From September 25 to October 1, everyone is invited to take part in the events taking place in our city. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy the best of art, music and activities. Come with your friends and family and enjoy a week full of adventure.

25 September | Friday

● 16.00 | Researchers Night | Daugavpils Innovation Centre, Vienības Street 30
● 16.00 | Let’s Make a Folk Costume: The Apron | Series of masterclasses | House of Traditions, Rīgas street 22A
● 17.00 | European Researchers Night | Daugavpils University, Parādes Street 1
● 17.00 | Game | Mafia | “Pagalmiņš” Café, Andreja Pumpura Street 85
● 18.00 | Hobby club | Studio “Lama Dazz”, Hekeļa Street 4
● 19.00 | Bat tour | The Daugavpils Fortress Garden, Komandanta Street 6
● 19.00 | Board games evening | “Daugavpils Geek” Gaming Club, Muitas Street 1
● 19.00 | Quiz “Movies and music” | One More Club, Viestura Street 53
● 20.00 | Performance | “Cabaret Dinaburg 2.0” | Daugavpils Theatre, Rīgas Street 22A
● 20.00 | Live music evening | “DIČbar”, Viestura Street 59
● 22.00 | Hits overdose weekend | One More club, Viestura Street 53
● 23.00 | An evening with a DJ | “DIČbar”, Viestura Street 59

26 September | Saturday

● 9.00 | “Hačapuri” Masterclass | Latgale Training Centre, Saules Street 38
● 9.00 | “MOCHI” Masterclass | Latgale Training Centre, Saules Street 38
● 9.00 | Flea market at the “Retro kazarma” | Daugavpils Fortress, Mihaila Street 11
● 9.00 | Spinning Championship for children and youth | Rugeļi Reservoir
● 10.00 | Mežciems Run | Vienības Square
● 10.00 | Latvian Karate Championship | Daugavpils Olympic Centre, Stadiona Street 1
● 10.00 | Masterclass: “Women’s Money: Money, Power & Influence” | Park Hotel Latgola Ģimnāzijas iela 46
● 11.00 | Maple leaf hat masterclass | House of Traditions, Rīgas Street 22A
● 12.00 | Candle-making masterclass | ‘A.A.candle’ studio, Hekeļa Street 4
● 13.00 | Optibet Ice Hockey League | “Rīga HS/Dinaburga” vs HC “Panter” | Daugavpils Ice Hall, Stacijas Street 45A
● 15.00 | Mafalda Garcia performance| Who is safe when you`re silent? | New East, 18. Novembra Street 41A
● 16.00 | MANHATTAN SHORT short film festival | The Media Hall at the Unity House, Rīgas Street 22A
● 17.00 | Ice skating at the Daugavpils Ice Rink | Stacijas Street 45A
● 19.00 | The comedy “Role-Play” | Daugavpils Palace of Culture, Smilšu Street 92
● 19.30 | “Dali Dali” Latvian Football League 3 | “DFS” vs FK “Krāslava” | Stadium “Esplanāde”, Stadiona Street 1
● 20.00 | Performance | “Cabaret Dinaburg 2.0” | Daugavpils Theatre, Rīgas Street 22A
● 20.00 | Live music evening | “Odesa Mamma” Restaurant, Saules Street 42
● 20.00 | Live music evening | “DIČbar”, Viestura Street 59
● 21.00 | An evening with a DJ | Park Hotel Latgola Lobby Bar, Ģimnāzijas Street 46
● 22.00 | Hits overdose weekend | One More club, Viestura Street 53
● 23.00 | An evening with a DJ | “DIČbar”, Viestura Street 59

27 September | Sunday

● 12.00 | Candle-making masterclass | ‘A.A.candle’ studio, Hekeļa Street 4
● 12.00 | Felting masterclass | “LAMA DAZZ” Studio, Hekeļa Street 4
● 12.00 | Pop-up design shop | “Prostor”, Ģimnāzijas Street 4
● 13.00 | Optibet Ice Hockey League | “Rīga HS/Dinaburga” vs HC “Panter” | Daugavpils Ice Hall, Stacijas Street 45A
● 14.00 | Creative workshop | “Astttart” studio, Hekeļa Street 4
● 14.00 | Hair braiding masterclass | “Prostor”, Ģimnāzijas Street 4
● 15.00 | Board games evening | “Daugavpils Geek club”, Muitas Street 1
● 16.00 | 2ANNAS tour at the Rothko Museum | “The Short Latvian #3” | Rothko Museum, Mihaila Street 3
● 16.00 | Indoor Football Premier League | “AVClub” vs TFK “Salaspils” | Daugavpils Olympic Centre, Stadiona Street 1
● 17.00 | “Dali Dali” Latvian Football League 3 | “DFS” vs FK “Krāslava” | Stadium “Esplanāde”, Stadiona Street 1
● 17.15 | Ice skating at the Daugavpils Ice Rink | Stacijas iela 45A

28 September | Monday

● 18.00 | Aivars Broks and “Daugavpils Camerata” chamber orchestra | Daugavpils University Concert Hall “V-13”, Vienības Street 13
30 September | Wednesday
● 16.00 | Museum for Children | What does my clay feel like? | Rothko Museum, Mihaila Street 3
● 18.00 | MANHATTAN SHORT short film festival | The Media Hall at the Unity House, Rīgas Street 22A
1 October | Thursday
● 16.00 | A series of board game events “Youth Games Academy” | activity “Doers” | “Navigators” Youth Initiative Centre, Raiņa Street 69
● 17.30 | Painting masterclass | “Erfolg”, Mihoelsa Street 7-1A
● 20.00 | Quiz “Computer games” | “Reset Bar”, Saules Street 15

More information about the events: http://daugavpils.lv/afisa

Movie screening schedule (Daugavpils Culture palace): https://dkp.lv/kino/

Movie screening schedule (StarLineCinema, Cietokšņa street 60): https://starlinekino.lv/

Daugavpils Theater performance schedule: http://daugavpilsteratris.lv

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From September 18 to 24, everyone is invited to take part in the events taking place in our city. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy the best of art, music and activities. Come with your friends and family and enjoy a week full of adventure.

18 September | Friday

● 15.00 | Museum for Children | Creative reading | Rothko Museum, Mihaila Street 3
● 17.00 | Concert “Vienoti dziesmā un dejā – Baltu vienības diena!” | Grīva Cultural Space, Komunālā Street 2
● 17.00 | Masterclass on making sugar candies | House of Traditions, Rīgas Street 22A
● 18.00 |The “Iskateļ” Folk Theatre’s performance “Visaptveroši” | Jaunbūves Cultural Space, Varšavas Street 14
● 18.30 | Performance | Early Rust | Daugavpils Theatre, Rīgas Street 22A
● 18.30 | Latvian Orienteering Night 2026 | The Rainis Centre, Komunālā Street 2
● 20.00 | Evening entertainment “Sveču gaismā” | Forštate Cultural Space, Vidzemes Street 41A
● 22.00 | White weekend | One More club, Viestura Street 53

19 September | Saturday

● 8.10 | Feeder Fishing Championship “Tandēmā 2026” | Šuņezers lake
● 9.00 | ‘Krufīns’ Masterclass | Latgale Learning Centre, Saules Street 38
● 9.00 |Flea market at the “Retro kazarma” | Daugavpils Fortress, Mihaila Street 11
● 9.30 | International Wrestling Tournament “Dinaburg Cup” | Daugavpils Olympic Centre , Stadiona Street 1
● 10.00 | Rīgas Street Market | Rīgas Street
● 10.00 | Flea Market | Daugavpils Fortress, Nikolaja Street 5
● 10.00 | Open Weightlifting Championship | Athletics hall, Valkas Street 4B
● 12.00 | Brunch “Ribs, wings & Rock`n`Roll” | Grill bar “BBQ Garage”, Kraujas Street 6
● 14.00 | Latvian Youth Football Championship | Stadium “Esplanāde”, Stadiona Street 1
● 14.00 | Go-karting at the karting track “Blāzma” | Blāzmas Street 11
● 15.00 | Young Zoologists School | “What lives in the Esplanade wetland?” | Latgales Zoo, Vienības Street 27
● 16.00 | “Texture Painting” Masterclass | Creative Studio “Astttartt”, Hekeļa Street 4
● 16.30 | Latvian Youth Football Championship | Stadium “Esplanāde”, Stadiona Street 1
● 18.00 | Live music evening | “Gamma” Restaurant, Rīgas Street 71-73
● 20.00 | Karaoke Lotto game | “DIČbar” Restobar, Viestura Street 59
● 20.00 | Live music evening | “Odesa Mamma” Restaurant, Saules Street 42
● 21.00 | An evening with DJ GraninBeatz | IGGI Bar, Rīgas Street 22
● 21.00 | An evening with a DJ | Park Hotel Latgola Lobby Bar, Ģimnāzijas Street 46
● 22.00 | White weekend | One More club, Viestura Street 53

