On August 30, at the Staldzene Cliffs, as part of the “Night of Ancient Bonfires,” a special musical experience will take place – Rihards Zaļupe, co-author of the music for the Oscar-winning film The Flow, together with one of Latvia’s brightest voices, Linda Leen, will perform a specially created collaboration, Ceremony. Hypnotic Soundscapes and Songs.

Ventspils Science Centre VIZIUM invites all science and magic enthusiasts to the spookiest event of the year! A true Halloween enchantment will take over the VIZIUM foyer — mad scientists, together with little ghosts, wizards, witches, and monsters, will create an unforgettable adventure where science meets magic! Participation in the event is free of charge!

On Saturday, October 11, the Ventspils Market will be filled with the tastes and colors of autumn — the Pumpkin Festival and the annual pumpkin contest will take place. Visitors will be treated to delicious food, handmade crafts, and creative workshops.

On Sunday, September 14 at 1:00 p.m. in the Concert Hall “Latvija" will feature a large-scale grand concert "FROM THE LAND OF LET’S. Baltic Unity Day", which will be attended by more than 200 singers from Latvia and Lithuania, Ventspils Chamber Orchestra, actress Zane Jančevska, flautist Andis Klučnieks, conductors Rasa Gelgotiene, Regina Maleckaite, Sandra Rimkute-Jankuviene, Judita Kjaulakīte, Ilze Valce and Aigars Meri.

From August 24 to 30, for the twentieth year, Ventspils Music Secondary School is organizing the beloved International Contemporary Rhythm Music Festival “Ventspils Groove”, which gladly welcomes students, graduates, and teachers of music schools, secondary music schools, and music academies. The festival offers a week-long cycle of intensive learning and music-making – from professional masterclasses to free jam sessions and public concerts.

To explore the exciting world of science, the Ventspils Science Centre VIZIUM invites families to enjoy the adventure of its interactive exhibition hall and take part in a variety of STEM activities. In creative workshops, visitors will discover the world of senses; science shows will amaze with physics and chemistry experiments; and the youngest guests will experience discoveries in the “Little Explorers’ Workshops.”

During the autumn break from October 20 to 26, students and families are invited to actively participate in activities in Ventspils! During this time, the city of Ventspils offers a variety of opportunities for both children and young people who want to spend their break in an exciting way.

From August 15 to 17, Ventspils will host Ukrainian Culture Days, providing Ventspils residents and city guests with an opportunity to get to know the rich Ukrainian cultural and artistic heritage. The aim of the events is to preserve and popularize Ukrainian cultural traditions, integrate the Ukrainian community into Latvian society, and show support for the Ukrainian people.

On September 4, orienteering fans are invited to participate in the 17th round of orienteering competition “OKZK 2025".

On September 28, starting at 12:00, the fifth Užava Fish Market will take place in Užava Parish, Ventspils Municipality, traditionally bringing together vendors and visitors for a fun, festive autumn celebration.