00 – 21:00 (doors open 18:30) 📍 Startup House Riga\, Lastādijas iela 12 k-3\, Riga 🔗 Register on Meetup \nOrganizer: Startup House Riga Admission: Free
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/open-coffee-club-9-startup-house-riga/
LOCATION:Startup House Riga\, Lastādijas street 12 k-3\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Business & Networking
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup House Riga":MAILTO:connect@startuphouse.lv
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260512T175330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T175354Z
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SUMMARY:Fashion & Design Market - Kalnciema Kvartāls
DESCRIPTION:An outdoor fashion and design market in Kalnciema Kvartāls featuring local brands and designers with summer collections — clothing\, shoes\, and accessories. \nAt 12:00 — a live fashion show by students of a sewing hobby academy\, presenting their own denim and white collection pieces. \nBrands and designers interested in participating can apply at kalnciemaiela.lv \n\n📅 May 16\, 2026 · 10:00 – 16:00 📍 Kalnciema iela 35\, Riga Admission: Free \nOrganizer: Kalnciema iela
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/fashion-design-market-kalnciema-kvartals/
LOCATION:Kalnciema iela\, Kalnciema iela 35\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Kalnciema iela":MAILTO:kultura@kalnciemakvartals.lv
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260516T230000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260517T040000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260513T123059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T123059Z
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SUMMARY:Selecta: Andy C (UK) - H2O 6
DESCRIPTION:Drum & bass legend Andy C arrives in Riga for a massive Selecta night at H2O 6. \nFounder of RAM Records and one of the most influential names in drum & bass\, Andy C is known for high-energy sets and headline performances at festivals including Glastonbury and EDC. The UK artist has sold out Wembley Arena and helped launch artists such as Chase & Status\, Sub Focus\, and Wilkinson. \nLine-up: Andy C (UK) · KETA (LV) · ENTER (EE) · Qerty · Ttypical \n📅 May 16\, 2026 · 23:00–04:00\n📍 H2O 6\, Ūdens iela 6\, Riga\n🎟 All tickets purchased for the original March 7 event remain valid\n🔞 Age restriction: 18+ \nOrganizer: Selecta Events
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/selecta-andy-c-uk-h2o-6/
LOCATION:H2O 6\, Ūdens iela 6\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Music & Nightlife
ORGANIZER;CN="Selecta Events":MAILTO:selecta4events@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
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SUMMARY:“Maija Grāfs 2026” Count of May 2026 - 16th International Multicultural Festival
DESCRIPTION:A full day of music\, dance\, colour\, and culture for the whole family at Ziedoņdārzs Park. \nDifferent cultures\, languages\, and traditions come together for a spring celebration of unity and creativity. Expect a carnival parade\, medieval vibes\, performances by artists from Latvia and beyond\, creative workshops for children and adults\, and inclusive activities for everyone. \nWant to participate as a performer or volunteer? Get in touch with the organizers. \n\n📅 May 23\, 2026 · All day 📍 Ziedoņdārzs Park\, Riga Admission: Free · All welcome
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/maija-grafs-2026-count-of-may-2026-16th-international-multicultural-festival/
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Maija Gr%C4%81fa Sv%C4%93tki":MAILTO:maijagrafs@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260523T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260524T000000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260518T060012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260516T154727Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Night 2026 at the National Library of Latvia
