Jūrmala in 2026 offers a diverse programme of events appealing to a wide audience, where classical music, sports events and traditional celebrations shape the city’s life throughout the year. From international festivals at the Dzintari Concert Hall to solstice celebrations by the sea and local neighbourhood festivals, Jūrmala provides a rich spectrum of cultural and leisure experiences. Jūrmala reveals itself as a place where cultural heritage meets contemporary creative energy. Throughout the year, the city invites visitors to experience culture, nature and a festive atmosphere as one coherent and inspiring whole.

APRIL

Easter in Majori
Majori, 5 April 2026

A spring celebration for families with concerts, creative workshops and traditional Easter activities such as egg-rolling, swings and a festive market, filling the centre of Majori with a joyful holiday atmosphere.

Easter at the Jūrmala Open-Air Museum
Open-Air Museum, 5 April 2026

A celebration of ancient Latvian Easter traditions, where visitors can dye and roll eggs, take part in folk games and creative workshops, and learn about spring rituals in an authentic historical setting.

Easter in Kauguri
Kauguri, 6 April 2026

A family-friendly Easter event with concerts, themed activities, traditional games, swings and creative workshops, creating a lively springtime atmosphere in the Kauguri neighbourhood.

MAY

Jūrmala Running Festival
Majori Beach, 4 May 2026

Races of various distances for runners and Nordic walkers, combined with sports and entertainment activities for the whole family, creating an active and dynamic festival atmosphere on Jūrmala’s seafront.

Museum Night in Jūrmala
Jūrmala, 16 May 2026

As part of the Europe-wide Night of Museums initiative, Jūrmala’s museums and cultural venues open their doors in the evening and at night, offering concerts, performances, exhibitions and creative workshops, allowing visitors to experience art and history in a festive, informal and freely accessible atmosphere.

Resort Festival
Majori, 30 May 2026

A festive opening of the summer season with concerts, markets and activities for the whole family, filling Majori with a classic resort atmosphere and culminating in a special musical event on the beach.

JUNE

FIVB Beach Pro Tour Futures 2026 – Beach Volleyball Tournament
Majori Beach Sports Centre, 10–14 June 2026

An international stage of the professional FIVB Beach Pro Tour, bringing top Latvian and international athletes to Majori Beach and transforming the seaside into a dynamic open-air sports arena with high-level competition and a vibrant summer atmosphere.

Midsummer Traditions – Educational Programme
Jūrmala Open-Air Museum, 13 June 2026

An immersive introduction to Latvian summer solstice traditions, where visitors learn about ritual herbs, take part in folk singing, the lighting of the bonfire and the making of traditional Jāņi cheese, discovering the symbolism and cultural meaning of one of the most important celebrations in Latvian heritage.

Līgo / Midsummer Night Celebration
Kauguri Beach, 23 June 2026

A traditional solstice night by the sea with bonfires, folk songs, rituals and communal celebration, offering an authentic experience of Latvia’s ancient Midsummer customs lasting until sunrise.

JULY

Thursdays – Fish Day
Jūrmala Open-Air Museum, 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 July 2026

Every Thursday in July, visitors are invited to explore the culinary heritage of the Latvian coast by observing traditional fish smoking, taking part in preparation processes and tasting freshly smoked catch in an authentic historical environment.

Elīna Garanča & Friends – Anniversary Concert
Dzintari Concert Hall, 6 July 2026

A gala concert by the world-renowned Latvian mezzo-soprano Elīna Garanča, together with conductor Karel Mark Chichon and orchestra, marking a highlight of the summer season with an international-scale celebration of operatic excellence.

Jūrmala Festival – Sunrise Concert
Dzintari Beach, 12 July 2026, 4:30 a.m.

At dawn, organist Iveta Apkalna creates a contemplative musical dialogue with the sea and the rising sun, offering one of the most poetic and symbolic experiences of the Jūrmala Festival, where music and nature merge into a single ritual of listening.

Jūrmala Festival
Dzintari Concert Hall, 13–18 July 2026

A week-long international classical music festival featuring chamber music, choral art, tango, opera arias and symphonic programmes, establishing Dzintari Concert Hall as one of the leading summer centres of classical music on the Baltic Sea coast.

Ķemeri Festival
Ķemeri Spa Park, 18 July 2026

A full-day celebration in the historic spa park with concerts, educational activities, crafts and local cuisine, allowing visitors to experience the cultural diversity and elegant atmosphere of the Ķemeri resort area.

Laima Rendezvous Jūrmala 2026
Dzintari Concert Hall, 24–26 July 2026

An international summer music festival gathering world-famous stars and leading Latvian performers for orchestral concerts in the genre of high-quality popular and crossover music.

Kristīne Opolais – Grand Concert with Choir and Orchestra
Dzintari Concert Hall, 29 July 2026

A major operatic evening with the internationally acclaimed Latvian soprano Kristīne Opolais, whose dramatic voice and stage presence are joined by the power of symphonic and choral sound.

AUGUST

Thursdays – Fish Day
Jūrmala Open-Air Museum, 6, 13, 20, 27 August 2026

Every Thursday in August, visitors are invited to explore the culinary heritage of the Latvian coast by observing traditional fish smoking, taking part in preparation processes and tasting freshly smoked catch in an authentic historical environment.

26th International Ballet Festival “Ballet Stars in Jūrmala”
Dzintari Concert Hall, 2 August 2026

The gala concert brings together leading soloists from some of the world’s most prestigious ballet companies, including the Vienna State Opera, Teatro alla Scala in Milan, the Hamburg Ballet and the Latvian National Ballet, presenting outstanding examples of classical and contemporary ballet at the highest artistic level.

Family Night Expedition “Don’t Tell Fairy Tales”
Dzintari Forest Park, 15 August 2026

An evening adventure for families with children, where fairy-tale storytelling, mysterious tasks and a specially created atmosphere transform the forest park after dark into a safe and imagination-inspiring world of discovery.

Jūrmala Colour Run
Date to be confirmed, Kauguri

A five-kilometre run where sport meets colour, music and festival spirit, turning the Kauguri neighbourhood into a vibrant and visually striking celebration of movement and joy.

Kauguri Neighbourhood Festival
Kauguri, 29 August 2026

A full-day community celebration with concerts, activities for children and young people, and a diverse entertainment programme, culminating in a large open-air concert and creating a lively atmosphere of togetherness.

SEPTEMBER

9th International Baltic Sea Choir Competition
Dzintari Concert Hall, 18–20 September 2026

An international choral forum where choirs from different countries compete in a professional competition and perform in concerts, highlighting the diversity and high artistic standards of the Baltic Sea region’s choral traditions.

Jūrmala Cycling Marathon
Date to be confirmed, Turaida Street near Dzintari Concert Hall

One of the largest road cycling events in Latvia, offering several distances for riders of different levels and an extensive spectator programme, turning central Jūrmala into a dynamic arena of sport and celebration.