Events

Science Center VIZIUM

Science Center VIZIUM science show “Where There's Smoke, There's Fire”

An old Latvian saying goes - where there's smoke, there's bound to be fire. In this science show, viewers are welcomed into a black laboratory, where clouds of white smoke, flames, sparks and surprising experiments step by step reveal...

Science Center VIZIUM

Science Center VIZIUM Science Show “Superpowers Laboratory”

Are superpowers only in comics and movies? “Superpowers Lab” is an exciting and visually impressive science show in which the seemingly impossible becomes visible before the eyes of the audience. During the show, strength, speed, light, energy and movement are transformed into amazing...

Livonian Order Castle

The museum inspires! Musica hortus / Garden concert

The Music Box Player under the Chestnuts - listen and try to operate the music box in the castle courtyard. Buy a museum ticket and listen to a mini-concert of a historical musical instrument!

H.Dorbe Memorial Museum

Museum inspires “Local History Lesson”

Ventspils industrial enterprises after World War II in photographs and memories. Free admission.

Concert Hall "Latvia"

Tour of the Concert Hall "Latvija"

Concert Hall "Latvija" offers guided tours of the building, taking a closer look at both the rooms available to spectators on a daily basis and their backstage areas, and learning a lot of interesting things about the history of the concert hall, the secrets of the building, its furnishings, unique instruments and extensive facilities....

Restaurant "Revez"

Ventspils Groove 2026 | E-BOP

We invite you to Ventspils Groove 2026 | E-BOP August 20th at 7:00 PM Restaurant “Revez” The E-BOP project is an electric tribute to bebop – a modern interpretation of the jazz bebop tradition, where Thelonious Monk, Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Bud Powell, Charles...

Ventspils market

Expanded trade at Ventspils Old Town Market

At the Ventspils market you can buy meat, fish, dairy products, vegetables, flowers, plants, berries.

OC "Ventspils" ice rink, Sporta Street 7/9

23rd International Curling Tournament “Ventspils Cup 2026”

23rd international curling tournament "Ventspils Cup 2026". Free admission.

Livonian Order Castle

The museum inspires! Aqua vitae / Water of Life

Come and enjoy a power infusion made according to medieval recipes and receive an ancient recipe to take home! Admission with museum entrance ticket.

Square near the Ventspils Main Library

Friday evening walking activities with the make-a-thek bus

The Make-a-thek bus will visit Latvian libraries, inviting people to explore textile heritage, the circular economy and co-creation opportunities. On August 21, from 5:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. in the square near Ventspils, the Make-a-thek bus will visit the main libraries. The program consists of the Transcity Clothes Swap...

Ventspils Old Town

Friday evening walk in the "Old Town"

FRIDAY EVENING WALK IN THE “OLD CITY” August 21 from 5:00 PM–12:00 PM This year, the Friday Evening Walk is getting a new lease of life, moving for the first time to the historical center of Ventspils – Pils Street, on the route from Rātslaukums to the intersection of Ostas Street. Let's discover...

Opposite Kino Rio

Ventspils Groove 2026 | Concert of festival participants

We invite you to “Ventspils Groove 2026” | Concert of festival participants On August 21, the closing day of the “Ventspils Groove 2026” festival, the festival will complement the Friday evening walking program, inviting everyone to enjoy the performance of young musicians at an open-air concert in the very heart of Ventspils city...

Square near the Ventspils Main Library

Friday evening walk creative activity “Journey through the world of the film “The Misdeeds of Emil””

On August 21 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., in honor of the 85th anniversary of composer Imants Kalniņš, we invite you to go on an exciting journey through the world of the legendary film “Emīla nedarbi”. Visitors will be treated to various tasks, games and creative activities that will allow you to immerse yourself in both...

Square near the Ventspils Main Library

Friday evening walk creative workshop “Cat's Paw Boulevard”

On August 21st from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, we invite you to the creative workshop "Cat Paw Boulevard". We will make finger puppets of cats and other animals from various materials to perform our own theater performance.

Square near the Ventspils Main Library

Friday evening walking field workshop “Theatre in a Box”

We invite you to the Friday Evening Walk field workshop “Theatre in a Box”, where everyone will be able to create their own little theater world. See you!

Livonian Order Castle

Friday evening walk at the Livonian Order Castle

18.00-21.00 Medieval games and Ebru art workshops will allow visitors to explore the historical environment through interactive activities, combining ancient traditions with creative work. The activities of the archery club "Odisejs" will provide families with the opportunity to test their accuracy and agility while engaging in safe...

House of Crafts

Friday evening walk at the Crafts House

18.00-22.00 Photo Club Moments exhibition "Priekškars" 20.30-21.30 Ziru Amateur Theatre "Vērmeles" "Treasures" (V.Petruševica) Free admission.

