We invite you to celebrate the Latvian Independence Day in Ventspils
29.04.2026 - 13:28
The 36th anniversary of the restoration of the Independence of the Republic of Latvia will be celebrated in Ventspils with a diverse festive program. During the holiday week, the city will be decorated with festive decorations, and various events will be held for both families with children and adults, offering cultural, entertainment and active recreation opportunities.
To make the holiday season in Ventspils enjoyable for both adults and children, from May 1st, all city fountains will resume work, revitalizing the urban environment. The boat "Duke Jacob" will welcome guests on its deck, Adventure park will be open every day with all attractions, while At the seaside open-air museum The new season for the beloved steam locomotive will open on May 1st "Little boy"Entrance with museum entrance ticket.
To make it easier to plan your vacation in Ventspils, we have compiled current information about Ventspils tourist attractions. working hours.
To make it easier to plan your vacation in Ventspils, we have compiled current information about Ventspils tourist attractions. working hours.
From April 28 to May 10 Ventspils Digital Center in collaboration with Ventspils Tourist Information Center invites you to participate in a free interactive activity, exploring the city's cultural and historical sites on a walking or cycling route using the "ActionBound" app. More information is available here.
Meanwhile, on May 4th at 11:00 am at the Ventspils Blue Flag Beach at South pier, at observation tower parking lot, the ceremonial lighting of the Latvian Youth Olympic Torch will take place. This will begin the torch's journey through Latvian municipalities, which will end on June 18 in Valmiera at the opening ceremony of the 10th Latvian Youth Olympic Games at the Jānis Daliņš Stadium.
On May 4th at 12:00, a festive concert dedicated to the Independence Day of the Republic of Latvia will be held at the Town Hall Square. "Our song is our strength", in which the most popular songs of Maestro Raimonds Pauls will be performed in a joint singing program. The concert will feature soloists Ance Krauze and Juris Jope, Ventspils Culture Center choirs "Kaiva" and "Līvzeme", as well as Ventspils dance groups, creating a patriotic festive atmosphere.
After the event at the Town Hall Square at 4:00 PM in the concert hall "Latvija" The national holiday concert "The Heart of My Land" will take place on 15th March, featuring Antra Stafecka and Ingars Viļums. Tickets for the concert are no longer available due to high demand.
Congratulations to the Republic of LatviaOn Independence Day!
