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SUMMARY:EDEN: Wet Work Over Lap - Kim? Contemporary Art Centre
DESCRIPTION:EDEN: Wet Work Over Lap is a contemporary art exhibition bringing together international and Latvian artists whose works explore themes of intimacy\, care\, desire\, and everyday forms of emotional and domestic labour. \nThe exhibition features installations\, video works\, photography\, performances\, and mixed-media artworks spanning both analogue and digital practices. Through a variety of artistic approaches\, visitors can explore contemporary perspectives on relationships\, personal experience\, and aspects of everyday life that often go unnoticed. \nArtists include… \nCurated by Zane Onckule. \nOpening hours: Tue–Sun\, 12:00–18:00 \nPlease note: the exhibition contains erotic and sexual themes and is not recommended for visitors under 18. \n🌐 kim.lv \n\n📅 May 30 – July 12\, 2026\, 📍 Hanzas iela 22\, Riga\nAdmission: Free
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/eden-wet-work-over-lap-kim-contemporary-art-centre/
LOCATION:Contemporary Art Centre\, Hanzas iela 22\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260701T180000
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SUMMARY:Macchiato XVI Riga - Avant-Garde Performance Evening
DESCRIPTION:Macchiato XVI continues with an evening dedicated to experimental and contemporary performance. Visitors can explore the festival exhibition and attend a live presentation by the avant-garde almanac “Avīzes nosaukums”\, bringing together literature\, performance and artistic expression in the festival setting. \nFlash tattoos by Tatuzis will also be available during the event. \nFestival Exhibition Open \n🕕 18:00 Performance by Avant-Garde Almanac “Avīzes nosaukums” \n\n📅 July 1\, 2026\, 📍Veldze\, Matīsa iela 8\, Riga \nAdmission: Festival entry is free. Workshop registration may be required.
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/macchiato-xvi-riga-avant-garde-performance-evening/
LOCATION:Radošā rūpnīca Veldze – Katla māja\, Matīsa iela 8\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260702T200000
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DTSTAMP:20260702T074950Z
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SUMMARY:Rīgas Ritmi 2026: Mike del Ferro Trio
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Rīgas Ritmi Festival\, Dutch pianist Mike del Ferro returns to Riga with his trio for an evening of contemporary jazz. Blending jazz with influences from Latin America\, Africa and other musical traditions\, the trio’s performances are known for their improvisation\, melodic storytelling and musical interplay. \nMike del Ferro has performed in more than 100 countries and collaborated with internationally renowned jazz musicians throughout his career. This intimate concert at Riga Jazz Lounge offers a chance to experience one of Europe’s most widely travelled jazz pianists in a relaxed club setting. \n\n📅 July 2\, 2026 / 19:00\, 📍 Riga Jazz Lounge\, Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel\, Elizabetes iela 55\, Riga \nAdmission: Free
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/rigas-ritmi-2026-mike-del-ferro-trio/
LOCATION:Riga Jazz Lounge\, Elizabetes iela 55\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Music & Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260702T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260705T000000
DTSTAMP:20260625T125321Z
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SUMMARY:Riga Contemporary Art Fair
DESCRIPTION:Riga Contemporary returns for its second edition\, bringing together more than 40 galleries and over 100 artists from across Europe\, Asia and North America. Taking place at Hanzas Perons\, the fair offers visitors the chance to explore contemporary art from both emerging and established artists while discovering galleries from the Baltics and around the world. \nAlongside gallery presentations\, the programme includes talks\, discussions and special events featuring artists\, curators and art professionals. \nAdmission: Free with prior registration \n\n📅 July 2–5\, 2026\, 📍 Hanzas Perons\, Hanzas iela 16A\, Riga
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/riga-contemporary-art-fair-2026/
LOCATION:Hanzas Perons\, Hanzas iela 16A\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260702T200000
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DTSTAMP:20260624T162743Z
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SUMMARY:Macchiato XVI Riga - Concert Evening
DESCRIPTION:An evening of live music at Macchiato XVI featuring a duo performance by Inese Bērziņa and Kaspars Eglītis. Visitors can also explore the festival exhibition throughout the evening at RAA.SPACE and Veldze. \nPart of the international Macchiato XVI festival\, the programme combines visual art\, music and creative encounters across eight days in Riga. \nFestival Exhibition Open \n🕗 20:00 Duo Concert by Inese Bērziņa & Kaspars Eglītis \n\n📅 July 2\, 2026\,📍 Veldze\, Matīsa iela 8\, Riga \nAdmission: Festival entry is free. Workshop registration may be required.