20 September | Sunday

● 9.30 | International Wrestling Tournament “Dinaburg Cup” | Daugavpils Olympic Centre, Stadiona Street 1
● 11.00 | A basketball match | “Daugavpils SS” v “Daugavpils SS2”, U12 | Daugavpils Secondary School of Opportunities, Valkas Street 4
● 12.00 | Healthy Nutrition Masterclass | “Luventa Cosmetology”, Imantas Street 11-21
● 12.00 | “Photo Frame” workshop for children | Creative Studio “Astttartt”, Hekeļa Street 4
● 14.00 | Card game “Riftbound” | Gaming Club “Daugavpils Geek”, Muitas Street 1
● 14.30 | Healthy Nutrition Masterclass | “Luventa Cosmetology”, Imantas Street 11-21
● 16.00 |The 2026 “LV BET” Latvian Open Speedway Championship | Stadium “Lokomotīve”, Jelgavas Street 54
● 17.00 | Performance | At the same time next year | Daugavpils Theatre, Rīgas Street 22A
● 17.00 | Healthy Nutrition Masterclass | “Luventa Cosmetology”, Imantas Street 11-21
● 18.15 | Ice skating at the Daugavpils Ice Rink | Stacijas Street 45A

21 September | Monday

● 17.00 | Festival of Belarusian Folk Traditions “Bagačs” | Polish House, Varšavas Street 30

22 September | Tuesday

● 11.00 | Autumn Harvest Festival “Rudenāji” | House of Traditions, Rīgas Street 22A
● 13.30 | Autumn Harvest Festival “Rudenāji” | House of Traditions, Rīgas Street 22A

23 September | Wednesday

● 13.30 | Autumn Harvest Festival “Rudenāji” | House of Traditions, Rīgas Street 22A
● 16.00 | Museum for Children | What can I see here? | Rothko Museum, Mihaila Street 3
● 17.00 | Autumn Recipe Market | House of Traditions, Rīgas Street 22A
● 18.00 | Cycling – Photo Orienteering Game “DAUGAVPILS FOTOREISS 2026” | “Europe Direct Latgale”, Rīgas Street 58
● 18.00 | Concert “Rudens divu koru balsīs” | The Unity House Concert Hall, Rīgas Street 22A
24 September | Thursday
● 18.00 | MANHATTAN SHORT short film festival | The Media Hall at the Unity House, Rīgas Street 22A

More information about the events: http://daugavpils.lv/afisa

Movie screening schedule (Daugavpils Culture palace): https://dkp.lv/kino/

Movie screening schedule (StarLineCinema, Cietokšņa street 60): https://starlinekino.lv/

Daugavpils Theater performance schedule: http://daugavpilsteratris.lv

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From September 11 to 17, everyone is invited to take part in the events taking place in our city. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy the best of art, music and activities. Come with your friends and family and enjoy a week full of adventure.

11 September | Friday

● 15.00 | Literary and musical event ‘What is night? What is light?’ | Rainis Centre, Komunālā street 2
● 16.00 | Opening of the autumn exhibition season | Rothko Museum, Mihaila street 3
● 16.00 | Let’s Make a Folk Costume: The Apron | Series of masterclasses | House of Traditions, Rīgas street 22A
● 16.30 | Opening of Feliciana Lukaševiča’s solo exhibition “Colours of Latgale” | Forštate Cultural Space, Vidzemes street 41A
● 17.00 | “Mafia” game | “Pagalmiņš” Café, Andeja Pumpura Street 85
● 18.00 | Efera Dance Studio contemporary dance performance “No address” | Daugavpils University Concert Hall “V-13”, Vienības Street 13
● 18.30 | Performance | Life on the Fridge Door | Daugavpils Theatre, Rīgas street 22A
● 19.00 | Optibet Ice Hockey League | RĪGAS HS/DINABURGA vs HC Kyiv Capitals | Daugavpils Ice Hall, Stacijas street 45A
● 19.00 | Quiz “Timeless Classics” | One More Club, Viestura Street 53
● 20.00 | MuzBingo | Park Hotel Latgola Lobby Bar, Ģimnāzijas Street 46
● 20.00 | Live music with Aleksejs Fjodorovs and Diāna Veselova | “DIČbar”, Viestura Street 59
● 22.00 | September birthday weekend | One More club, Viestura Street 53

12 September | Saturday

● 10.00 | Hike: “Home. The New Rainis Trail” | Rainis Centre, Komunālā street 2
● 11.00 | Guided tour of the French art exhibition | Rothko Museum, Mihaila street 3
● 11.00 | Guided Tour: “The Life of Butterflies” | “FlyFly.lv” Butterfly Studio, Saules Street 32
● 12.00 | Škoda Fest Latgale | Auto Welle, 18 November Street 68B
● 13.00 | Guided Tour “The Life of Butterflies” | “FlyFly.lv” Butterfly Studio, Saules Street 32
● 15.00 | Optibet Ice Hockey League | RĪGAS HS/DINABURGA vs. HK MOGO/RSU | Daugavpils Ice Hall, Stacijas Street 45A
● 18.00 | Efera Dance Studio contemporary dance performance “No address” | Daugavpils University Concert Hall “V-13”, Vienības Street 13
● 20.00 | Rīgas street festival “Vīna īla, daudz stuostu” | Rīgas street
● 20.00 | Live music evening with Katrīna Paukšta | Restaurant “Plaza”, Ģimnāzijas Street 46
● 20.00 | Live music with Aleksejs Fjodorovs and Diāna Veselova | “DIČbar”, Viestura Street 59
● 21.00 | An evening with DJ Kubik | IGGI Bar, Rīgas Street 22
● 21.00 | An evening with a DJ | Park Hotel Latgola Lobby Bar, Ģimnāzijas Street 46
● 22.00 | September birthday weekend | One More club, Viestura Street 53

13 September | Sunday

● 13.00 | “Mafia” game | Café “Pagalmiņš”, Andeja Pumpura Street 85
● 14.00 | Latvian Football Premier League | BFC Daugavpils vs. RFS | “Esplanāde” Stadium, Stadiona Street 1
● 16.00 | Latvian Ice Hockey 1st League | HK Dinaburga vs. HK Prizma | Daugavpils Ice Hall, Stacijas Street 45A
● 17.00 | Performance | Provincial Anecdotes | Daugavpils Theatre, Rīgas Street 22A
● 17.00 | Jewish New Year concert evening “La Dolce Shalom” | “Lorem” Guest House, Spīdolas Street 34

14 September | Monday

● 17.00 | Literary event in memory of the poet Olga Daukšta | Polish House, Varšavas Street 30

16 September | Wednesday

● 16.00 | Latvian folk instrument lesson for beginners | House of Traditions, Rīgas street 22A
● 16.00 | Museum for Children | “What Do My Feelings Do?” | Rothko Museum, Mihaila street 3

17 September | Thursday

● 19.00 | Film quiz | “Reset Bar”, Saules Street 15

More information about the events: http://daugavpils.lv/afisa

Movie screening schedule (Daugavpils Culture palace): https://dkp.lv/kino/

Movie screening schedule (StarLineCinema, Cietokšņa street 60): https://starlinekino.lv/

Daugavpils Theater performance schedule: http://daugavpilsteratris.lv

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From September 4 to 10, everyone is invited to take part in the events taking place in our city. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy the best of art, music and activities. Come with your friends and family and enjoy a week full of adventure.

September 4 | Friday

• 15.00 | 8th International Belarusian Song Festival “Vosenjskija zory” | Daugavpils Culture Palace, Smilšu Street 92
• 16.00 | Opening of the exhibition of reproductions of M. K. Čurļonis’s paintings “Čurļonis – Columbus of the New Spiritual Continent” | Grīva Cultural Space, Komunālā Street 2
• 16.00 | Ceramics workshop | Rotko Museum Craft House, 18. novembra Street 8
• 16.00 | Opening of the joint exhibition “A Colorful Summer Touch” of paintings by members of the “I.V. Darbnīca” art studio | Piekraste Library, Aveņu Street 40
• 17.00 | Opening of Jana Kravčonoka’s solo exhibition “Where Silence Blooms” | “Park Hotel Latgola,” Ģimnāzijas Street 46 
• 18.00 | “BACK TO SCHOOL” youth disco | “One More Club,” Viestura Street 53
• 22.00 | Back to School | One More Club, Viestura Street 53

September 5 | Saturday

• 8.10 | “Tandēmā 2026” Feeder Fishing Championship | Ruģeļi Reservoir
• 12.00 | Harvest Festival in Grīva | Grīva Cultural Center, Komunālā Street 2
• 17.00 | Game | Mafia | “Pagalmiņš” Café, Andreja Pumpura Street 85
• 18.00 | Performance | Very Important Person (VIP) | Daugavpils Theater, Rīgas Street 22A
• 21.00 | Party Time Back | Park Hotel Latgola Lobby Bar, Ģimnāzijas Street 46
• 22.00 | Back to School | One More Club, Viestura Street 53

September 6 | Sunday

• 12.00 | Taisija Zinova’s solo violin concert | Daugavpils Martin Luther Cathedral, 18. novembra iela 66
• 14.00 | “Homo Novus” Festival performance “River Tours. Daugava” | Bruģa street Promenade
• 18.00 | “Homo Novus” Festival performance “River Tours: The Daugava” | Daugavpils Fortress Promenade

September 8 | Monday

• 13.00 | Meeting with poet and translator Arvis Viguls | LCB Family Digital Activity Center, 22A Rīgas Street
• 18.00 | Literary and musical evening “Readings of Maksim Bogdanovich’s Poems” | Forštate Cultural Space, Vidzemes Street 41A
• 18.30 | Performance | The Eldest Son | Daugavpils Theater Experimental Hall, Rīgas Street 22A 