Opposite Kino Rio

Ventspils Groove 2026 | Jazz Room: Ventspils

We invite you to “Ventspils Groove 2026” | Jazz Room: Ventspils August 21st At 7:00 PM Stage opposite the Rio Cinema On August 21st, on the closing day of the festival “Ventspils Groove 2026”, the concert program “Jazz Room: Ventspils” will complement the Friday evening walking program,...

Al-Ra Cafe

Live music evening at Al-Ra

On August 21st from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM, the AL-RĒ Café will offer evening walkers a dinner accompanied by live saxophone music. The evening program includes a meal and a saxophone performance, complementing the walking route.

VIETA, KUR būt.

Sunset music evening with Gintas Smuko

The summer concert series "Sunset Music Evenings '26" continues with another special meeting by the sea. On August 21st at 20:00 PM at the beach cultural venue "A PLACE TO BE." we invite you to enjoy the sunset and a musical evening with Gintas Smuko. Gintas Smukais...

Opposite Kino Rio

Ventspils Groove 2026 | Summer Stop pt.2

We invite you to “Ventspils Groove 2026” | We Stop for Summer pt. 2 August 21st At 8:30 PM Stage opposite Kino Rio On August 21st, on the closing day of the festival “Ventspils Groove 2026”, the concert program “We Stop for Summer pt. 2” will complement the Friday evening walking program, inviting listeners to a special evening...

Opposite Kino Rio

Ventspils Groove 2026 | Closing Jam Session

We invite you to “Ventspils Groove 2026” | Closing jam session August 21st at 10:00 PM Stage opposite Kino Rio On the evening of August 21st at 10:00 PM, the “Ventspils Groove 2026” festival will close with a traditional jam session, which will complement the Friday evening walk program and invite everyone...

Silrak Cocktail Bar & Nightclub

Summer season closing concert SILRAK

On August 21, we will close the summer season with a special open-air concert, featuring one of the most prominent Latvian hip-hop artists – OZOLS. DJ PM2AM and DJ ALE.MAR will provide the musical atmosphere throughout the evening. In gratitude to the visitors for their active...

Ventspils market

Expanded trade at Ventspils Old Town Market

At the Ventspils market you can buy meat, fish, dairy products, vegetables, flowers, plants, berries.

Gāliņciems Library

Yoga at the Gāliņciems Library

We invite you to participate in a yoga class led by Elīna Siliņa. Yoga will take place every Wednesday from 5:45 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. at the Gāliņciems library. Yoga classes are open to everyone - both beginners and those who already practice...

Olympic Center "Ventspils" Basketball Hall

Ventspils Sports School “Spars” Open House

Perkonu Street 13, Ventspils

Latvian Youth Archery Championship 2026

Latvian Youth Archery Championship 2026. Free admission.

OC "Ventspils" ice rink, Sporta Street 7/9

23rd international curling tournament “Ventspils Cup 2026”

23rd international curling tournament "Ventspils Cup 2026". Free admission.

Gāliņciems Library

Leather bracelet painting workshop at Gāliņciems Library

On August 22nd at 11:00 a.m., a leather bracelet painting workshop for mothers and daughters will be held at the Gāliņciems Library. The creative workshop will be led by Santa Dalbe. Mothers with daughters, as well as other interested parties, are invited to participate. The preferred age of participants is from 10 years and adults....

House of Crafts

The museum inspires “Creative Saturday”

Fabric printing with screen printing. Bring a T-shirt or cloth bag. Admission with museum tickets.

Seaside Open-Air Museum

The museum inspires – Feel at home!

At the mill - How do you grind grain with stones? At the Livonian house - Bring water with a bear! At the Kaugeri farm - Let's walk with crutches! Kaugeri farm - Feed the rabbits and sheep! Smiltnieki house - Separate the white beans from the...

Seaside Open-Air Museum

Flax Day

At 1:00 p.m., museum gardener Loerts Krasņickis will introduce the flax grown in the garden and provide insight into flax cultivation and care. Families will enjoy washing linen towels, jumping in sacks, mending linen fabric, and riding horses from Asnate JSK...

Puze, Glasses

Harvest festival in Stikli village

On August 22nd from 1:00 p.m., the Harvest Festival will take place in Stiklu Village. Ugāle drama performance - A. Grīniece's "Flower Breakfast", weaving of a large flower wreath, cooking soup and an exhibition of preserved foods. Admission is free.

Livonian Order Castle

The museum inspires! Musica brevis / Short concert

A mini-concert of a historical pianola (1927) or polyphone (19th century) in the castle chapel. Buy a museum ticket and listen to a mini-concert of a historical musical instrument!

Ugāle Evangelical Lutheran Church

Sacred Music Festival “From Baroque to the Present” concert “Rejoice, All the Earths!”