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/macchiato-xvi-riga-concert-evening/
LOCATION:Radošā rūpnīca Veldze – Katla māja\, Matīsa iela 8\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260703T190000
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DTSTAMP:20260624T171232Z
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SUMMARY:Macchiato XVI Riga - Closing Party
DESCRIPTION:Macchiato XVI concludes with a closing party featuring performance art\, music and the final chance to experience the festival exhibition at RAA.SPACE and Veldze. \nThe evening begins with a visual scent performance by Sandris Mūriņš\, followed by DJ sets from PJOTR and Iļja Krūmiņš. Flash tattoos by Tatuzis will also be available during the event. \nFestival Exhibition Closing Party \n🕖 19:00 Visual Scent Performance by Sandris Mūriņš \n🕗 20:00 DJ PJOTR \n🕙 22:00 DJ Iļja Krūmiņš \n\n📅 July 3\, 2026\,📍 Veldze\, Matīsa iela 8\, Riga \nAdmission: Festival entry is free. Workshop registration may be required.
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/macchiato-xvi-riga-closing-party/
LOCATION:Radošā rūpnīca Veldze – Katla māja\, Matīsa iela 8\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260704T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260704T235900
DTSTAMP:20260427T121639Z
CREATED:20260621T130025Z
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SUMMARY:Debosch Express 2026 - The Last Soviet Electrotrain
DESCRIPTION:Debosch Express returns for one final run aboard the classic Soviet electrotrain. Line-up to be announced. \n\n📅 July 4\, 2026 📍 Riga Central Station 🎟 Buy tickets on Resident Advisor \nTickets: \n\nEarly bird  €40 (until June 4)\nSecond release  €45 (until July 3)\nFinal release  €50 (July 4)\n\nWristband pickup required by July 3. Instructions sent by email after purchase. \nOrganizer: Platz für Tanz
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/debosch-express-2026-the-last-soviet-electrotrain/
LOCATION:Riga Central Station\, Stacijas laukums 1\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Music & Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260704T230000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260705T000000
DTSTAMP:20260704T113953Z
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SUMMARY:Underground Basement_01 - Poseidons Club
DESCRIPTION:An underground late-night rave at Poseidons Club\, with a downstairs stage and a line-up moving across different electronic sounds without strict genre limits. Free entry\, 18+.\nLine-up: _l3prosy / Stopenvyingothers / Maniken05 / Hi7omori / Rehabdreams / Percoset / Ddavuut \n\n📅 July 4\, 2026 / 23:00\n📍 Klubs Poseidons\, Peldu iela 26-28\, Riga\nAdmission: Free / 18+
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/underground-basement_01-poseidons-club/
LOCATION:Klubs Poseidons\, Peldu iela 26-28\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Music & Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260708T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260809T000000
DTSTAMP:20260707T175948Z
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SUMMARY:International Organ Music Festival - Riga Cathedral
DESCRIPTION:One of Riga’s signature summer music festivals returns to Riga Cathedral\, home to one of Europe’s most celebrated historic organs. Over a month of concerts\, internationally acclaimed organists and guest musicians will perform classical masterpieces alongside contemporary works in the cathedral’s remarkable acoustics. \nWhether you’re a classical music enthusiast or simply looking for a unique cultural experience in Riga\, the festival offers an opportunity to hear one of the city’s most iconic instruments in an unforgettable setting. Concerts take place on selected evenings throughout the festival. \n🎟 Tickets: €15–25\n🌐 Full programme and tickets: doms.lv/en/events \n\n📅 July 8 – August 9\, 2026 / Most concerts at 19:00\, 📍 Venue: Riga Dome Cathedral\, Doma laukums 1
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/international-organ-music-festival-riga-cathedral/
LOCATION:Riga Dome Cathedral\, Doma laukums 1\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260709T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260723T234500
DTSTAMP:20260707T094845Z
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SUMMARY:Bendradarbiai Vol. 5: Abstract Porn – 1983\, Riga
