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Major events in Jūrmala in 2024

Jūrmala is a city with an irresistible charm and a wide range of events throughout the year that can satisfy everyone's taste.  You will always find something exciting in Jūrmala. We have compiled a list of the major annual events in Jūrmala that will be of interest not only to locals but also to visitors from all over the world.

 

APRIL

On 1 April in Kauguri

EASTER IN JŪRMALA

In Jūrmala, Easter will be celebrated with ancient rituals, creative workshops, fun activities, musical performances, egg dyeing and egg rolling.

 

MAY

On 4 May at Majori beach

JŪRMALA RUNNING FESTIVAL

The Jūrmala Running Festival will take place on Majori beach, where young and old participants will be able to compete in various running and Nordic walking distances, as well as take part in other sports and entertainment activities.

 

JUNE

On 1 June in Majori

RESORT FESTIVAL

The Jūrmala Resort Festival is a very special event, as it is the beginning of the summer season in the largest resort town in the Baltics. Jūrmala and its residents have prepared the best event that the resort town can offer for its guests all day long. A wide variety of concerts, markets, activities and entertainment. The festivities will end with a concert on the beach.

From 13 to 16 June at Majori beach

CONFEDERATION OF EUROPEAN VOLLEYBALL  BEACH VOLLEYBALL NATIONS CUP FINAL 2024

The Confederation of European Volleyball (CEV) organised Nations Cup final will take place on the sands of Majori beach, where the decisive matches for the 2024 Paris Olympics beach volleyball tournament will take place.

 

On 23 June at Melluži stage and Kauguri beach

LĪGO CELEBRATIONS

Jūrmala residents and guests are welcome to enjoy the magic of the solstice night by the bonfires with a lively Midsummer Night programme at Kauguri beach and Melluži stage.

 

JULY

From 4 to 25 July, on Thursdays, at Jūrmala Open Air Museum

FISH SMOKING, FISH TASTING "THURSDAY — FISH DAY"

Every Thursday in July, the Jūrmala Open Air Museum will host a series of events "Thursday — Fish Day". The event will provide an opportunity to watch a fish smoking demonstration, get involved in the fish preparation process and taste hot smoked fish.

 

On 13 July at Melluzi stage

SEA FESTIVAL

Jūrmala can be proud of its resort traditions, but even before there were fishermen, the city was no stranger to festive traditions. Visitors to the Sea Festival will enjoy creative, musical activities and an outdoor dance party.

 

On 13 July in Dzintari

JŪRMALA CYCLING MARATHON

Jūrmala Cycling Marathon is traditionally one of the largest road cycling events in Latvia. Cyclists and sports enthusiasts will have access to three road cycling courses. Each participant will be awarded with special commemorative medals from Jūrmala at the finish line. There will also be an extensive entertainment programme for both participants and visitors.

 

From 13 to 20 July at Dzintari Concert Hall

JŪRMALA FESTIVAL

From 13 to 20 July, Jūrmala Festival, the biggest musical event of the summer, will take place at Dzintari Concert Hall, bringing together outstanding Latvian and foreign musicians for a series of magnificent concerts. The concerts will feature world-renowned violinist Kristīne Balanas, jazz pianist Julian Joseph (UK), tenor Aleksandrs Antoņenko, singer Jānis Šipkēvics, Jūrmala Festival Orchestra, Liepāja Symphony Orchestra and many others. Special festival guests will be the Barcelona Flamenco Ballet from Spain. There will also be the most beautiful opera arias and a concert "Born in Latvia" with the participation of big and rising stars.

on 14 July at Dzintari beach

SUNRISE CONCERT

On 14 July, Dzintari beach will host the traditional Sunrise concert with the principal organist of the Elbe Philharmonic Hall, the Queen of the Organ, Iveta Apkalna.

 

On 20 July in Ķemeri Resort Park

ĶEMERI FESTIVAL

The festivities in the renovated Ķemeri Resort Park will be filled with music, entertainment and educational activities for both children and adults, as well as an artisan market and café.

 

AUGUST

On 3 August in Kauguri

JŪRMALA COLOUR RUN

The most cheerful and colourful run in Jūrmala will take place in Kauguri. During the 5-kilometre run, everyone will be able to enjoy the festival of colours.

 

On 3 August at Dzintari Concert Hall

FESTIVAL "BALLET STARS IN JŪRMALA"

Outstanding dancers from Latvian and foreign ballet troupes will perform at Dzintari Concert Hall in the festival "Ballet Stars in Jūrmala".

 

From 16 to 17 August at Dzintari Forest Park

NIGHT EXPEDITION FOR FAMILIES "DON'T TELL ME FAIRY TALES"

A night of adventure for families with young and older children in the Dzintari Forest Park surrounded by mysteries — a chance to experience fairy tales and surprises.

 

On 31 August in Kauguri

KAUGURI FESTIVAL

The Autumn Festival in Kauguri will feature entertaining performances and a wide range of activities for children and young people. The festivities will end with a concert.

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Dates and times of events are subject to change