From May 20 to 22, the Kurzeme Business Forum will take place in Ventspils, which this year is dedicated to the challenges of the IT industry in the era of artificial intelligence. On the first day of the forum, entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to learn about the most current problems and solutions in the field of artificial intelligence and human resources in the IT industry, participating in discussions with industry experts. This day will serve as a basis for further forum activities,

As spring arrives, Ventspils blossoms and fills with colors and scents, so we invite both adults and children to celebrate Easter in Ventspils. The city will delight with festive decorations – swings, large-format Easter eggs and a butterfly kingdom, as well as a rich program of events and activities.

On March 21, the Jūrkalne Community Center invites everyone to go on a special adventure – “Spring Solstice. A Journey of Traditions”. It will be a day when you can experience the arrival of spring by traveling through Ventspils region – from Pope Castle Hill to the seashore in Jūrkalne.

Ventspils Tourism Information Centre and LATTŪRINFO invite all representatives of Latvian tourism information centres and destinations to apply for participation in the "XI LATVIAN TOURISM INFORMATION MARKET 2026", which will take place on Saturday, May 9, simultaneously with the Ventspils Summer Tourism and Cycling Season Opening Event at the Adventure Park!

February is the perfect time to pause from the daily rush and devote time to yourself and your loved ones, and in Ventspils Valentine’s Day is filled with a warm, heartfelt atmosphere. From February 13 to 15, the city and its surrounding area will offer a variety of events and special offers for couples, families, and anyone looking for ideas for a pleasant time together.

On February 14, from 12:00 to 17:30, the Ventspils Livonian Order Castle will host Medieval Readings on the theme “Saints and Sinners” and a Medieval daily life experience with the historical reenactment club Rodenpoys.

On February 6, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM, the Ventspils Seaside Open-Air Museum will host a farewell-to-winter and spring-welcoming event featuring masquerading, rituals, and joyful time together with the Ugāle folklore group “Urdava” and tradition bearers from “Kalna Āzeri” in Snēpele, as well as a seminar–workshop on making sweets from bee honey.

In winter, Ventspils offers both peaceful activities and active and inspiring recreation. Here, you can combine winter active recreation, family adventures, culture, science, and a leisurely respite by the sea.

From Friday, January 16, the ski hill “Lemberga hūte” is open throughout – there are both expert and beginner tracks and a sledge hill available, and at the foot of the hill there is also a cross-country ski track for classic skiing and sledging. For the youngest visitors to the hill, there is a sledge hill with free sledges and a ribbon lift.

Starting Friday, January 9, the ski hill “Lemberga hūte” offers a beginner slope and a sledding hill, and since last week, a cross-country skiing trail for classic skiing and skate skiing has also been open at the base of the hill.