DESCRIPTION:The Lithuanian artist collective Bendradarbiai brings its fifth group exhibition to Riga\, marking its first collaboration with Latvian artists. Despite its provocative title\, Abstract Porn explores the boundaries of contemporary art\, encouraging visitors to rethink the relationship between artwork\, artist and viewer. \nThe exhibition features works by Lithuanian and Latvian contemporary artists and opens on July 9 at 18:00.\nOpening: July 9 at 18:00. \n\n📅 July 9-23\, 2026/ Daily\, 18:00–23:45\n📍 1983\, Vagonu iela 21\, Riga
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/bendradarbiai-vol-5-abstract-porn-1983-riga/
LOCATION:1983\, Vagonu iela 21\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260711T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260711T180000
DTSTAMP:20260707T172610Z
CREATED:20260707T172610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T172610Z
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SUMMARY:SILK ROAD with Rolling Dynamite\, Milo & Maqom - Laska V21
DESCRIPTION:Experience the atmosphere of a Central Asian bazaar for one evening at Laska V21. Expect plov\, regional drinks\, vinyl\, vintage finds\, local makers\, and a market inspired by the flavours and culture of the Silk Road. \nThe evening’s soundtrack comes from Rolling Dynamite\, Milo and Maqom\, bringing music inspired by Central Asia alongside a lively community market. \n\n📅 July 11\, 2026 / 18:00\, 📍 Laska V21\, Riga \nAdmission: Free
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/silk-road-with-rolling-dynamite-milo-maqom-laska-v21/
LOCATION:Laska V21\, Vagonu iela 21\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260711T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260711T220000
DTSTAMP:20260709T141345Z
CREATED:20260709T141345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T141345Z
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SUMMARY:Concert "For My Homeland"
DESCRIPTION:One of Latvia’s largest choral events of the year will bring together more than 200 choirs and over 6\,000 singers at the Mežaparks Great Bandstand. The audience is invited not only to listen but also to sing along during an evening dedicated to the music of legendary Latvian composer Raimonds Pauls. \nThe programme features beloved songs performed by leading Latvian soloists\, choirs and actors\, celebrating Latvia’s rich musical heritage in one of the country’s most iconic open-air venues. After the concert\, the evening continues with a traditional community sing-along open to everyone.\n🎟 Tickets: €35–150 \n\n📅 July 11\, 2026 / 20:00\,📍 Mežaparks Great Bandstand “Silver Grove”\, Ostas prospekts 11\, Riga
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/concert-for-my-homeland/
LOCATION:Mežaparka Lielā estrāde\, Ostas prospekts 11\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Latvijas Festiv%C4%81lu asoci%C4%81cija%2C biedr%C4%ABba":MAILTO:info@manaidzimtenei.lv
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260711T223000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260712T090000
DTSTAMP:20260617T210224Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T210224Z
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SUMMARY:Cosmo Rave - Teritorija Club
DESCRIPTION:On July 11\, Teritorija Club transforms into a retro-futuristic space where vinyl\, immersive visuals and contemporary electronic music come together on the dancefloor. \nAt the centre of the night is Mixmaster Raitis\, one of the pioneers of Latvia’s electronic music scene\, performing a special three-hour vinyl set spanning decades of electronic sound – from cosmic synthesizers and early machine rhythms to the roots of club culture. \nLine-up: \nMixmaster Raitis (3-hour vinyl set)\nAniri Chan\nMax Mancho\nNotwelcome \nThroughout the night\, immersive visuals inspired by retro-futuristic aesthetics and cosmic imagery will accompany the music\, adding another layer to the experience. \n🎟 Tickets\n🌐 technoart.house \n\n📅 July 11\, 2026\,📍 Teritorija Club\, Krišjāņa Barona iela 136\, Riga
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/cosmo-rave-teritorija-club/
LOCATION:Teritorija Club\, Krišjāņa Barona iela 136\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Music & Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260717T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260717T180000
DTSTAMP:20260714T161647Z
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SUMMARY:Kimmel Kvartāla Zaļumballe with Lauris Reiniks and Labvēlīgais Tips