September 9 | Wednesday

• 16.00 | Launch celebration for the poetry collection “Poetry Days 2026” and open mic | Vienības Nams Media Hall, Rīgas Street 22A 
• 16.00 | Museum for Children | What I Can Say with Colors | Rothko Museum, Mihaila Street 3

September 10 | Thursday

• 11.00 | “Poetry Rally” – an orientation game for school groups | Andreja Pumpura Square
• 16.00 | Opening of Darja Smirnova’s textile exhibition “Intuition. Knowledge. Hope.” | Polish House, Varšavas Street 30 
• 16.00 | Ceramics workshop | Rotko Museum Craft House, 18. novembra Street 8
• 18.00 | Contemporary dance performance “No Address” by the “Efera” dance studio | Daugavpils University Concert Hall “V-13,” Vienības Street 13
• 18.00 | Concert program “Poetry on Black-and-White Keys” featuring actors from the Daugavpils Theater | Media Hall of the Vienības House, Rīgas Street 22A
• 18.30 | Performance | The Eldest Son | Daugavpils Theater Experimental Hall, Rīgas Street 22A

More information about the events: http://daugavpils.lv/afisa

Movie screening schedule (Daugavpils Culture palace): https://dkp.lv/kino/

Movie screening schedule (StarLineCinema, Cietokšņa street 60): https://starlinekino.lv/

Daugavpils Theater performance schedule: http://daugavpilsteratris.lv

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On the evening of 23 May, the Rothko Museum will light up for the European Night of Museums. Visitors can look forward to exhibitions, artist talks, creative workshops and interactive events across the museum and the wider Daugavpils Fortress, where art will come alive through sight, touch and participation.

From 8pm to 11pm, the museum storage facility at 2 Komandanta Street will present two exhibitions centred on material ethics – “My Gentle Friend: Awakened Textiles” by the Faustas Latėnas Art School in Zarasai, Lithuania, and “Multimetamorphoses” by the Rothko Museum Youth Club. Between 8pm and 9pm, visitors of all ages are invited to take part in creative workshops focused on textile printing and imaginative ways of reusing pre-loved fabrics.

In the fortress casemates, audiences can discover the Rothko Museum’s contemporary ceramics collection. The earthen medium remains centre stage in the outdoor gallery 4METRI at 8 Hospitāļa Street, where an exhibition will showcase work from “Ceramic Laboratory 2026”, an international symposium bringing together artists from eight countries. Both venues will be open from 8pm to 11pm.

At the Rothko Museum’s main building, 3 Mihaila Street, Museum Night will begin in the late afternoon. At 6pm, visitors are invited to meet the Finnish artist Rose-Mari Torpo, who will introduce her exhibition “Strange Light”.

From 8pm to 11pm, four exhibitions will be on view: “Habitus” by the Daugavpils artist Jūlija Verbicka-Vasiļjeva; “Borderland”, bringing together 60 artists from Latgale; “Ways of Seeing” from the RZ Collection; and “Strange Light” by Rose-Mari Torpo.

Younger visitors will be able to explore “Clay Pixels”, an interactive digital installation marking the 95th anniversary of the ceramic artist Pēteris Martinsons. The work invites audiences not only to observe, but also to contribute.

 All events are free and open to the public.

Publicity image: Museum Night at the Rothko Museum by Didzis Grodzs

Information: Rothko Museum

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With the opening of an exhibition at 4METRI Gallery, the international ceramics symposium Ceramic Laboratory 2026 gets under way in Daugavpils, bringing together fifteen artists for a three-week residency that leads to a final exhibition at the Rothko Museum.

Now in its fourteenth year, the symposium is run by the Latvian Centre for Contemporary Ceramics in partnership with the Rothko Museum. For three weeks, Daugavpils becomes a working studio: artists test techniques, refine their practice, push the limits of the material and develop new bodies of work that feed into the broader landscape of contemporary ceramics.

This year’s edition brings together nine international artists and six from Latvia. The public programme opens with an introductory exhibition on 30 April, 1pm, at 4METRI Gallery (8 Hospitāļa Street). On 6 and 7 May at 3pm, the Rothko Museum (3 Mihaila Street) hosts artist talks. The symposium concludes with an exhibition of newly created works, opening at the Rothko Museum on 15 May at 4pm. Admission to all public events is free.

Inviting audiences to experience the symposium’s public programme, its long-time curator Aivars Baranovskis reflects:

“Work of lasting value begins here. Different schools, experiences and aesthetics come together, as artists push the language of contemporary ceramics forward with consistency and ambition, while continuing to shape Daugavpils as one of the region’s leading centres for the medium.”

The 2026 symposium brings together artists from Switzerland, Canada, Italy, the United States, Germany, Poland and Portugal, alongside participants from Latvia. The line-up includes Robin Kerr (Switzerland), Joon Hee Kim (Canada), Fausto Salvi (Italy), Jessica Smith (USA), Roxy Lee (Germany), Malwina Kowalewska (Poland), Yola Vale (Portugal), Michał Żesławski (Poland), Hanna Miadzvedzeva (Poland/Belarus), and from Latvia – Juta Rindina, Lilija Zeiļa, Una Gura, Nellija Dzalba, Kristīne Nicmane and Ilona Abdulajeva.

The symposium is supported by the Daugavpils City Council and the State Culture Capital Foundation of Latvia.

Publicity images: symposium in progress (photos by Didzis Grodzs)

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Continuing its series of city tours, the Daugavpils City Council Tourism Department invites residents and visitors to meet at Unity Square on Sunday, April 26, at 12.00 PM for an educational and exciting tour of Daugavpils led by the charismatic guide Artūrs Fišers.

The tour will begin at the city’s central meeting point—Unity Square—from where participants, accompanied by the guide, will take a leisurely walk to the Daugavpils Fortress, learning along the way about the city’s development and the most significant historical events that have shaped Daugavpils’ identity.

At the end of the tour, a visit is planned to the Daugavpils Technical and Industrial Design Center “Engineers’ Arsenal,” which houses the largest exhibition of vintage vehicles in Latgale. At “Engineers’ Arsenal,” visitors will find four diverse exhibition zones that showcase the development of industrial design and specialized machinery, Soviet-era vehicles, the world of motorcycles, and the elegance of Western cars: from Rolls-Royce to Aston Martin. The exhibition features more than 40 vintage cars, 80 motorcycles and mopeds, as well as a rich selection of accessories and car and motorcycle models.

Visitors will have the opportunity not only to view some of the exhibits but also to get a closer look—they can sit on some of them (e.g., the JAWA 350) to gain a more authentic impression of the historic vehicles.

Please note that the guide service is free of charge during the city sightseeing tour, while admission to the “Engineers’ Arsenal” is subject to a fee, and participants are responsible for paying for their own admission tickets. Admission for groups of 10 or more people costs 8.00 per person. Schoolchildren, students, and seniors receive a 50% discount upon presentation of valid ID. The ticket price for this tour includes the services of an “Engineers’ Arsenal” guide.

Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.

Tour details:

· The tour begins on April 26 at 12.00 PM at Unity Square;

· Duration: 1.5 hours;

· The tour will be conducted in Latvian and one foreign language—Russian or English—depending on the participants’ choice;

· the tour guide service is FREE, but participants must cover the cost of admission tickets to tourist sites themselves;

· registration: +371 26444810.

Informāciju sagatavoja

Daugavpils valstspilsētas pašvaldības

Tūrisma nodaļa,
tālr.: +371 65422818, +371 26444810,
e-pasta adrese turisms@daugavpils.lv,

vietne www.visitdaugavpils.lv,

sociālo tīklu konti:

www.facebook.com/Daugavpils.travel
www.facebook.com/Daugavpils.Events

www.instagram.com/daugavpils.travel

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On May 2, Daugavpils will host the opening of the motorcycle season “Run Number One 2026”. The day promises to be full of action: a gathering of motorcycle enthusiasts on the main square, a motorcycle parade through the city streets, and a rock concert.

The motorcycle column will start from Vienības Square. From 11:00, representatives of various motorcycle clubs and motorsport fans will begin to arrive. At 12:30, the engines will be started, and the column will set off on a festive parade ride through the city. After that, the motorcade will continue along the route “Daugavpils – Vecsaliena Manor Castle”.

Programme:
11:00–13:00 — gathering of participants at Vienības Square
13:00–13:30 — motorcycle parade through the streets of Daugavpils
13:30–15:00 — ride along the Latgale roads to Vecsaliena Manor Castle
15:30–20:00 — rock concert

Information: “Road’s Knights”

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Daugavpils city will celebrate its 751st anniversary with a diverse cultural and entertainment programme. The City Festival, held under the motto “Daugava unites. Daugavpils celebrates”, will take place from June 5 to 7.

Throughout the festival, Daugavpils will transform into a vibrant hub of cultural, artistic and recreational events, offering something for every visitor — from concerts and creative workshops to sports activities, exhibitions and family‑friendly programmes.

As part of the celebrations, the traditional parade and festive fireworks show will also take place. This year, the fireworks will be accompanied by a light-and-music performance, uniting the artists and groups performing on the main stage at Unity Square. The festival’s musical programme includes:

• Friday, June 5 — Intars Busulis with “Abonementa Orķestris” and the band “Bermudu Divstūris”.
• Saturday, June 6 — rock musician Miks Galvanovskis, the internationally recognised “Bon Jovi” tribute band “New Jersey – Bon Jovi Tribute”, and the band “A‑Europa”.