DESCRIPTION:Latvia’s annual Museum Night takes place on May 23\, this year themed “The Adventures of Objects.” The National Library of Latvia (Gaismas pils) opens its doors for an evening of reading\, exhibitions\, and events. No library card needed — everything is free. \nLoud Reading Marathon (19:00–24:00) — read aloud excerpts from the children’s and youth book collection\, hosted by actor Emīls Krūmiņš with live sound by DJ MARKY or RIKATS. Sign up on site at the 1st floor. \nSilent Reading Above Riga’s Rooftops (19:00–24:00) — a mindful\, ambient reading session on the library’s rooftop gallery. Bring your own book or choose from a curated selection. Ambient music by MARKY or RIKATS. Register at the 8th floor entrance. \n15 exhibitions open\, including permanent collection “The Book in Latvia”\, the Baltic University story\, folk applied art\, Krišjānis Barons’ Dainu skapis\, and more. \nCafé Divi Raiņi open throughout the evening. LNB Friends Room open for book and souvenir purchases. \n\n📅 May 23\, 2026 · 19:00 – 24:00 📍 National Library of Latvia\, Mūkusalas iela 3\, Riga Admission: Free \nOrganizers: National Library of Latvia\, Restarts lasīšanai
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/museum-night-2026-at-the-national-library-of-latvia/
LOCATION:Latvijas Nacionālā bibliotēka / National Library of Latvia\, Mūkusalas iela 3\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Latvijas Nacion%C4%81l%C4%81 bibliot%C4%93ka / National Library of Latvia":MAILTO:lnb@lnb.lv
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260523T235900
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260524T090000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260522T093930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T094017Z
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SUMMARY:Deep Dub 2.1 - Uncle Bundle presents
DESCRIPTION:An immersive night of deep dub and electronic soundscapes across two stages at Teritorija Club. Heavy basslines\, atmospheric textures\, and a hypnotic flow from midnight to morning. \nMain stage: deep dub selections\, heavy low-end\, and special guests. Small stage: intimate\, evolving sound where atmosphere takes over. \nLimited capacity – arrive early. \nLine-up: Uncle Rodion · DJ Bombey · Grad_U (LT) · Guretsky · Nicolas Barnes \n\n📅 May 23-24\, 2026 · 00:00 – 09:00 📍 Teritorija Club\, Krišjāņa Barona iela 136\, Riga 🎟 Tickets on Resident Advisor \nOrganizer: Digi Media
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/deep-dub-2-1-uncle-bundle-presents/
LOCATION:Teritorija Club\, Krišjāņa Barona iela 136\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Music & Nightlife
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260528T184908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T185215Z
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SUMMARY:"Osculum. Basium. Suavium" - Krista Vindberga-Auzniece
DESCRIPTION:A kinetic sculpture installation referencing Michelangelo’s Creation of Adam – reimagined with creation left in a woman’s hands. Two hands rotate continuously toward one another\, their trajectory forming an endless cycle of closeness and distance. No divine hierarchy\, but two equal creators. Contact occurs at only one degree of the full 360-degree rotation – a moment where the intensity and fragility of creation are concentrated. \nThe title shifts from month to month – Osculum\, Basium\, Suavium – gradually narrowing the distance: from a restrained gesture\, through tenderness\, to sensual intensity. \nCurators: Krista Vindberga-Auzniece\, Laura Groza \n\n📅 May 25-31\, 2026 · Open 24/7 📍 Čehova teātra galerija\, Kaļķu iela 16\, Riga \nPart of Riga Art Week.