DESCRIPTION:A traditional Latvian summer dance party takes over Kimmel Quarter for one evening\, with live music\, DJs and even a working sauna. The free programme brings together Latvian pop singer Lauris Reiniks\, the band Labvēlīgais Tips and several DJ sets across the venue. \nFor anyone unfamiliar with the tradition\, a zaļumballe is an open-air summer party where people gather to listen\, dance and spend the evening together. This Kimmel Quarter version gives the tradition an urban setting\, with performances continuing into late-night afterparties. \nOne of the more unusual parts of the evening is the sauna programme. Visitors can register for a free lottery at the Koskenkorva tent from 19:00 to 20:00. At 20:50\, 50 winners will be selected to receive a sauna session for two. \nMain programme\n\n18:00: DJ Žanis on the Green Zone stage\n18:00: DJ Lietuvietis in the Industrial Zone\n20:00: Lauris Reiniks\n20:00 to 00:00: Sauna sessions\n21:00: DJ Žanis\n22:00: Labvēlīgais Tips\n\nAfterparty\nThe programme continues from 23:00 with DJ Lietuvietis and DJ Žanis at Cheff Mezze\, while Pupa and Will Sonic play at B2 (Smēde). \n\n📅 July 17\, 2026\, from 18:00\,📍 Kimmel Quarter\, Bruņinieku iela 2\, Riga\nAdmission: Free
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/kimmel-kvartala-zalumballe-with-lauris-reiniks-and-labveligais-tips/
LOCATION:Kimmel kvartāls\, Bruņinieku iela 2\, Riga\, Latvia
CATEGORIES:Music & Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260714T230000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260715T060000
DTSTAMP:20260709T164427Z
CREATED:20260709T164427Z
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SUMMARY:ACID KORPORAT
DESCRIPTION:Evol Records returns to Teritorija Club with ACID KORPORAT – a night dedicated to acid\, techno and experimental electronic music. Two dance floors bring together local and international artists\, each exploring different shades of underground club culture\, from hypnotic acid grooves to raw techno and live electronic performances. \nKnown for its industrial atmosphere and alternative music programme\, Teritorija Club provides the perfect setting for an all-night event focused on analogue sound\, immersive rhythms and the energy of Riga’s independent electronic scene. \nAdmission: 18+ \n\n📅 August 14-15\, 2026 / 23:00 – 06:00\,📍 Teritorija Club\, Krišjāņa Barona iela 136\, Riga
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/acid-korporat/
LOCATION:Teritorija Club\, Krišjāņa Barona iela 136\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Music & Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260715T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260715T230000
DTSTAMP:20260714T190159Z
CREATED:20260714T190145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T190159Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Concert at Lastādija: Accordion Monster and DJ Sets
DESCRIPTION:An informal Wednesday evening at Lastādija with experimental accordion music and eclectic DJ sets. The programme includes Accordion Monster\, Up Doll Beats\, and a back-to-back set from DJ KaijaLido and DJ Egle. \nThe garden will also have pizza\, a bar\, board games and outdoor games. Covered terraces are available in case of rain. \n\n📅 July 15\, 2026 / 17:00 to 23:00\, 📍 Mans rajons – Lastādija\, Vilhelma Purvīša iela 15\, Riga\nAdmission: Donations for the artists and sound equipment
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/wednesday-concert-at-lastadija-accordion-monster-and-dj-sets/
LOCATION:Mans rajons – Lastādija\, Vilhelma Purvīša iela 15\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Music & Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260716T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260716T220000
DTSTAMP:20260714T202602Z
CREATED:20260714T202602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T202602Z
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SUMMARY:EYRE LLEW (UK) at Kimmel Quarter
DESCRIPTION:Nottingham ambient-rock trio EYRE LLEW bring their atmospheric\, slow-building sound to Kimmel Kvartāls for a free concert presented with Riga Music Week. \nThe band combines ethereal vocals\, textured guitars and cinematic post-rock. Their international performances have included the John Peel Stage at Glastonbury\, while since 2017 they have played more than 30 concerts and festival shows across the Baltic States. The Riga concert comes ahead of their second album Bloom\, due for release in September 2026. \n\n📅 July 16\, 2026 / 20:00 to 22:00\, 📍 Kimmel Kvartāls\, Bruņinieku iela 2\, Riga\nAdmission: Free
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/eyre-llew-uk-at-kimmel-quarter/
LOCATION:Kimmel kvartāls\, Bruņinieku iela 2\, Riga\, Latvia