SEE THE FULL PROGRAMME HERE.

On the first day of the festival, the main stage at Unity Square will open with a concert featuring the winners of the young talent competition. This will be a special opportunity to hear the laureates of the Latvian Regional Children’s and Youth Vocal Competition “Ceļā uz Lielo skatuvi”, who will perform together with the professional orchestras of the Daugavpils City Municipal Institution “Vienības nams”.

As the organisers of the City Festival note, “The festival highlights the city’s diversity, creativity, and sense of unity. This year’s programme also emphasises the idea of togetherness, as shared festive moments strengthen the bonds between people, cultures, and generations.”

The organisers invite everyone to join the celebrations and help create an unforgettable atmosphere in Daugavpils.

The Daugavpils City Festival is organised by the Daugavpils City Municipality and its municipal institutions.

Information:
DVPI “Vienības nams”

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On Easter, April 6, residents of Daugavpils and visitors are invited to participate in the event. “Vienības nams” is organizing Easter celebrations at Unity Square, with a variety of festive activities for the whole family.

The event participants will be entertained by the folklore group “Svātra”, the folklore ensemble “Dzīsme”, and guests of the event – the band “Augusti”, creating a true Latvian festive atmosphere with songs, games, and the joy of being together.

Together with the Mobile Game Park, everyone will be able to find the most exciting Easter attractions for themselves, as well as participate in traditional holiday activities and fun entertainment for both children and adults.

Due to weather conditions, the event will be held in the Unity House concert hall.

Information:
DVPI “Vienības nams”
Phone: +371 654 27552
E-mail: kultura@daugavpils.lv

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In caring for the population of the large gull and other specially protected bird species, during the bird nesting season from March 1 to August 1, a part of the Esplanade Wetland trail that leads through the swamp will be closed to visitors!

In the swampy area of the park, next to the Latgale Zoo, there is a Wetland Trail, which is about one and a half kilometres long. The trail is equipped with several observation platforms and shelters, allowing to observe birds and animals. It is a unique place in the Esplanade neighborhood of Daugavpils, where rare and protected animal and plant species can be found.

City residents and visitors can still take walks along the Wetland Trail from the Esplanade Park side and visit the viewing platforms.

During this period, city residents and visitors are invited to explore the variety of nature by visiting Latgale Zoo or using the virtual opportunities provided by the mobile app “Latgales Zoo-Mitrājs,” which is available free of charge for Android devices in the Google Play app store.

Information: Daugavpils City Municipality Public Relations Department 

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Set off on an orienteering adventure and discover the city of Daugavpils! Explore its most iconic landmarks and its most mysterious hidden corners. Play on your own or with a team and put your creativity, agility and sharp eye to the challenge.

Game Description
People say that Daugavpils, much like Mark Rothko’s color palette, has many shades. During this orienteering game, participants have the chance to experience the city’s diversity — discovering not only its well‑known landmarks but also its hidden gems and unexpected artworks.

One of the stops on the route is the so‑called “student area”, where your attention may be drawn to the figure of Pavel Dubrovin with his four‑legged companion, the residents of the Latgale Zoo, or the exhibition visible through the window of the Shmakovka Museum. The game challenges not only your navigation skills in an urban environment but also your knowledge of various historical and cultural facts.

To ensure an engaging and unpredictable experience, the route includes both permanent objects and those that may change over time. This means that some items mentioned in the tasks may have disappeared, been replaced, demolished, repainted, or damaged. Weather conditions — rain, snow, or fog — may also affect access to or visibility of certain locations.

Points of interest: 59
Mode of travel: on foot
Distance: 8 km
Estimated game time: 2+ hours
Team size: 2–4 people
Language: Latvian and English

Participation requires a purchased game code.
Buy your game code HERE.

What is Roadgames?
Roadgames is an interactive team‑based orienteering and adventure game played in the real world through a mobile app. It combines city exploration with educational and creative challenges, allowing players to discover new places while moving on foot, by car, or by bike.

The games are designed for friends, families, and corporate team‑building. Participants download the app, create a team, and navigate the map while collecting points for completing tasks.

How to participate?
To join the game, you need to download the Roadgames app. Once the game begins, the map and tasks become available in the app. Participants must travel to the marked locations to complete on‑site challenges, as well as take part in additional tasks that are not tied to a specific spot.

The goal of the game is to earn as many points as possible by strategically choosing tasks and competing against other teams.

The full game rules are available at Roadgames.lv.

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The two‑year Latvia–Lithuania cross‑border cooperation project “Digital Crafts Tourism” (D-tour) has concluded, resulting in the creation of a new cultural tourism route. The route consists of five digital exhibitions, each highlighting a different field of traditional craftsmanship.

At the beginning of January 2026, the Latgale Planning Region, in cooperation with the Daugavpils City Municipality institution Vienības nams and Krāslava Municipality, invited visitors on a journey through time. Opening celebrations of new, contemporary digital exhibitions took place in Daugavpils and Krāslava, offering an opportunity to explore ancient craft skills, traditional ways of life, and the values of wooden architecture through a modern, interactive digital format.

On 7 January, the doors of the Craftsmanship and Life Wisdom Exhibition opened to visitors at the Traditions House of Daugavpils Unity House. The exhibition is dedicated to the world of the Latgalian farmstead – a place where everyday life, work, and family traditions unfolded through the changing seasons. It offers a contemporary interpretation of ancient crafts, allowing visitors to discover them through visual imagery, sound, hands-on activities, and interactive storytelling.

From early morning, children and young people visited the Traditions House to take part in creative activities together with local historian Evija Maļkeviča-Grundele, bathhouse master Dzintra Abarone, splint basket-weaving craftsman Andris Kačkāns, and blacksmith Edgars Vronskis. Together with the head of the Traditions House, Baiba Pankjāne, children explored the new exhibition and, under the guidance of the masters, learned how threads were made in the past, the significance of the traditional bathhouse, and how splint baskets and metal jewellery were crafted.

In the evening, the celebration was enriched by songs performed by the folklore group Svātra of Daugavpils Unity House. Guests were addressed by Līvija Jankovska, Member of the Daugavpils City Council and Chair of the Committee on Education, Culture and Social Affairs; Iveta Maļina-Tabūne, Head of the Administration of the Latgale Planning Region and Manager of the Latgale Special Economic Zone; Ints Bērziņš, Head of the smart technologies company SIA Solavi; Director of Unity House Diāna Soldāne; and senior expert of the Latvia–Lithuania Programme, Līga Upeniece.

On 8 January, the multimedia exhibition “THE CODE OF WOOD. The Values of Krāslava’s Wooden Architecture” was opened in Krāslava. The exhibition tells the story of the importance of wood in Latgale’s cultural environment and craftsmanship. Visitors can explore the development of Krāslava’s wooden buildings, view traditional craftsmen’s tools and decorative elements, and take part in creative activities that reveal the construction principles and aesthetic qualities of wooden architecture.

On the opening day, workshops for children and young people were led by woodcraft master Aivars Andžāns. Musician and instrument maker Aleksandrs Maijers introduced visitors to the world of wooden musical instruments. Many attendees gathered for a discussion with architect Ģertrūde Rasnača on the distinctive features of single-farmstead wooden architecture in South Latgale.

The opening event was moderated by Sarmīte Teivāne, Project Manager of Digital Crafts Tourism. Welcoming speeches were delivered by Inese Vorslova, Deputy Executive Director of Krāslava Municipality for Financial Affairs; Alla Lomanovska, Acting Director of the Krāslava Regional Museum; exhibition creator Didzis Jaunzems; and senior expert of the Latvia–Lithuania Programme, Līga Upeniece. A special atmosphere was created by the musical performances of instrument maker and musician Aleksandrs Maijers.

The celebrations were organised by the lead partner of the project Digital Crafts Tourism – the Latgale Planning Region (Latvia), together with all project partners: Daugavpils City Municipality institution Vienības nams (Latvia), Krāslava Municipality (Latvia), Anykščiai Art Incubator – Art Gallery (Lithuania), and the Administration of Panevėžys District Municipality (Lithuania).

Iveta Maļina-Tabūne, Head of the Administration of the Latgale Planning Region and Manager of the Latgale Special Economic Zone, emphasises that in order to preserve and promote traditional cultural values more effectively and to pass on the knowledge and skills of intangible cultural heritage practitioners to future generations, it is essential to diversify approaches and introduce modern methods and tools. Direct, in-person transmission of skills from tradition bearers is not always possible, making digital solutions increasingly important.

Overall, five digital exhibitions have been opened within the project:
– the Latgalian farmstead at the Traditions House in Daugavpils;
– wooden architecture and woodcarving at the Krāslava Palace Complex;
– ceramics at the Anykščiai Art Incubator – Art Gallery;
– flax weaving and traditional folk musical instruments in Upytė village, Panevėžys district.

The newly opened exhibitions demonstrate that cultural heritage can be vibrant, engaging, and contemporary. They not only tell stories of the past but also inspire visitors to reflect on the role of craftsmanship and architecture today.