On Saturday, August 22 at 4:00 p.m., listeners are cordially invited to the 5th Ventspils Regional Sacred Music Festival From Baroque to Modern Times concert, Rejoice, All the Earths. The cornerstones of the concert program are two remarkable compositions by the great spirit of Baroque music, JS Bach:...

Al-Ra Cafe

Brazilian evening at Al-Ra

On August 22, the AL-RĒ restaurant will host a Brazilian evening, during which visitors will have the opportunity to get to know the taste and cultural atmosphere of Brazilian cuisine. Specially prepared Brazilian dishes and drinks will be available during the event, while the musical program will be provided by Brazilian...

OC "Ventspils" ice rink, Sporta Street 7/9

23rd international curling tournament “Ventspils Cup 2026”

23rd international curling tournament "Ventspils Cup 2026". Free admission.

Perkonu Street 13, Ventspils

Latvian Youth Archery Championship 2026

Latvian Youth Archery Championship 2026. Free admission.

Ventspils Children's Town

Event for families with children at Children's Town

On August 23 at 11:00, an event for families with children will take place in the Children's Town in cooperation with the Nature Conservation Board. The Mobile Nature Class will participate in it, where families with children will have the opportunity to get acquainted with the ecosystems characteristic of Latvia and the flora in them...

Children's town

Event for families with children at Children's Town

On August 23 at 11:00, an event for families with children will take place at the Children's Town in cooperation with the Nature Conservation Board. The Mobile Nature Class will participate, where families with children will have the opportunity to get acquainted with the ecosystems characteristic of Latvia and the flora and fauna in them.

Seaside Open-Air Museum

The museum inspires – Feel at home!

At the mill - How do you grind grain with stones? At the Livonian house - Bring water with a bear! At the Kaugeri farm - Let's walk with crutches! Kaugeri farm - Feed the rabbits and sheep! Smiltnieki house - Separate the white beans from the...

Parventa Sports Complex, Targales Street 5b

Taekwondo and kickboxing festival “MARTIAL ARTS FESTIVAL”

Taekwondo and kickboxing festival "MARTIAL ARTS FESTIVAL". Free admission.

Livonian Order Castle

The museum inspires! Musica brevis / Short concert

A mini-concert of a historical pianola (1927) or polyphone (19th century) in the castle chapel. Buy a museum ticket and listen to a mini-concert of a historical musical instrument!

Dock Cemetery

Graveside celebration at Doku Cemetery

On August 23rd at 1:30 p.m., the Graveside Festival will take place at the Doku Cemetery.

Children's park "Fantasy"

Event for families with children at the children's park "Fantasy"

On August 23 at 3:00 p.m., an event for families with children will take place in the children's park "Fantāzija" in cooperation with the Nature Conservation Board. The Mobile Nature Class will participate, where families with children will have the opportunity to get acquainted with the ecosystems characteristic of Latvia and the flora in them...

Forest cemetery

Graveside celebration at the Forest Cemetery

On August 23rd at 3:30 p.m., the Grave Festival will take place at the Forest Cemetery.

Concert Hall "Latvia"

Tour of the Concert Hall "Latvija"

Concert Hall "Latvija" offers guided tours of the building, taking a closer look at both the rooms available to spectators on a daily basis and their backstage areas, and learning a lot of interesting things about the history of the concert hall, the secrets of the building, its furnishings, unique instruments and extensive facilities....

Science Center VIZIUM

Technology Club and Adult Education Fair

Ventspils Digital Centre will organize an education fair, where everyone interested will have the opportunity to learn more about the new group season, as well as about training opportunities and current events in adult education. The event will take place in an open atmosphere in the foyer of the VIZIUM science centre...

Children's library

Finger crafts “Under the waves of the sea…” at the Children's Library

On August 26th at 12:00, the Children's Library will host a finger arts activity "Under the Sea Waves...". Let's make a paper aquarium. See you!  

Children's library

Lesson with dogs “Color Play” at the Children's Library

We invite you to a lesson with dogs "Color Games" on August 26 at 2:00 p.m. The number of places is limited, register at the Children's Library or by calling 63627361. The lesson is intended for children aged 4-6. Parents do not participate in the lesson. Duration of the lesson -...

Gāliņciems Library

Yoga at the Gāliņciems Library

We invite you to participate in a yoga class led by Elīna Siliņa. Yoga will take place every Wednesday from 5:45 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. at the Gāliņciems library. Yoga classes are open to everyone - both beginners and those who already practice...

Beach cultural venue "A PLACE to be."

BINGO ON THE BEACH

Let yourself be excited, feel the warm sand in your toes and be in the best company! We will provide a great atmosphere and refreshments, but all you have to do is grab your lucky charm and prepare the loudest "BINGO!" voice. Everything you need to know: Every Wednesday,...

Livonian Order Castle

The museum inspires! Musica hortus / Garden concert

The Music Box Player under the Chestnuts - listen and try to operate the music box in the castle courtyard. Buy a museum ticket and listen to a mini-concert of a historical musical instrument!