CATEGORIES:Music & Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260716T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260716T230000
DTSTAMP:20260710T075044Z
CREATED:20260709T183000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T075044Z
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SUMMARY:Pakistani Classical Vocalist Muslim Shaggan
DESCRIPTION:One of Pakistan’s leading classical vocalists\, Muslim Shaggan\, brings the rich traditions of Hindustani music to Riga for an intimate concert at 1983. Trained from childhood in a centuries-old musical tradition\, Shaggan combines exceptional vocal technique with a repertoire that spans classical\, folk and contemporary South Asian music. \nPresented as part of the “1–2 Cauri!” concert series by Skaņu Mežs\, the performance offers a rare opportunity to experience one of today’s most respected voices in Pakistani classical music in an intimate venue. \n🎟 Tickets: €8 in advance / €10 at the door \n\n📅 July 16\, 2026 / 20:00–23:00\, 📍 1983\, Vagonu iela 21\, Riga
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/pakistani-classical-vocalist-muslim-shaggan/
LOCATION:1983\, Vagonu iela 21\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="SKA%C5%85U ME%C5%BDS":MAILTO:viestarts@skanumezs.lv
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260717T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260717T210000
DTSTAMP:20260709T142606Z
CREATED:20260709T142606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T142606Z
UID:949-1784314800-1784322000@expatslatvia.com
SUMMARY:Solo Recital by Mūza Rubackytė
DESCRIPTION:Internationally acclaimed pianist Mūza Rubackytė performs her only solo concert in Latvia at the historic House of the Blackheads. Recognised as one of today’s leading interpreters of Franz Liszt’s music\, the Lithuania-born\, Paris-based pianist will present a programme featuring works by Chopin\, Liszt\, Debussy and Čiurlionis. \nThis concert offers a rare opportunity to experience a world-class pianist in one of Riga’s most iconic historic venues\, making it an excellent choice for both classical music enthusiasts and anyone looking to discover Latvia’s rich cultural scene. \n🎟 Tickets: €27–55 \n\n📅 July 17\, 2026 / 19:00\,📍 House of the Blackheads\, Rātslaukums 7\, Riga
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/solo-recital-by-muza-rubackyte/
LOCATION:House of the Blackheads\, Rātslaukums 7\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260718T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260718T223000
DTSTAMP:20260709T204415Z
CREATED:20260709T204415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T204415Z
UID:950-1784408400-1784413800@expatslatvia.com
SUMMARY:Emily D'Angelo: Pleasantly Haunted - World Premiere
DESCRIPTION:One of the world’s leading young mezzo-sopranos\, Canadian singer Emily D’Angelo\, comes to Riga for the world premiere of her new programme\, Pleasantly Haunted. Created especially for this project\, the performance brings together medieval melodies\, folk traditions\, contemporary songwriting and new arrangements performed by an international chamber ensemble. \nPresented at Hanzas Perons\, the concert offers a rare opportunity to experience a brand-new production before it appears on international stages. The programme features outstanding Latvian and international musicians\, highlighting Emily D’Angelo’s passion for chamber music and innovative collaborations beyond the traditional opera repertoire. \n🎟 Tickets: €55–85 \n\n📅 July 18\, 2026 / 21:00\,📍 Hanzas Perons\, Hanzas iela 16a
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/emily-dangelo-pleasantly-haunted-world-premiere/
LOCATION:Hanzas Perons\, Hanzas iela 16A\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260724T220000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260724T220000
DTSTAMP:20260707T093336Z
CREATED:20260707T091026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T093336Z
UID:1134-1784930400-1784930400@expatslatvia.com
SUMMARY:UNDER Festival 2026 - Nights at SPĒLĒT
DESCRIPTION:Two nights of electronic music spanning hypnotic techno\, experimental live performance and hardware sets. Friday features Rene Wise\, Saturday is headlined by Lady Starlight with a hardware-based live set and Marcus L presenting a rare tape performance. Part of UNDER Festival 2026.\nLine-up:\nLady Starlight (US) / Rene Wise (UK) / Marcus L (KR) / Giuseppe Amodeo (IT) / UZAY (TR) / Berlin Bunny & Eyes Dice (DE) / Javel (LT/NO) / Ksenia Kamikaza + more TBA\n🎟 Tickets on Resident Advisor – Early bird €20 / Regular €30 / Final €40 \n\n📅 July 24-25\, 2026 / from 22:00\n📍 SPĒLĒT\, Brīvības iela 96a\, Riga