The Craftsmanship and Life Wisdom Exhibition in Daugavpils and “The Code of Wood” exhibition in Krāslava remain open to visitors – to everyone who wishes to experience the stories of Latgale in a digital, emotional, and deeply personal way.

The project “Digital crafts tourism” (acronym D-tour; No LL-00100) is co-funded by the European Union. The project is implemented within the Interreg VI-A Latvia-Lithuania Programme 2021-2027.

The total project budget is EUR 697 275.  The project is co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund with EUR 557 820.

Interreg VI-A Latvia–Lithuania Programme 2021–2027 aims to enhance the sustainable and cohesive socioeconomic development of its regions by fostering competitiveness and attractiveness for residents, students, workers, and visitors alike, thereby creating environments conducive to living, studying, working, and visiting.

Programme website: http://www.latlit.eu. About the project: latlit.eu/theprojects/d-tour/.

This publication has been produced with the financial assistance of the European Union. The content of this publication is the sole responsibility of the Latgale Planning Region and does not necessarily represent the official position of the European Parliament.

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Raiņa Centre operates under the Latgale Central Library and offers interactive guided tours and cultural activities. Visitors can explore the history, cultural heritage, and notable personalities of the left bank of the Daugava River in Daugavpils.

The centre’s exhibition is dedicated to three notable personalities connected with this historical school: the Latvian poet, playwright, translator, theatre practitioner, journalist, and politician Jānis Pliekšāns – Rainis; the botanist, mathematician, and philosopher Kārlis Reinholds Kupfers; and the graphic artist Rihards Zariņš, one of the creators of the Latvian national coat of arms and the author of designs for banknotes, securities, and coins. The centre offers guided tours and creative workshops for school groups, families, and adult visitors.

Permanent Exhibition
Raiņa Centre is located in the building of the former Grīva German School and Rainis Secondary School No. 6. Many outstanding personalities studied here, and their achievements in various fields have made a significant contribution to the development of Latvian culture and science.

Guided Tour “Different Times – Different School”
During the tour, participants learn how schools developed in the Daugavpils area, what characterised German schools in the 19th century, and which subjects Rainis studied. Visitors can explore the most interesting historical events and secrets of the school building and its surroundings, and take part in practical activities by tackling tasks from old school subjects such as calligraphy, poetry writing, rhetoric, or natural sciences.

The tour is available in Latvian, Russian, and English.
Group size: 6–30 participants (larger groups are divided into two).
Materials are included in the ticket price.
Duration: 1 hour.

Creative Workshops
In the workshop “Let’s Get Acquainted – GRAPHICS!” participants explore the works of R. Zariņš, the types of seals created by R. Kupfers, the diversity of graphic techniques, and create their own graphic artwork. Each workshop focuses on creative experimentation and discovering materials and techniques, inspired by the unique legacy of Rainis, Kupfers, and Zariņš. Raiņa Centre provides all necessary materials.

Group size: 6–16 participants.
Duration: 1 hour.

PRICE LIST

Address:
Komunālā iela 2, Daugavpils

Opening hours:
Monday–Friday: 11:00–18:00
Saturday–Sunday: closed
It is also possible to visit the centre at a different time arranged individually in advance.

Information:
Latgale Central Library
Phone: +371 29528218
E-mail: raina.centrs@lcb.lv
Facebook: Raiņa centrs

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Contributing your artwork is simple. Scan the QR code on a sheet and follow the instructions on your device to photograph and upload your coloured drawing. Your creation will appear on the exhibition’s screen in 3D, alongside the contributions of other visitors.

“Clay Pixels” is on view and open to visitor participation on the museum’s top floor throughout 2026.

The exhibition has been realised in collaboration with “We Rock” and with the support of Latvia’s Culture Capital Foundation.

Born in Daugavpils on 28 January 1931, Pēteris Martinsons (1931–2013) made history as Latvia’s most internationally celebrated 20th-century ceramicist. His pioneering work transformed Latvian ceramics, establishing it as a vibrant and contemporary artistic medium. The Rothko Museum holds an extensive collection of his works, with hundreds on permanent display in the museum’s ceramic gallery, Martinsons House. Since 2016, the museum has hosted the international Martinsons Award exhibition as part of the Latvia Ceramics Biennale, honouring his legacy and celebrating the enduring vitality of the ceramic medium.

Publicity images: “Clay Pixels” at the Rothko Museum (photographed by Santa Suhanova)

For more information, please contact

Inga Gedžūne, Rothko Museum

+371 26070651

inga.gedzune@daugavpils.lv

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SIA “Daugavpils satiksme” offers a unique opportunity – a ride through Daugavpils on a retro tram built in the mid‑20th century at the Riga Wagon Factory.

The ride can be complemented with a guided tour covering the city’s history as well as its cultural and historical landmarks.

The retro tram is an authentic mid-20th-century vehicle that has been remarkably well-preserved. It is suitable for hosting various events – birthday celebrations, family gatherings, or, for example, excursions for school groups or company teams.

The retro tram route combines two popular Daugavpils tram lines (routes No. 1 and No. 3). The total distance is 16 km, and the ride takes approximately one hour.

Two retro trams are available:
– Tram No. 65, suitable for groups of up to 24 people, equipped with 8 tables;
– Tram No. 61, suitable for groups of up to 36 people, without tables.

The retro tram tour is available by prior arrangement only. To book, please contact SIA “Daugavpils satiksme” by phone +371 20012140 or e-mail: reklama@dsatiksme.lv.

A retro tram ride can also be booked online by filling out the application form on the “Daugavpils satiksme” website. A reservation calendar is available there, allowing visitors to choose the most convenient day and time for the ride.

Information: SIA “Daugavpils satiksme”
Photos: Sergejs Kuzņecovs

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As February 14 – Valentine’s Day, the Day of Love – approaches, the Latgale Culinary Heritage Centre “Šmakovka” once again invites everyone to celebrate love in a special way. Throughout the entire month of February, visitors will have the opportunity to take part in the romantic and exciting Valentine’s Day quest “We Met in Šmakovka!”.

During the quest, couples will be able to test their knowledge, intuition, and teamwork skills by completing tasks that lead them through the Šmakovka Centre’s exhibition, revealing the flavours, traditions, and stories of Latgale. It is not only a chance to spend quality time together but also to create new, heartfelt memories.

We invite you to embrace the adventure and let your hearts meet in Šmakovka – a place where love and the spirit of Latgale intertwine in one story.

Advance reservation is required.

Contacts:
Phone: +371 25666201
smakovka@daugavpils.lv
www.facebook.com/SmakovkasMuzejs
www.smakovka.lv

Address: Rīgas iela 22A, Daugavpils

Illustration by: Guna Gamazina

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Daugavpils invites you to experience a winter holiday season filled with miracles! From child-friendly performances and musical concerts to creative activities and New Year’s Eve celebrations — the city offers a wide range of events for the whole family.

HOLIDAY PROGRAM

December – the Month of Winter Miracles

December 27

• 10:00 – 15:00

Charity fair and concert

Shopping centre “Ditton”

• 10:00

Christmas performance for children “Dwarfs` Winter Fairy Tale”

Unity House Concert Hall Foyer, Rīgas Street 22a

Tickets: at the “Biļešu paradīze” box office and online

• 13:00 – 17:00

Closing day of the Christmas residence

Imperatora Street 8, Engineering Arsenal, activities both in the yard and indoors

• 14:30

Interactive performance “The Grinch in the Golden Fairy Tale” at the miracle workshop “Astra”

Vienības Square

Registration by phone: 25144770

• 16:30

Interactive performance “The Grinch in the Golden Fairy Tale” at the miracle workshop “Astra”

Vienības Square

Registration by phone: 25144770

• 17:00

End-of-year concert “For My City”

Rothko Museum Concert Hall, Mihaila Street 3, Free admission

• 17:00 and 18:00

The Little Prince’s Christmas Musical Tram

Tickets: at the “Biļešu paradīze” box office and online

• 18:00

Musical performance “Nutcracker”

Daugavpils Palace of Culture, Smilšu Street 92

December 28

• 11:00

Christmas performance for children “Dwarfs` Winter Fairy Tale”

Unity House Concert Hall Foyer, Rīgas Street 22a

Tickets: at the “Biļešu paradīze” box office and online

• 11:00

Creative master class “Christmas Tree in 3D” at the miracle workshop “Astra”

Vienības Square

Registration by phone: 25144770

• 12:00

Performance „New Year`s Commotion”

Daugavpils Palace of Culture, Smilšu Street 92

Tickets: at the “Biļešu paradīze” box office and online

• 14:00

Master class “Christmas Tree Decoration” at the miracle workshop “Astra”

Vienības Square

Registration by phone: 25144770

• 16:00

Concert “Christmas Musical Cocktail”

Unity House Concert Hall, Rīgas Street 22a

Tickets: at the “Biļešu paradīze” box office and online

December 29

• 11:00

Christmas performance for children “Dwarfs` Winter Fairy Tale”

Unity House Concert Hall Foyer, Rīgas Street 22a

Tickets: at the “Biļešu paradīze” box office and online

• 11:00

Creative class “Creative Reading in the Museum” at the Rothko Museum

Mihaila Street 3, Daugavpils

Registration: mairita.folkmane@daugavpils.lv or by phone +371 26564817

• 12:00

Master class “Little Princess” at the miracle workshop “Astra”

Vienības Square

Registration by phone: 25144770

• 14:30

“Golden Fairy Tale” at the miracle workshop “Astra”

Vienības Square

Registration by phone: 25144770

December 30

• 11:00

Creative class “Creative Crafts and Where to Store Them?”