Concert Hall "Latvia"

Tour of the Concert Hall "Latvija"

Concert Hall "Latvija" offers guided tours of the building, taking a closer look at both the rooms available to spectators on a daily basis and their backstage areas, and learning a lot of interesting things about the history of the concert hall, the secrets of the building, its furnishings, unique instruments and extensive facilities....

Gāliņciems Library

Meditation at the Gāliņciems Library

We invite you to a meditation led by Elīna Siliņa every Thursday at 6:00 PM at the Gāliņciems Library. 📌Anyone interested is welcome. It is recommended to bring your own exercise mat and come in comfortable clothing. You can participate in the class with a donation*. More information: tel. 20061353...

Ventspils market

Expanded trade at Ventspils Old Town Market

At the Ventspils market you can buy meat, fish, dairy products, vegetables, flowers, plants, berries.

Olympic Center "Ventspils" Basketball Hall

Basketball tournament “Spars cup 2026”

Livonian Order Castle

The museum inspires! Aqua vitae / Water of Life

Come and enjoy a power infusion made according to medieval recipes and receive an ancient recipe to take home! Admission with museum entrance ticket.

VIETA, KUR būt.

Sunset music evening with DJ SANDRA

As part of the summer concert series "Sunset Music Evenings '26" on August 28 at 19:00 PM at the beach cultural venue "VIETA, KUR būt.", DJ SANDRIS will provide a great atmosphere. In his sets, DJ SANDRIS combines the energy of house and tech house music with atmospheric,...

Natural concert hall in Jurkalne

Jūrkalne Bonfire Night with Folk Girls

SUMMER FIRE NIGHT IN JURKALNĖ — SIENA RUĶĶU NATURE CONCERT HALL! When summer slowly begins to smell like bonfires, sea breeze and unforgettable evenings… A special place awakens in Jūrkalne again — the Siena RuĶĶu Nature Concert Hall. In a place where nature,...

Reņķa Garden

Ventspils Dog Show 2026

A two-day national all-breed dog show will take place in Ventspils, bringing together participants and dog breeders from Latvia and abroad. Visitors will have the opportunity to observe dogs of various breeds, breed judging in the rings, a young handlers' competition and final competition,...

Ventspils market

Expanded trade at Ventspils Old Town Market

At the Ventspils market you can buy meat, fish, dairy products, vegetables, flowers, plants, berries.

Olympic Center "Ventspils" Basketball Hall

Basketball tournament “Spars cup 2026”

Gāliņciems Library

Yoga at the Gāliņciems Library

We invite you to participate in a yoga class led by Elīna Siliņa. Yoga will take place every Wednesday from 5:45 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. at the Gāliņciems library. Yoga classes are open to everyone - both beginners and those who already practice...

Seaside Open-Air Museum

The museum inspires – Feel at home!

At the mill - How do you grind grain with stones? At the Livonian house - Bring water with a bear! At the Kaugeri farm - Let's walk with crutches! Kaugeri farm - Feed the rabbits and sheep! Smiltnieki house - Separate the white beans from the...

Livonian Order Castle

The museum inspires! Musica brevis / Short concert

A mini-concert of a historical pianola (1927) or polyphone (19th century) in the castle chapel. Buy a museum ticket and listen to a mini-concert of a historical musical instrument!

Staldenze

Night of the Ancient Fire

On the evening of August 29, the Night of Ancient Fire will take place on the Staldzene cliff - a popular cultural and traditional event. From 9:00 p.m., the musical mood of the evening will be created by an electro-acoustic concert by the band “Kautkaili”, but the audiovisual poetry performance “Stāvkrasta stāsti” will feature Livonian...

Puze Forest Park

Green Ball in Puzes Forest Park

On August 29th from 10:00 PM, Zaļumballe – Summer Season Closing will take place in Puze Mežaparks, featuring music by Raivo Kviesis. Entrance fee – 7 euros.

Olympic Center "Ventspils" Basketball Hall

Basketball tournament “Spars cup 2026”

Children's town

Event for families with children “Universe Star Academy” at Children's Town

August 30 at 11:00 an event for families with children in the Children's Town Before the New School Year, children will be delighted by the Circus play "Universe Star Academy". Together with the characters of the Universe, we will prepare for the New School Year in a fun, creative way and with circus wonders. Entrance...

Seaside Open-Air Museum

The museum inspires – Feel at home!

At the mill - How do you grind grain with stones? At the Livonian house - Bring water with a bear! At the Kaugeri farm - Let's walk with crutches! Kaugeri farm - Feed the rabbits and sheep! Smiltnieki house - Separate the white beans from the...