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/under-festival-2026-nights-at-spelet/
LOCATION:SPELET CONCERT HALL\, Brīvības iela 96a\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Music & Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260724T220000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260725T040000
DTSTAMP:20260722T110214Z
CREATED:20260722T110214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T110214Z
UID:1278-1784930400-1784952000@expatslatvia.com
SUMMARY:Alex Savage: Night Electronic at Laska V21
DESCRIPTION:Alex Savage is difficult to place in one genre\, and that is the point. The Kyiv-based DJ and producer came to electronic music through punk metal and rap\, later becoming a resident of Kyiv club Closer and co-founder of the Progressive Future label. \nHis set at Laska V21 will move through acid house\, electro\, broken rhythms and hypnotic basslines rather than stay in one predictable lane. For anyone curious about the Ukrainian underground scene\, this is a chance to hear one of its long-running selectors in a relatively small Riga venue. \nLocal support comes from Diidars\, Laiva Maikule and Manav/draugu. \n🎟 Tickets on Resident Advisor \n\n📅 July 24\, 2026 / 22:00 to 04:00\, 📍 Laska V21\, Vagonu iela 21\, Riga\nAdmission: €10 to €25 / 18+
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/alex-savage-night-electronic-at-laska-v21/
LOCATION:Laska V21\, Vagonu iela 21\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Music & Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260725T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260725T150000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145542Z
CREATED:20260722T145542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T145542Z
UID:1289-1784977200-1784991600@expatslatvia.com
SUMMARY:Slow Reading Club: July 25
DESCRIPTION:The first Slow Reading Club session at Veldze offers a quiet Saturday morning away from screens. The exhibition reading room contains a selection of contemporary artist books in English exploring intangible cultural heritage\, climate change and resilience. \nVisitors can choose a book from the reading room or bring their own. There will also be space to share thoughts and talk with others in English or Latvian. Coffee from Aura will be available. \nThis is the first meeting in a weekly series continuing every Saturday until August 29. The club is curated by Katrīna Marta Riņķe in collaboration with ISSP and entropy.press. \n\n📅 July 25\, 2026 / 11:00 to 15:00\, 📍 Radošā rūpnīca Veldze\, Bruņinieku iela 25\, Riga\nAdmission: Free
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/slow-reading-club-riga-july-25-2026/
LOCATION:Radošā rūpnīca Veldze – Katla māja\, Matīsa iela 8\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="ISSP":MAILTO:office@issp.lv
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260725T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260726T060000
DTSTAMP:20260722T120744Z
CREATED:20260722T120744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T120744Z
UID:1281-1785002400-1785045600@expatslatvia.com
SUMMARY:MICRONICA x Fidull
DESCRIPTION:MICRONICA hosts a 12-hour house and minimal session at Kaņepes Kultūras Centrs\, with Liro and Robert Dobak from Budapest’s Fidull joining the line-up. \nThe evening starts on the terrace with a live set by Aldee\, followed by Adroit and Deep District. After sunset\, the event moves indoors\, where Liro\, Robert Dobak\, D I N and iOAN continue until morning. \nIt is a good option for anyone curious about Riga’s smaller underground electronic scene\, with an early outdoor session and a full night inside for those who want to stay longer. \n\n📅 July 25\, 2026 / 18:00 to 06:00\, 📍 Kaņepes Kultūras Centrs\, Skolas iela 15\, Riga\nAdmission: €7 at the door\nAge restriction: 21+
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/micronica-x-fidull/
LOCATION:Kaņepes Kultūras centrs\, Skolas iela 15\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Music & Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260725T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260727T000000
DTSTAMP:20260707T090108Z
CREATED:20260707T090108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T090108Z
UID:1092-1785002400-1785110400@expatslatvia.com
SUMMARY:UNDER Festival 2026 - Daytime Programme at Zefīrs