Mihaila Street 3, Daugavpils

Registration: mairita.folkmane@daugavpils.lv or by phone +371 26564817

• 14:00

Holiday program “Santa’s Mail” at the miracle workshop “Astra”

Vienības Square

Registration by phone: 25144770

• 15:30

Holiday program “Santa’s Mail” at the miracle workshop “Astra”

Vienības Square

Registration by phone: 25144770

• 16:00

Performance “Three Baba Yagas and the New Year”

Daugavpils Palace of Culture, Smilšu Street 92

• 17:00 and 18:00

The Little Prince’s Christmas Musical Tram

Tickets: at the “Biļešu paradīze” box office and online

• 18:00

New Year`s Run

Vienības Square

December 31 – New Year’s Eve

Starting from 11:00 p.m., immerse yourselves in the rhythms of dance music!

Shortly before midnight – New Year’s Message of the President and greetings!

We`ll ring in 2026 with the Latvian anthem and festive fireworks!

The celebrations will continue at the Night Disco until 3:00 a.m.

January – Holiday Season Continues

• January 1 to 4:

Weekdays: 17:00-18:00; weekends and holidays 16:00-17:00

Moments of joy for children with fairy-tale and cartoon characters

Vienības Square

• January 1 to 7:

17:00–20:00

Musical walks in the Christmas spirit

Dubrovin Park, A.Pumpurs Square

• January 5

17:00 and 18:00

The Little Prince’s Christmas Musical Tram

Tickets: at the “Biļešu paradīze” box office and online

Lights, music, laughter and the joy of being together – come and experience the magic of winter holidays in Daugavpils!

May every moment be filled with warmth and holiday miracles with your family and friends.

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The city has prepared a wide and warm program of events that will delight both children and adults. From the lighting of the Christmas tree and creative workshops to musical events and a Christmas residence – Daugavpils invites you to experience a holiday season filled with miracles.

HOLIDAY PROGRAM

November – beginning of the holiday

November 29 at 16:00

Lighting the first candle in the city’s Advent wreath

Square near St. Peter`s in Chains Roman Catholic Church

November 30 at 17:00

Lighting of the city’s main Christmas tree “When the Stars Light up the Christmas Tree…”

Vienības/Unity Square

December – a month of holiday miracles

December 1 to 30 (weekdays 17:00-18:00; weekends and holidays 16:00-17:00)

Moments of joy for children: meetings with fairy-tale and cartoon characters

Vienības/Unity Square

December 1 to January 4 (weekdays 17:00-18:00; weekends and holidays 16:00-17:00)

Miracle workshop “Astra” (“Chucha Chacha” program)

Registration by phone: +371 25144770

December 1 to 20

Rides on The Little Prince’s Christmas Musical Tram (for children aged 4 to 9)

Registration by phone: +371 25144770

December 3 at 17:00 and 18:30

Master class “Porcelain Christmas tree decorations”

Tickets: at the “Biļešu paradīze” box office

House of Traditions, Rīgas Street 22a

December 4 at 17:20 

Master class “Crocheted Christmas tree decorations”

Tickets: at the “Biļešu paradīze” box office

House of Traditions, Rīgas Street 22a

December 11 at 17:20

Master class “Gingerbread baskets”

Tickets: at the “Biļešu paradīze” box office

House of Traditions, Rīgas Street 22a

December 12 at 16:00

Christmas graphics workshop for families “Welcome to the Museum!”

Participation fee: 6 EUR

Registration by phone: 26564817

Rothko Museum, Mihaila Street 3

For families and children

December 5 at 17:30

Family game “In the Footsteps of St. Nicholas”

Free participation

Polish Cultural Centre, Varšavas Street 30

December 13 at 14:00 – 18:00

Opening of the Christmas residence

Engineering Arsenal, Imperatora Street 8

December 16 at 18:00

Christmas concert performance “On the Planet of the Little Prince”

Free admission

Unity House Concert Hall, Rīgas Street 22a

December 19 at 17:00 and December 20 at 11:00

Family event “Christmas Quiz”

Free participation

Registration by phone: 65449090

Latgale Central Library, Rīgas Street 22A

December 20 at 13:00 – 17:00

Christmas residence

Engineering Arsenal, Imperatora Street 8

Second Day of Christmas – December 26

16:00

Free microphone for children with Santa Claus, Snow Maiden and fairy-tale characters

Vienības/Unity Square

17:00

Concert “Feel Christmas” by the band “Eridana”

Vienības/Unity Square

 Go on a holiday adventure with your family to Daugavpils!

Lights, traditions, warmth and the joy of being together – all of this awaits you in our city.

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The Rīgas Street Festival will take place in Daugavpils on September 13th. The festival will take place for the 12th time. The Rīgas Street Festival is a special story, which comes to life every year along the city’s main pedestrian artery.

Music, light installations, dances, art and craft workshops make a unique atmosphere where everyone will find something interesting for themselves.

During the event, the entire Rīga Street will be divided into several thematic sectors – musical stages; creative art section — graffiti, airbrushing, painting; craft workshops – blacksmithing, ceramics and more; in the auto section will be available for viewing American cars, drift cars and motorcycles, also  live sculptures, puppet theatre and  dances performances.

The Rīgas Street Festival was first held in the early 1990s, in 2014 it was revived and since then has been held annually in September. Nowadays, it’s one of the most awaited events in Daugavpils’ cultural life. Rigas Street is a special part of the city’s history: street is one of the first pedestrian streets in Latvia, an important cultural and architectural environment, where tradition meets modernity.

Rīgas Street Festival is hosted by Daugavpils City Council institutions “Vienības nams” Latvian and Latgalian Cultural Centre. Supported by Daugavpils City Council. Creative team of the Festival: Māris Susejs, Līga Čible un Sergejs Vasiļjevs.

Please be advised that photography and filming will be taken at the event for publicity and historical needs of the Daugavpils City Coucil.

Information:
“Vienības nams”
Latvian and Latgalian Cultural Centre
Telephone: +371 20613225
www.vienibasnams.lv

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On June 1, on the last day of the City Festival in Daugavpils, a car show hosted by the “Rolling Team” community will take place in the courtyard of the Centre of Technics and Industrial Design «Engineering Arsenal». The event will be held from 10:00 to 17:00. Many cars of different categories from Latvia and Lithuania will take part in the show.

Different contests are planned within the event:

– competition of the most powerful exhaust;

– competition of car audio systems;

– contests for all visitors and other surprises.

Entrance to this event (courtyard) is free of charge.

Let’s celebrate the 750th anniversary of Daugavpils together!

Information: “Rolling Team”

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From 29 May to 1 June, Daugavpils will celebrate its 750th anniversary. This year, the city’s celebrations will expand considerably, offering a varied and rich programme of culture and entertainment.

The celebrations will begin on Thursday, 29 May, at the Daugavpils Fortress, where visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy a musical programme in the courtyard of the Rothko Museum – a cabaret concert performance “THIS IS LIFE …”. This musical and theatrical experience will create a special atmosphere where passion, music and the performance of outstanding artists will merge into one breathtaking evening.

On Friday, 30 May, three stages will be set up in the city centre for concerts offering a varied musical programme. Visitors will be able to enjoy attractions, a wide range of markets and outdoor cafés starting on Friday.

On Friday afternoon, 30 May, the Rothko Museum will open its Summer Exhibition Season and Daugavpils Fortress will host a concert by “PALÚ” and “House of Berries”. The festivities will continue in the city centre – in parks, squares and Rīgas Street, as well as on the main stage at the Unity Square, where the performance of the drum and bagpipe band “AUĻI”, the band “LATGALĪŠU REPS”, the concert programme “ABBORN, “ABBA” and the musical show “RICO SANCHEZ and “The GIPSIES” will be held.

On Saturday, 31 May, the city centre will become the epicentre of the festivities. Music, entertainment and various activities will take place throughout the day. There will also be a colourful festive parade, with the participation of both local residents and visitors. At the end of the day, a grand concert will take place in Vienības Square, which promises to be one of the highlights of the festival. “SUDDEN LIGHTS” and “Bi-2” will perform in the Unity Square.

For the second time, the international event “Tourism Street” will take place during the Daugavpils City Festival. Visitors will be able to get new ideas for their holidays in Daugavpils, other parts of Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia. During the event, professional advice and recommendations for planning an unforgettable holiday for different target audiences will be available. The “Tourism Street” will be open in the city centre – on Ģimnāzijas Street from Saules Street to Rīgas Street:
30 May from 15.00 to 19.00;
31 May from 10.00 to 19.00.

On Sunday, 1 June, youth will take over the baton with sports activities in Vienības Square. There will be a variety of events attracting sports enthusiasts, amateurs and others.

This year the Latgalian tradition of singing together turns 100 years old, and the Latgalian Song Festival celebrates its 85th anniversary. In this regard, the Latgalian Song Festival will take place on 1 June at the Stropi open air stage for the first time in the last 10 years. During the festival there will be several concerts. The culmination will be a big festive concert, which will bring together both Latgalian artists and guests from other parts of Latvia. The programme will include Latgalian folk songs and modern compositions.