Livonian Order Castle

The museum inspires! Musica brevis / Short concert

A mini-concert of a historical pianola (1927) or polyphone (19th century) in the castle chapel. Buy a museum ticket and listen to a mini-concert of a historical musical instrument!

Children's park "Fantasy"

Event for families with children “Universe Star Academy” at the children's park “Fantasy”

August 30 at 15:00 PM, an event for families with children in the children's park "Fantasy". Children will be delighted before the New School Year with the Circus play "Universe Star Academy". Together with the characters of the Universe, we will prepare for the New School Year in a fun, creative way and with circus miracles....

Targale Elementary School

Summer closing celebration at the Tārgale stage

On August 31st at 4:00 PM, the event “Farewell to the Summer” will take place at the Tārgale stage. The event will include creative workshops, glitter tattoos, balloon folding, soap bubbles, inflatable attractions, and team relay races. The event is free.

Ventspils educational institutions

Knowledge Day events in educational institutions

Curling iron

Orienteering competition "OKZK 2026" competition

Orienteering competition "OKZK 2026" competition.

Ventspils market

Expanded trade at Ventspils Old Town Market

On the traders' tables - seasonal vegetables, fruits, home-grown and prepared autumn delicacies, but all around - conversations, meetings and the special atmosphere of the market.

Seaside Open-Air Museum

Ventspils County Festival

On September 5, the Ventspils Region Festival will ring in autumn, returning to the Ventspils Seaside Open-Air Museum. The event will allow visitors to get to know the diversity and magic of the vast Ventspils Region, offering a rich entertainment program for everyone. Already at 11:00, the doors will open...

OC "Ventspils" stadium, Sporta Street 7/9

Olympic champion D.Kula's international javelin throwing competition "Ventspils Javelin 2026"

Olympic champion D.Kula's international javelin throwing competition "Ventspils Javelin 2026". Free admission.

Ventspils beach volleyball court

Beach volleyball tournament in the Ventspils secondary school group for young men and women 2026

Beach volleyball tournament in the Ventspils secondary school group for boys and girls 2026. Free admission.

Ventspils market

Expanded trade at Ventspils Old Town Market

On the traders' tables - seasonal vegetables, fruits, home-grown and prepared autumn delicacies, but all around - conversations, meetings and the special atmosphere of the market.

Ventspils market

Expanded trade at Ventspils Old Town Market

On the traders' tables - seasonal vegetables, fruits, home-grown and prepared autumn delicacies, but all around - conversations, meetings and the special atmosphere of the market.

Ventspils market

Autumn Fair at the Old Town Market

Autumn is coming to the market with colors, scents and a bountiful harvest! Local farmers, home producers and artisans will meet at the fair, offering seasonal vegetables and fruits, delicacies, autumn gifts and beautiful crafts. Come and enjoy the hustle and bustle of a real autumn market!

Ziras

Mushroom Festival in Zira

Discover the secrets of the mushroom world at the third Ventspils Region Mushroom Festival! Creative activities: - dyeing yarn with mushroom colors; - making paper from mushrooms; - making plaster casts with nature motifs; - mushroom costume parade; - mushroom basket exhibition; - shiitake mushroom...

Concert Hall "LATVIA"

Venda – 50th Grand Concert

Fifty years in the Latvian choral music landscape is a story of perseverance, growth and the ability to preserve its sound through generations. This fall, the Ventspils Culture Center women's choir "Venda" will celebrate its significant anniversary, inviting listeners to the anniversary concert "Venda -...

Children's town and children's park "Fantasy"

Father's Day at the children's town and children's park "Fantāzija"

Ventspils - various places

Poetry Days

Restaurant "Royal Goose"

Erudition game series "MIND ROCK AND ROLL"

MIND ROCK AND ROLL is coming to Ventspils – a new cycle of erudition games begins. This fall, Ventspils will have a new opportunity to spend evenings in the company of friends, colleagues and like-minded people – for the first time, the MIND ROCK AND ROLL erudition game for teams will take place in the city. The first game...

Ventspils 3×3 basketball courts (Ventspils, Brīvības Street 14)

3×3 basketball tournament in the Ventspils secondary school group for youth 2026

3x3 basketball tournament for Ventspils secondary school group for youth 2026. Free admission.

Staircase

Orienteering competition "OKZK 2026" competition

Orienteering competition "OKZK 2026" competition.

Parventa Library

Poetry Days Chamber Concert "Call" at the Pārventa Library

We invite you to the chamber concert "Invitation" by Aleksandrs Spitsbergs and Vladimir Kudrin on September 20 at 4:00 PM at the Pārventa Library. The concert is dedicated to the Poetry Days. Ticket price is 18 EUR. The concert is held with the support of the Ventspils City Municipality.

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

Concert performance “Ritchie Roo at the Farm”

A musical adventure for the whole family! How do the residents of a farm live? Who wakes everyone up in the morning? And what surprises await on the farm? The curious bear Richie Roo goes on a new adventure, where he meets the cheerful fox Rosalind, who...