DESCRIPTION:Vinyl sessions\, artist talks and workshops hosted by Latvian instrument manufacturers Erica Synths and Gamechanger Audio\, with discussions curated by Keyi Magazine (Germany) and Ghost International Community (Norway). Part of UNDER Festival 2026.\nLine-up:\nMixmaster Raitis / Dorrada / Max Mancho / MDNS / Heincha / Esoniq / Ze Ivarzz / Waxid + more TBA\n🎟 Tickets on Resident Advisor – Early bird €20 / Regular €30 / Final €40 \n\n📅 July 25-26\, 2026 / from 18:00\n📍 Zefīrs\, Sporta iela 2\, Riga
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/under-festival-2026-daytime-programme-at-zefirs/
LOCATION:Zefīrs\, Sporta iela 2\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Music & Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260728T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260728T190000
DTSTAMP:20260722T200406Z
CREATED:20260722T200406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T200406Z
UID:1308-1785265200-1785265200@expatslatvia.com
SUMMARY:Resonance Residence: Mosquito Farm and Gareth Byrne
DESCRIPTION:What happens when computer fans\, bellows and singing biscuit tins become musical instruments? UK duo Mosquito Farm create noisy\, physical performances using handmade instruments and repurposed mechanical\, electronic and acoustic devices. Their work is energetic\, deliberately unstable and often seems close to falling apart. \nDuring their July residency in Riga\, artists Maddie Banwell and Grace Black have been building new mechanically powered and breath-driven instruments\, including reed instruments\, bellows and novelty singing biscuit tins. They have also been developing new performance ideas that bring movement\, dance and the human body into their unpredictable sound experiments. \nThe evening will also feature analogue film loops created by Irish moving-image artist Gareth Byrne. Working with optical printing\, darkroom processes and found materials\, Byrne explores rhythm\, repetition and the physical qualities of analogue film. The material developed in Riga will later contribute to a live performance with long-term musical collaborator Sour Blood. \nThis event presents work created during the artists’ residency at Baltic Analog Lab. Expect an intimate experimental art evening combining sound\, machines\, movement and analogue film\, rather than a conventional concert or film screening. The event is organised by Baltic Analog Lab and festival Skaņu mežs and will be held in English. \n\n📅 July 28\, 2026 / 19:00\, 📍 Baltic Analog Lab\, second-floor residency rooms\, Lienes iela 19a\, Riga\nAdmission: Free\nDrinks: Available for donations
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/resonance-residence-mosquito-farm-and-gareth-byrne/
LOCATION:Baltic Analog Lab\, Lienes iela 19a\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Baltic Analog Lab":MAILTO:balticanaloglab@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260729T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260729T213000
DTSTAMP:20260713T192717Z
CREATED:20260713T192717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T192717Z
UID:1204-1785346200-1785360600@expatslatvia.com
SUMMARY:HOROS Festival - Dance Masterclasses at Hanzas Perons
DESCRIPTION:Three dance masterclasses open to professionals and anyone interested in movement\, with no previous experience required. All sessions will be held in English as part of the HOROS contemporary dance festival. \nTools for Tinkering – Erik Eriksson (SE) / 17:30–18:30\nStructured improvisation based on developmental movement patterns\, exploring different levels of intensity\, range and complexity. \nVērpete Workshop – Erik Eriksson and Krišjānis Sants (SE/LV) / 18:40–19:40\nMovement material from the performance Vērpete\, adapted to participants’ abilities and focusing on spinning\, balance in pairs\, mutual attention and trust. \nLindy Hop – Salka Ardal Rosengren (SE) / 20:00–21:30\nAn introduction to lindy hop from a contemporary dance perspective\, with rotating partners and exercises in leading\, following\, listening and playful response. \nBring comfortable clothes and dance shoes with soles that do not stick to the floor. \nParticipation: Free with a ticket to any HOROS performance on July 30 or 31. Otherwise\, €10 covering all three masterclasses\, payable in cash at the venue. \nRegistration required by July 24 or until all places are filled. \n🔗 Registration form \n\n📅 July 29\, 2026 / 17:30 – 21:30\,📍 Hanzas Perons\, Hanzas iela 16A\, Riga
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/horos-festival-dance-masterclasses-at-hanzas-perons/