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/osculum-basium-suavium-krista-vindberga-auzniece/
LOCATION:Čehova teātra galerija\, Kaļķu iela 16\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260526T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260526T190000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260524T203904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T204305Z
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SUMMARY:Messiah University Concert Choir - Free Concert at St John's Church
DESCRIPTION:The Messiah University Concert Choir\, conducted by Dr. Joy Elizabeth Meade\, performs in Riga as part of their European tour (Helsinki\, Tallinn\, Riga). The choir is Messiah University’s premier vocal ensemble\, known for a wide repertoire spanning Renaissance to contemporary music. \nThey will be joined by Riga Technical College youth choir Mīts\, conducted by Artūrs Svarcbahs and Irina Svarcbaha. \n\n📅 May 26\, 2026 · 19:00 📍 St. John’s Church (Rīgas Svētā Jāņa baznīca)\, Skārņu iela 24\, Riga Admission: Free 📧 performancesbooking@gmail.com
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/messiah-university-concert-choir/
LOCATION:St. John’s Church (Rīgas Svētā Jāņa baznīca)\, Skārņu iela 24\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260527T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260531T180000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260530T054742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260530T054826Z
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SUMMARY:“I want to Be Glue!” Shana de Villiers  (SA/NL)
DESCRIPTION:A large-scale installation at TUR combining textile\, soft sculpture\, and performance. Working with Latvian and South African snake mythologies\, Shana de Villiers creates a theatrical environment where hybrid\, monstrous characters become carriers of difference\, memory\, and transformation. Glimmering surfaces\, fragmented voices\, and shifting forms — the monstrous reimagined as familiar and inviting. \nCurator: Edvards Shautens \nOpening hours: Thu 13:00-22:00 / Fri-Sun 13:00-18:00 \nPart of Riga Art Week. \n\n📅 May 28 – June 27\, 2026 📍 TUR\, Tallinas iela 10\, Riga
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/i-want-to-be-glue-shana-de-villiers/
LOCATION:TUR\, Tallinas iela 10\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260527T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260530T200000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260530T054116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260530T054116Z
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SUMMARY:"Have a Nice day\," Artist collective http://vide
DESCRIPTION:The second joint exhibition by artist collective http://vide (Dana Vetrova\, Katrīna Lipšāne\, Ļena Kiseļčuka\, Paula Ikase) — four graduates of the Art Academy of Latvia. The work explores the practice of creation after academic education through personal experiences: somatics\, employment\, ephemeral spaces\, and boredom. An attempt to find\, create\, or simply notice beauty in everyday life. \nTaking place at Smilga\, an independent cultural space in Āgenskalns — a pavilion designed by architect Modris Ģelzis in 1962\, located by the composers’ living quarters. \nOpening hours: Sun 14:00-20:00 \nPart of Riga Art Week. \n\n📅 May 30\, 2026 📍 Smilga\, Eduarda Smiļģa iela 34A\, Riga
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/have-a-nice-day-artist-collective-http-vide/
LOCATION:Smilga\, Smiļģa ielā 34A\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260528T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260528T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260524T202859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T203014Z
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SUMMARY:Conference: "The Aesthetics of Protest and Legal Mobilization"
DESCRIPTION:An international conference exploring the aesthetic\, moral\, legal\, and social dimensions of contemporary protest. Special focus on the symbols\, gestures\, images\, and performative practices through which civic demands are expressed – and how protest movements generate visual forms that travel across borders. \nResearchers and artists from Latvia\, Lithuania\, Poland\, Finland\, the Netherlands\, Sweden\, the UK\, Iran\, Portugal\, Mexico\, and Argentina. \nHeld in dialogue with the Riga Performance Festival “Starptelpa” and its 2026 theme “Sonic Vibrations.” \n🌐 Full programme \n\n📅 May 28–29\, 2026 · 09:00–17:00 📍 Art Academy of Latvia\, K-2\, Kalpaka bulvāris 13\, Riga \nOrganizers: Institute of Literature\, Folklore and Art (University of Latvia)\, Latvian Centre for Performance Art
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/conference-the-aesthetics-of-protest-and-legal-mobilization-2/
LOCATION:Art Academy of Latvia\, Kalpaka bulvāris 13\, K-2\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Riga Performance Festival":MAILTO:starptelpa@rigaperformance.lv