Parventa Sports Complex, Targales Street 5b

Men's volleyball competition "Ventspils Cup 2026"

Men's volleyball competition "Ventspils Cup 2026". Free admission.

Concert Hall "LATVIA"

Orions. Elza Siliņa & Liepāja Symphony Orchestra

An evening where youthful energy, starry skies and compositions that continue to inspire listeners around the world will come together. Latvia's new generation violinist Elza Siliņa, together with the Liepāja Symphony Orchestra and conductor Guntis Kuzma, will perform one of the most beautiful...

Užava

Fish Festival in Užava

On September 27th from 12:00, the Fish Market will take place in the green area and on the stage of the Užava Meeting House. This year, visitors will also be delighted by a rich market and a diverse cultural program.

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

The comedy show “Mazpilsāta 2. Will there be a wedding?”

Latgale playwright Danskovīte (Anita Ločmele) and director Juris Rijnieks will confidently lead actors Zani Daudziņu, Aldi Siliņu, Elīna Vāne and Jānis Skāne on further intriguing adventures, because in the new season they will also be joined by a NEW character! When it seems that...

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

Liepāja Theatre performance “Dawn in the Evenings”

Cast: Rolands Beķeris, Mārtiņš Kalita, Kaspars Kārkliņš, Inese Kučinska, Agnese Jēkabsone, Gatis Maliks, Kaspars Gods or Sandis Pēcis, Agnija Dreimane, Edgars Ozoliņš, Anda Albuže, Hugo Puriņš, Madara Kalna. A tired investigator reluctantly takes on the most difficult case of his career and is assigned to investigate a murder in a small village - Vakaris....

Parventa Library

Opening of the exhibition of the best photos of Ventspils 2026 at the Pārventa Library

Parventa (Barracks Square)

Orienteering competition "OKZK 2026" competition

Orienteering competition "OKZK 2026" competition.

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

Latvian Puppet Theatre performance “Oskars and Things”

Director Paula Pļavniece Cast: Artūrs Putniņš, Santa Didžus, Anna Klišāne, Krists Jēkabsons, Rūdolfs Apse Summer in his grandmother's fields seems like an eternity to Oskar, but he is saved from boredom by a wooden telephone he made himself, which allows him to talk to things. It turns out...

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

Mika Galvanovskis' concert tour concert "Ballad about Letiņa"

Rock musician Miks Galvanovskis returns to the audience at the end of this year with an ambitious concert tour – “Balāde par Letiņu”! After his first concert tour, with mostly sold-out concerts in 6 Latvian cities, Miks will also be performing in October and November of this year...

Ventspils market

Pumpkin Festival in the Old Town Market Square

Concert Hall "LATVIA"

Kristīne Opolais. Solo concert in Ventspils

Kristīne Opolais - one of the brightest personalities of Latvian opera art in the world will visit Ventspils with a long-awaited solo concert. The concert program will feature the brightest roles of the lyrical and dramatic soprano, revealing the power of the artist's voice, emotional depth and stage charisma. On stage...

Ugāle

Orienteering competition "OKZK 2026" competition

Orienteering competition "OKZK 2026" competition.

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

Estonian Vanemuine Theatre Ballet performance “Lifelong Love Story. Rain in December”

The most emotional and magnificent event of next autumn at the Sea Gate Theatre will be the visit of the Estonian Vanemuine Theatre with the ballet performance "Lifetime Love Story. Rain in December", inspired by the life and music of Frederic Chopin. The ballet "Lifetime...

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

Illusionist Edžus' show "In the Air"

An evening when gravity ceases to exist and dreams take flight! This time the show will be special, because Edžus will not only surprise with magic tricks, but will also openly and emotionally tell his personal story of how he became an illusionist....

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

Comedy show “To the bank!”

There are people who draw, there are people who sing, others play the piano, climb mountains, ride bikes or go for long walks. Everyone enjoys life according to their own tastes and possibilities. But if the rapid twists and turns of life make you...

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

Ivo Fomin's concert "Without unnecessary words"

The voice of Latvian rock music Ivo Fomins is going on a concert tour with a new concert program "Without unnecessary words". Listeners can expect a renewed band line-up, new songs and an energetic, visually powerful rock show. The concert will feature the audience's favorite hits alongside the new material...

Puze Culture House

Storytellers' Festival "Oh, this lovely country life!"

On October 24 at 12:00, the Puze Culture House will host a storyteller festival "Oh, this lovely rural life!". We invite storytellers to apply for the festival by calling tel. 26208798, or by emailing [email protected].

Concert Hall "LATVIA"

Between the Worlds. Iskandars Vijaya & Vestards Šimkus

Two bright and creative artists, two different cultural experiences and one concert program created especially for the Ventspils Concert Hall. The concert “Between Worlds” will bring together internationally renowned violinist Iskandar Widjaja from Indonesia and pianist Vestards Šimkus,...