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Daugavpils will celebrate its 750th anniversary from 29 May to 1 June. Daugavpils city has already started intensive work on the city’s celebration programme, which highlights not only the city’s significant anniversary, but also the 85th anniversary of the first Latgale Song Festival at the Stropu Stage.

This year, the cultural and entertainment programme of the City Festival will be extensive and diverse. The city’s cultural institutions will offer events with a strong focus on exploring the history of Daugavpils.

The celebrations will start on Thursday, 29 May, at the Daugavpils Fortress, where visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy a musical programme in the courtyard of the Rothko Museum.

On Friday, 30 May, three stages will be set up in the city centre for concerts offering a varied musical programme. Visitors will be able to enjoy attractions, a wide range of festive market stalls and outdoor cafés starting on Friday.

On Saturday 31 May, the city centre will become the epicentre of the festivities. Music, entertainment and activities will take place throughout the day. There will also be a colourful parade with the participation of both residents and visitors. At the end of the day, a grand concert will take place at the Unity Square, which promises to be one of the highlights of the festival. For the second time, the Daugavpils City Festival will feature a “Tourism Street”, where representatives of the Baltic tourism industry will offer their best tips and advice for an unforgettable holiday here in Daugavpils and in other places.

There will be a variety of events attracting sports enthusiasts, amateurs and others on Sunday, 1 June.

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Latgale tradition of communal singing and 85 years since the first Latgale Song Festival was held in Daugavpils. To celebrate this jubilee, the Latgale Song Festival will take place on 1 June at the Stropu Stage, featuring the most beautiful Latgalian folk songs and contemporary compositions. This festival is an important cultural event that celebrates Latvian singing culture, strengthens the identity of Latgale and promotes the development of local music and folk art. The Latgale Song Festival will include a number of cultural events, culminating in a large concert that will bring together local and regional artists, as well as guests from other parts of Latvia.

The programme of events will follow.

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1. Daugavpils has one of the most beautiful Christmas trees in Latvia
The Christmas season is the most magical and enchanting time of the year. A stately and magnificently decorated Christmas tree in Unity Square complements the festive atmosphere in Daugavpils every year.

This year, the Christmas tree in Daugavpils is decorated with Latvian symbols of strength. The mountain ash brings blessings and protects against bad energy. Red mountain ash is a source of vitamins for people and an excellent source of food for birds in the high season. Red-breasted woodpeckers, or redbreasts as they are popularly called, are winterers and willingly stay and spend the winter in coniferous forests. This year they have flown to Daugavpils to spend the winter. This is a great honour for the city, because redbreasts symbolize family values ​​and resilience. In turn, the “Auseklītis” (Morning star) in the decoration patterns is a sign of protection, symbolizing the struggle of light with darkness and protecting people.

Santa’s’ residence has opened in Daugavpils Fortress

2. From December 14 to 29, you can visit Santa’s’ residence in the yard of the Daugavpils Technical and Industrial Design Centre “Engineering Arsenal”. It hosts various activities and master classes, and Santa’s’ mailbox is also located there.

The yard of the “Engineering Arsenal” is opened for visitors from Wednesday to Sunday. Participation in activities and entrance to the yard is free.

3. The Rothko Museum has opened its Winter Exhibition Season

This Winter Exhibition Season, the Rothko Museum is hosting six Latvian and foreign exhibition projects. Among the most notable are the exhibition “Beginning and Light” by Italian artist Ernesto Morales and the emotionally profound message “I am at home” by Jekaterina Griškjāne.

Foto: Didzis Grodzs

4. You can visit Christmas markets in Daugavpils
December is the right time to capture the Christmas spirit and get gifts for your loved ones. During the pre-holiday period, from December 4th to 29th, charity fairs are held in the House of Unity and the Daugavpils Palace of Culture to support seniors and people with disabilities. At the fairs, you can buy handicrafts made by seniors and people with disabilities. A wide range of textile products are offered at the fairs – knitted and crocheted gloves, as well as socks and hats, costume jewellery and accessories.

On 21 December, from 10 am to 4 pm, a fair on Rigas Street will take place in Daugavpils. Visitors will be able to buy products from local producers and craftsmen, and other interesting things.

5. Stropi active rest and sports track – a great place for active recreation in winter
Rent skis, put them on your car roof and go enjoy the beautiful nature. Every year, ski slopes are created in the Stropu forest, where you can leisurely glide forward, enjoying the landscapes of the snowy forests.

You can indulge in the joy of cross-country skiing on the Stropi active rest and sports track. The track is fully illuminated, so you can ski during both daylight and dark hours. The track is designed for freestyle skiers, and its length is just under three kilometres.

6. Only in Daugavpils can you take a ride on a tram manufactured at the Riga Wagon Factory at the end of the last century

Dodoties braucienā ar retro tramvaju, ikvienam ir iespēja redzēt ne tikai pilsētas vēsturiskās vietas, bet arī ikdienas dzīvi Daugavpilī. No retro tramvaja logiem pavērsies brīnišķīgi skati uz nozīmīgākajiem pilsētas objektiem, ļaujot izbaudīt pilsētas arhitektūru un kultūru.

The retro tram tour is available by prior arrangement only. To book, please contact SIA “Daugavpils satiksme” by phone +371 20012140 or e-mail: reklama@dsatiksme.lv.

7. Daugavpils is easily accessible by public transport

All roads lead to Daugavpils! When traveling to Daugavpils, you have the opportunity to choose the most convenient form of public transport for yourself:

• With the new Lux Express bus route, Daugavpils is easily accessible even from Liepāja.
• Daugavpils is reachable by Flixbus buses from Vilnius, Warsaw, Tallinn, Prague and other European cities.
• On December 15, 2 new train routs to/from Daugavpils will be introduced, increasing the total number of train services to Daugavpils.

8. In Daugavpils, you can spend an unforgettable New Year’s Eve and enjoy a concert by the band “Citi zēni”

New Year’s Eve in Daugavpils will be bright and exciting. On December 31, from 23:00, a New Year’s Eve event will begin with dance music at Unity Square,
at 24:00 – New Year’s Eve, at 00:15 – a concert by the group “Citi zēni” and from 01:15 to 03:00 dance music will be played. At the culmination of the festivities, New Year’s fireworks will sparkle joyfully on Daugavpils.

9. At the Daugavpils Ice hall, you can enjoy the joy of skating with your family or friends.

Daugavpils Ice hall offers everyone the opportunity to improve your skating skills. Skating enthusiasts have the opportunity to enjoy skating with the stick.

10. Daugavpils invites you to enjoy an extensive holiday program that will delight both adults and children!

Until January 16, 2025, Daugavpils will mark the time of waiting and celebrating Christmas with various events and activities: from the lighting of the Advent wreath and the main holiday tree to Christmas and New Year, the celebrations of which, in anticipation of the 750th anniversary of Daugavpils, promise to be especially joyful and fun this time.

Information prepared by:
Department of Public Relations and Tourism of Daugavpils City Municipality
Tourist Service Centre
Phone: +371 65422818:
Mobile phone: +371 26444810
E-mail: turisms@daugavpils.lv
Web: www.visitdaugavpils.lv
Facebook: www.facebook.com/Daugavpils.travel
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Christmas season in Daugavpils will begin soon! On November 30th the first candle in the big Advent wreath will be lit, and on December 1st the main Christmas tree will be illuminated with colourful lights on the main square.

Various surprises await those who visit Daugavpils in December. The city will be lit up with Christmas lights! The city’s decorations this year will be dominated by bullfinches, rowan trees, traditional Latvian signs, glowing branches, as well as red, green and gold colour combinations that symbolise comfort, safety, strength and happiness.

On the eve of Advent, on November 30th, at 4 pm near St. Peter’s Catholic Church, a candle-lighting event on the big Advent wreath will take place.

On December 1st at 5 pm on Unity Square, the lights on the city’s main festive tree will be lit and Christmas songs will be played. Also, this year, residents and visitors will be able to enjoy festive attractions, a cityscape on the observation wheel, as well as taste gingerbread and other festive treats offered by local entrepreneurs in Unity Square.

The Christmas and New Year period until January 16th in Daugavpils will be filled with various events – concerts, creative workshops and master classes, thematic excursions, plays, fairs, exhibitions and various events.

Information: Department of Public Relations of Daugavpils City Municipality

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Discover the autumnal mood and take part in a variety of exciting events for families and groups of friends. From cultural delights to sporting activities, there’s something for everyone. Join your friends and family for unforgettable autumn moments!

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Everyone is invited to take part in the vibrant and exciting events taking place in Daugavpils from 18 to 24 October!
Whether you are a culture, music or sports lover, this week in Daugavpils offers something for everyone!

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From 11 October to 17 October, Daugavpils will host exciting cultural events offering a variety of activities for every visitor and resident of the city.
We invite you to join us for an unforgettable week of art, music, folk traditions and entertainment.

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From 11 October to 3 November, Daugavpils Central Park will become the mysterious “Horror Park”, which promises to be the most ambitious and spectacular event of this autumn. Every evening from 3 pm to 10 pm, the park will open its doors to all those who are willing to immerse themselves in an atmosphere of mysticism and fear.