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260528T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260528T220000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260522T070055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260516T162214Z
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SUMMARY:Ulvis Alberts "Camera as Passport" - Exhibition Opening & Concert
DESCRIPTION:Opening of a photography exhibition by Ulvis Alberts (1942–2025)\, a Latvian-American photographer. The evening includes an exhibition viewing\, a film about the artist\, a bar\, and a live concert at 20:00 by Tom Waits Birthday Band: Ansis Klintsons\, Guntis Veilands\, Artūrs Jauntēvs\, and Herberts Blumbergs. Bar by kultūras nams ATMODA. \nPart of Riga Art Week. \n\n📅 May 28\, 2026 · 18:00 – 22:00 📍 Galerija Birkenfelds\, Dēļu iela 2\, Riga Admission: Free \nOrganizer: Galerija Birkenfelds
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/ulvis-alberts-camera-as-passport-exhibition-opening-concert/
LOCATION:Galerija Birkenfelds\, Dēļu iela 2\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260529T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260529T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260524T191212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T074944Z
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SUMMARY:Conference: "The Aesthetics of Protest and Legal Mobilization"
DESCRIPTION:An international conference exploring the aesthetic\, moral\, legal\, and social dimensions of contemporary protest. Special focus on the symbols\, gestures\, images\, and performative practices through which civic demands are expressed – and how protest movements generate visual forms that travel across borders. \nResearchers and artists from Latvia\, Lithuania\, Poland\, Finland\, the Netherlands\, Sweden\, the UK\, Iran\, Portugal\, Mexico\, and Argentina. \nHeld in dialogue with the Riga Performance Festival “Starptelpa” and its 2026 theme “Sonic Vibrations.” \n🌐 Full programme \n\n📅 May 28–29\, 2026 · 09:00–17:00 📍 Art Academy of Latvia\, K-2\, Kalpaka bulvāris 13\, Riga \nOrganizers: Institute of Literature\, Folklore and Art (University of Latvia)\, Latvian Centre for Performance Art
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/conference-the-aesthetics-of-protest-and-legal-mobilization/
LOCATION:Art Academy of Latvia\, Kalpaka bulvāris 13\, K-2\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="LU Literat%C5%ABras%2C folkloras un m%C4%81kslas instit%C5%ABts":MAILTO:info@lulfmi.lv
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260529T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260603T190000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260528T192836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T193111Z
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SUMMARY:"Zoom In: Ecology" - Riga Photography Biennial 2026 (Friday Session)
DESCRIPTION:A group exhibition presenting nine works by international artists exploring the intersection of digital technology\, ecology\, and human identity. Part of the Riga Photography Biennial 2026\, running April 16 – July 3. \nArtists: Astrid Ardagh (NO)\, Nanna Debois Buhl (DK)\, Henna-Riikka Halonen (FI)\, Inka & Niclas (SE)\, Kristina Õllek & Kert Viiart-Õllek (EE)\, Rasa Šmite & Raitis Šmits (LV)\, Sabīne Šnē (LV)\, Istvan Virag (HU/NO) Curators: Inga Brūvere (LV)\, Marie Sjøvold (NO) \n🌐 rpbiennial.com \nOpening hours: Fri 12:00–19:00 · Sat 11:00–19:00 · Sun 11:00–17:00 \n\n📅 May 26–31\, 2026 📍 Rīgas Laikmetīgās mākslas telpa\, Kungu iela 3\, Riga \nPart of Riga Art Week.
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/zoom-in-ecology-riga-photography-biennial-2026-friday-session/
LOCATION:Rīgas Laikmetīgās mākslas telpa\, Kungu iela 3\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260529T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260529T190000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181819
CREATED:20260528T201207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T201207Z
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SUMMARY:"To Dust: A Memorial for Robot Vacuum Cleaners" - Rosie Gibbens (UK) 3 Showings
DESCRIPTION:A performance by British artist Rosie Gibbens imagining a near future where broken robot vacuum cleaners are mourned through elaborate funeral ceremonies. Combining absurdity\, dark humour\, and ritualistic staging\, the work explores emotional attachment to domestic technology\, surveillance\, and data collection in the home. Audio imagined as recordings collected by a robot over its lifetime forms the memorial soundtrack. Created in collaboration with dancers Lelde Beate and Sintija Skrabe. \nThree showings: 17:00\, 18:00\, and 19:00. Free entry\, advance registration required. \n🎟 Register on Eventbrite \n\n📅 May 29\, 2026 · 17:00 / 18:00 / 19:00 📍 Biroju komplekss VERDE\, Roberta Hirša iela 1\, Riga   Admission: Free with registration \nPart of Riga Art Week.
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/to-dust-a-memorial-for-robot-vacuum-cleaners-rosie-gibbens-uk-3-showings/
LOCATION:Biroju komplekss VERDE\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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