Concert Hall "LATVIA"

Concert for young listeners. Vivaldi's Seasons. Liepāja Symphony Orchestra

Have you ever wondered how to portray in music the songs of spring birds, a thunderstorm on a hot summer day, the rustling of autumn leaves, or the slowly swirling snowflakes on a calm winter evening? Antonio Vivaldi is one of the world's greatest masters of sound,...

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

M. Chekhov Riga Russian Theatre's performance "Murder on the Orient Express"

Cast: Shamil Khamatov, Ekaterina Frolova, Natalya Zhivets, Alexander Malikov, Volodymyr Gorislavets, Tatyana Lukashenkova, Elina Bartkevich, Ivan Streltsov, Veronika Plotnikova, Evgeny Pronin, Anatoly Fechin, Konstantin Nikulin. The brilliant detective Hercule Poirot boards the famous Orient Express in Istanbul. It seems...

Irbene

Orienteering competition "OKZK 2026" competition

Orienteering competition "OKZK 2026" competition.

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

Maria Naumova's concert "My, so very... very..."

Singer Marija Naumova says about the upcoming concert: "This concert will be a dedication - my silent gratitude to a man of the heart, a wise philosopher, an excellent master of words, my poet Jānis Peters. A poet whose words once found their way to my voice....

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

Valmiera Drama Theatre performance “The Lieutenant of Inishmore”

A very black, possibly comedy. Cast: Aksels Aizkalns, Aigars Apinis, Rūdis Bīviņš, Artis Jančevskis, Januss Johansons, Mārtiņš Liepa, Klinta Reinholde. What can be stronger than a true Irish thug's love for his homeland, father, mother and family? Stronger than a sense of duty and justice?...

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

Concert "Golden Selection"

Three bright voices of popular music will meet on one stage – Dzintars Čīča, Jānis Krūmiņš (“Apvedceļš”) and Silvestrs Lorencs (“Zelta Kniede”). The “radio voice” of the concert, legendary musicologist Daiga Mazvērsīte, will complement the evening with stories and interesting facts about the songs, performers and...

Water Adventure Park, Lauku Street 5

Swimming team competition “Three Cities Cup”

Swimming team competition "Three Cities Cup". Free admission.

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

Eco-fashion operetta “Parisian Bohemia”

PARIS NEVER SLEEPS. BOHEMIA NEVER DIES. AND BEAUTY SOMETIMES GAINES WINGS. The first eco-fashion operetta in Latvia What happens when a classic operetta meets high fashion, modern musical theater and the perfection created by nature? PARIS BOHEMIA is a bold Operetta...

Ventspils market

Martin's Fair

The St. Martin's Fair at Ventspils Market will invite you to enjoy the autumn mood and get to know the offers of merchants from various regions of Latvia. Visitors will be able to buy seasonal delicacies, crafts, home-made products and practical things for everyday life. It will be a great opportunity to feel the old...

Concert Hall "LATVIA"

Latvian National Symphony Orchestra & Mikēle Gamba

At the “Latvija” concert hall, listeners will have the opportunity to experience one of the LNSO centennial season concerts – a program that combines French elegance, Italian musical brilliance and the monumental orchestral language of Hungarian composer Béla Bartók. Gorgeous melodies, bright orchestral timbres and...

The Great Square

Lāčplēša Day torchlight procession from the Main Square

Main Square, Concert Hall "Latvija"

Festive events dedicated to the Proclamation Day of the Republic of Latvia at the Great Square and the Concert Hall "Latvija"

In Reņķa Garden and along the streets of Ventspils

“Run, walk or cycle the Latvian contour in Ventspils”

"Run, walk or cycle the contour of Latvia in Ventspils". Participation is free. Event program: 10:00 AM – Start of 11,5 kilometer walking or Nordic walking (start will be at the intersection of Zvaigžņu and Sabile streets); 11:18 AM – Start...

Water Adventure Park, Lauku Street 5

International swimming competition “Ice Drop 2026”

International swimming competition "Ice Drop 2026". Free admission.

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

Rock ballads performed by CANDLELIGHT

All the biggest rock hits in one unforgettable evening Melodies that awaken memories. Emotions that never fade, no matter how much time has passed. Favorite melodies that allow you to experience the warmest and happiest moments of your life again. In the soft glow of hundreds of candles...

Water Adventure Park, Lauku Street 5

International swimming competition “Ice Drop 2026”

International swimming competition "Ice Drop 2026". Free admission.

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

The performance "Puro" by the Spanish flamenco troupe "Puerto Flamenco"

On November 21 at 6:00 PM, Andalusian passion and flamenco rhythms will reign at the “Jūras vārti” theater house – the temperamental Seville flamenco troupe “Puerto Flamenco” will be visiting Ventspils. Since its founding in 2004, “Puerto Flamenco” has become one of the brightest...