LOCATION:Hanzas Perons\, Hanzas iela 16A\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Education & Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260729T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260729T200000
DTSTAMP:20260714T124224Z
CREATED:20260714T120144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T124224Z
UID:1213-1785355200-1785355200@expatslatvia.com
SUMMARY:International Trombone Festival: Liepāja Symphony Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:The Liepāja Symphony Orchestra opens the International Trombone Festival with Swedish trombonist and conductor Christian Lindberg. Trombonists Line Johannesen and Sophie Bright appear as soloists. \nThis concert is part of International Trombone Festival 2026\, a four-day programme of performances and professional events taking place in Riga. \n🌐 Festival concert programme\n🎟 Tickets on Biļešu Paradīze \n\n📅 July 29\, 2026 / 20:00\n📍 Riga Latvian Society House\, Merķeļa iela 13\, Riga\nAdmission: From €20 \nOther festival concerts\n\nTrombone and Organ at Riga Cathedral\nLatvian National Guard Orchestra\nOrchestra RIGA\nLatvian Radio Big Band with Marshall Gilkes
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/international-trombone-festival-liepaja-symphony-orchestra/
LOCATION:Riga Latvian Society House\, Merķeļa iela 13\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260730T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260730T220000
DTSTAMP:20260722T203016Z
CREATED:20260723T072847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T203016Z
UID:1311-1785434400-1785448800@expatslatvia.com
SUMMARY:Riga Last Thursdays: Gallery Evening on July 30
DESCRIPTION:Riga Last Thursdays turns an ordinary Thursday evening into a self-guided walk through the city’s contemporary art scene. Galleries\, museums and independent art spaces across Riga will remain open from 18:00 to 22:00\, giving visitors time to explore current exhibitions and meet some of the artists and curators behind them. \nThere is no single starting point or fixed route. Choose a few spaces that interest you\, build your own walk and join at any time during the evening. It is a practical way to discover smaller galleries and project spaces that can be easy to miss\, especially if you are new to Riga. \nThe July edition includes established institutions\, artist-run spaces\, photography and media art galleries\, pop-up projects and the RSU Anatomy Museum. Programmes vary between locations and may include exhibition openings\, curator-led tours\, conversations\, performances and other special events. \nParticipating art spaces\n\n427\nTUR\nASNI\nISSP Gallery\nDOM\nKim?\nDUUJA\nSMILGA\nRIXC\nGallery Jēkabs\nPart Time Gallery\nGrataJJ / MuseumLV\nRSU Anatomy Museum\nRiga Contemporary Art Space\nLatvian Centre for Contemporary Art (LCCA)\nVeldze Pop-up Gallery “Lielās noliktavas”\nM/Gallery\n\nYou do not need to visit every location. Check the current programme before leaving and select a route that fits your interests and available time. \n🌐 Current programme and route updates \n\n📅 July 30\, 2026 / 18:00 to 22:00\, 📍 Various art spaces across Riga\nAdmission: Free
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/riga-last-thursdays-gallery-evening-july-30-2026/
LOCATION:Various art spaces across Riga\, Riga\, Riga\, Latvia
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260730T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Riga:20260730T200000
DTSTAMP:20260714T124013Z
CREATED:20260714T120656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T124013Z
UID:1217-1785441600-1785441600@expatslatvia.com
SUMMARY:International Trombone Festival: Trombone and Organ at Riga Cathedral
DESCRIPTION:Italian trombonist Peter Steiner and Austrian organist and pianist Constanze Hochwartner perform a programme for trombone and organ at Riga Cathedral. \nThe concert is part of International Trombone Festival 2026 and the 39th International Organ Music Festival RĪGAS DOMS 2026. \n🌐 Festival concert programme\n🎟 Tickets on Biļešu Paradīze \n\n📅 July 30\, 2026 / 20:00\n📍 Riga Cathedral\, Herdera laukums 6\, Riga\nAdmission: From €15 \nOther festival concerts\n\nLiepāja Symphony Orchestra\nLatvian National Guard Orchestra\nOrchestra RIGA\nLatvian Radio Big Band with Marshall Gilkes
URL:https://expatslatvia.com/event/international-trombone-festival-trombone-and-organ-at-riga-cathedral/
LOCATION:Riga Dome Cathedral\, Doma laukums 1\, Rīga
CATEGORIES:Culture & Arts
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