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

"bet bet" band's 35th anniversary concert

The group "bet bet" was founded in 1991 and this year celebrates its 35th anniversary. Since this year in Latvia is celebrated under the sign of Maestro Raimonds Pauls, "bet bet" has also created its anniversary concert program from the Maestro's songs....

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

Anniversary concert “LĪVI celebrates 50”

In 2026, the cornerstone of Latvian rock music – the band Līvi – celebrates its 50th anniversary. Half a century filled with loud guitars, honest lyrics, the spirit of freedom and songs that have become important anthems for several generations. Anniversary concerts...

Main Square, Town Hall Square, Market Square

Lighting of Christmas trees in the Main Square and elsewhere in the city

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

New Riga Theatre's performance "The Fall Upwards"

In 2026, the cornerstone of Latvian rock music – the band Līvi – celebrates its 50th anniversary. Half a century filled with loud guitars, honest lyrics, the spirit of freedom and songs that have become important anthems for several generations. Anniversary concerts...

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

Latvian National Theatre's performance "Intimate Lives"

Comic melodrama Cast: Evija Krūze, Līga Zeļģe, Ainārs Ančevskis, Ivars Kļavinskis One of the most sophisticated comedies dedicated to the private territory of married couples. Eliot and Amanda, who were once married, are now spending their honeymoon with their new spouses, by coincidence, in one and the same...

Concert Hall "LATVIA"

We can be together. Jāzeps Mediņš Riga Music School Boys' Choir 45th Anniversary Concert

At the “Latvija” concert hall, listeners will have the opportunity to experience one of the LNSO centennial season concerts – a program that combines French elegance, Italian musical brilliance and the monumental orchestral language of Hungarian composer Béla Bartók. Gorgeous melodies, bright orchestral timbres and...

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

Concert of the association “Raxtu Raxti” “One Sun, One Earth”

With a new concert program and music album, the musical association “Raxtu Raxti” will delight listeners throughout Latvia in the fall. The first part of the concert will feature music from the new album created by the musicians of “Raxtu Raxti”. It will feature Latvian folk and...

OC "Ventspils" ice rink, Sporta Street 7/9

International Curling Tournament “Christmas Cup 2026”

International curling tournament "Christmas Cup 2026". Free admission.

OC "Ventspils" ice rink, Sporta Street 7/9

International Curling Tournament “Christmas Cup 2026”

International curling tournament "Christmas Cup 2026". Free admission.

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

Music and a spectacular visual show inspired by the world of Harry Potter: “Symphony of Magic”

Inspired by the world of Harry Potter, the music and spectacular visual show “SYMPHONY OF MAGIC” plays out familiar film themes in a new way — rich, vibrant and impressive. An evening of live symphonic music with the “True Vibe Orchestra”...

Concert Hall "LATVIA"

Near you. Christmas concert

A new year, a new member has joined the musicians' association TEV TĖVUMĀ, a new original composition has been recorded. But already in December, with a new program, but the same general mood and joy of waiting for Christmas, we will be waiting for you at the musicians' association...

Livonian Order Castle

Saint Nicholas Day

Entrance with museum entrance ticket.

Ventspils market

Christmas market in the Old Town Market Square

Concert Hall "LATVIA"

Christmas Gregorian Chants. Raimonds Tiguls & “Schola Cantorum Riga”

In the spirit of Christmas, a special program will be performed in the concert hall "Latvija", in which ancient Gregorian chants will meet the world of sounds created by composer Raimonds Tiguls. Together with the vocal group "Schola Cantorum Riga", we will experience a peaceful and atmospheric concert, in which Christmas Gregorian chants...

Seaside Open-Air Museum

Narrow-Gauge Steam Locomotive “Mazbānītis” Christmas

Entrance with museum entrance ticket.

OC "Ventspils" basketball hall, Sporta Street 7/9

New Year's Eve run

New Year's Eve run

The Great Square

New Year's Eve in the Great Square

Festive concert and New Year's Eve at 00.33.44 Ventspils time.

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

Concert adventure “What does a woman really want?”

A secret kept for centuries will be revealed! In the slightly frivolous, but very frank concert adventure “What does a woman really want?”. Director — Māris Bezmers. Three charismatic actors — Māris Bezmers, Edgars Pujāts and Kristians Kareļins — with grains of thought and songs, humor and...

Theater House "Jūras vārti"

Concert – tribute to Mārtiņš Freimanis 50 “FREIMIS”

“I would like to see myself from the outside for once…”, these are the words and request that Mārtiņš Freimanis once included in his very first song, “Sad Birds”. At that time, he was only fourteen years old. In 2027, he would celebrate his fiftieth....