Last year, the “Horror Park” in the city of Bauska attracted thousands of tourists from all over Latvia. And this year, the hosts have decided to bring the Horror Park to Daugavpils, the second largest city in Latvia! In Daugavpils, guests will be greeted by terrifying scenery, scary sculptures and interactive zones. The park will feature more than 200 objects – pumpkin and spider web mazes, “live” zombies ready to scare even the bravest visitors. Special attention has been paid to the design and lighting to make every corner of the park look even scarier in the evening hours.

What can you expect at the “Horror Park” in Daugavpils?

– A witch’s house on hen’s legs: children can take part in magic rituals and the witch will give them unusual advice.

-Magic labyrinths: mysterious corridors of spider webs and lanterns where you can test your courage.

-Photo zones: specially designed areas for taking terrifying and colourful photos to remember this event for a lifetime.

Whether you are an adult or a child, whether you like edgy sensations or are simply looking for unusual entertainment, the Horror Park in Daugavpils offers something for everyone.

Entrance fee:
– Adult ticket – 10 euro
– Children’s ticket (6-12 years) – 5 euros
– Senior ticket – 5 euros
– Children under 6 and people with disabilities – free.

The organisers invite everyone to follow the Horror Park’s news and competition announcements on Facebook and TikTok to find out about all the surprises that await visitors to the park.

“The organisers of the Horror Park also invite catering companies to join the event.
Contacts: Facebook or e-mail: shausmu_parks_daugavpils@inbox.lv.

Don’t miss the chance to be part of this most exciting autumn event!

Information: Horror Park 

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From 20th September to 26th September, Daugavpils will host exciting cultural events offering a variety of activities for every visitor and resident of the city.
We invite you to join us and enjoy an unforgettable week of art, music, folk traditions and entertainment.

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Everyone is invited to the events from 13th September to 19th September. The week will be packed with interesting events for all ages and interests. Follow the programme and don’t miss out on exciting events.

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From 6th to 12th September, Daugavpils will host a variety of exciting events. We invite everyone to join us and enjoy this wealth of cultural, artistic and sporting activities.

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New and exciting events are expected every day, suitable for families and groups of friends.
Don’t miss your chance to experience something special this week!

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If you are planning a holiday in Daugavpils from 9th August to 15th August, take a look at the cultural and sports events on offer.

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From July 29 to August 3, the municipality of Visaginas will celebrate its 49th birthday. This neighbouring Lithuanian city invites Latvian friends to experience an impressive city festival program!

Distinguished artists from various European countries will grace Visaginas with their talents, culminating on August 3 with NOIZE MC, now residing in Vilnius and freshly back from a musical tour across Europe and the USA, presenting an unforgettable performance featuring the program “Swan Lake”!

Visaginas 49th City Festival Program:

July 29, Monday

6:00 PM | Santarves aikste / Greentrials (Latvia) / Greentrials Bike Tour (Extreme bicycle show)

7:00 PM | VKC “Draugystė”, Parko g. 7 / Visaginas Ballet / Vitalij Grabov / Laura Geraščenko (Visaginas / Klaipėda) / You Are Beautiful, My Beloved, You Are Beautiful

And Rima Pipoyan / Voicech Žuromskas (Armenia / Lithuania) / Me, My non-Self and I (Contemporary Ballet)

7:45 PM | VKC “Draugystė”, Parko g. 7 / Alexsandre Vassiliev Fund (Lithuania) / The Show Must Go On (Exhibition opening / Costume exhibition)

10:00 PM | VKC cinema theater “Draugystė”, Parko g. 7 / Dir. Yorgos Lanthimos (Ireland, UK, USA) / Scanorama Summer Night Cinema: Poor things (N-18) (Cinema)

July 30, Tuesday

3:00 PM | VKC “Sedulina”, exhibition space, Vilties g. 5 / Young Artists Club “Palette” / Scent of August (Exhibition opening)

5:00 PM | Visaginas Public Library branch (Sedulinos al. 14/3) / Visaginas Public Library

Home Is Where the Heart Is (Creative meeting with Margarita Simonova)

7:00 PM | VKC “Draugystė”, Parko g. 7 / Henri Herbert (USA) / Blues Piano Grooves / Paid(Music)

9:00 PM | VKC “Banga” terrace, Parko g. 16 / Alina Orlova with a group

10:30 PM | VKC cinema theater “Draugystė”, Parko g. 7 / Dir. Luca Guadagnino (Italy, USA)

Scanorama Summer Night Cinema: Bones and All (N-18) (Cinema)

July 31, Wednesday

11:00 AM | Vilties g. 1 / Visaginas Social Services Center / Hug Your City (Seniors’ hike)

12:00 PM | VKC “Draugystė”, Parko g. 7 / Klaipėda Puppet Theater / The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane / Paid (For children)

6:30 PM | VKC “Banga”, Parko g. 16 / Šeiko Dance Theater / The Four Seasons / Paid (Dance Theater)

8:00 PM | VKC “Draugystė”, Parko g. 7 / Open Circle (Vilnius) / Will Pass / Paid (Theater)

10:00 PM | VKC cinema theater “Draugystė”, Parko g. 7 / Dir. Valdimar Johannsson (Iceland, Sweden, Poland) / Scanorama Summer Night Cinema: Lamb (N-16) (Cinema)

August 1, Thursday

6:00 PM | Santarves aikste / Klaipėda Puppet Theater / About Fish and People (Puppet/Object Theater)

7:00 PM | Amphitheater near VKC “Sedulina”, Vilties g. 5 / Vilnius Dance Theater “Low Air”

Just the Two of Us (Urban Dance)

8:00 PM | VKC “Sedulina”, near Skatepark, Vilties g. 5 / Open Visaginas Wall (Opening)

9:00 PM | VKC cinema theater “Draugystė”, Parko g. 7

Dir. Kristoffer Borgli (Norway, Sweden)

Scanorama Summer Night Cinema: Sick of Myself (95’, N-16)

Cinema

August 2, Friday

11:00 AM | VKC “Sedulina”, Vilties g. 5 / Solemn session of Visaginas Municipal Council

1:00 PM | Vilties g. 1 / Visaginas Social Services Center / Exhibition of archival photographs (City Builders)

3:00 PM | St. Apostle Paul Church, Santarvės g. 1 / Service for Visaginas

4:30 PM | Visaginas City Museum, Tarybų g. 23 / Museum opening

6:00 PM | “Atgimimo” Gymnasium Amphitheater, near Tarybų g. 23 / Rhizome (France)

Bleu Tenace / Circus/Physical Theater

7:00 PM | VKC “Draugystė”, Parko g. 7 / Kauri Honkakoski Company (Finland/Sweden) / The Desk / Paid (Physical Theater)

9:00 PM | VKC “Banga” terrace, Parko g. 16 / Jazz Trio Elpo (Latvia) / Quiet Treasures (Jazz)

10:30 PM | VKC cinema theater “Draugystė”, Parko g. 7 / Dir. Julia Ducournau (France)

Scanorama Summer Night Cinema: Titane (N-18) (Cinema)

August 3, Saturday

10:00 AM | Santarves aikste / Fair

12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Sedulinos al. (outdoor, near Visaginas Public Library branch) / Visaginas Public Library / Cookie Truck / Digital education in the little train

3:00 PM | Santarves aikste / Made in Visaginas (Fair)

3:00 PM | VKC “Banga”, Parko g. 16 / Children’s program (For children)

4:00 PM | Santarves aikste / Discovery Meadow

6:00 PM | Santarves aikste / Community Stage (Multidisciplinary event)

7:30 PM | Santarves aikste / Inga Briazkalovaitė (Klaipėda) / Flight (Vertical Dance)

8:00 PM | Santarves aikste / Noize MC / Swan Lake (Music)

10:00 PM | VKC “Banga” terrace, Parko g. 16 / DJ Class Party (Disco)

12:00 AM | VKC “Banga” terrace, Parko g. 16 / DJ SKAI (Denmark/Lithuania) / Night Disco(Disco)

Organizer: Visaginas Cultural Center

Sponsors: Lithuanian Council for Culture, Visaginas Municipality, Kogus, American Corner Visaginas, Viada, Visagino linija

Partners: Christopher Summer Festival, Tytuvėnai Festival, Scanorama, Lithuanian National Opera and Ballet Theatre (LNOBT), ConTempo Festival, Alexsandre Vassiliev Fund, Meno Avilys, Art Residency “Taškas”, Visaginas Academy of Arts and Creativity, Visaginas Social Services Center, Visaginas Public Library

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The 7th International Living History Festival “Dinaburga 1812” will be held in Daugavpils Fortress on July 13^th.

On Saturday, July 13th, from 10:00 AM, there will be a flea market, a market of homemade products, and cafes on Mihaila and Nikolaja Streets. There will be a children’s attraction area and an exhibition of military equipment and weapons from the National Guard and Latvian Riflemen near “Martinsons House”. In additional, the inner courtyard of the Engineers’ Arsenal will be open for visitors until 7:00 PM. Free entrance.

At 11:30 AM, the ceremonial opening of the Nicholas Gate will begin.

At 12:00 PM, the noon shot will sound, and the march of historical reenactment clubs will start towards the Commandant’s Garden, where flowers will be laid at the monument-fountain dedicated to the construction of the fortress.

From 12:00 PM until 2:00 PM, a workshop “Try Ancient Hand Tools” will take place in the courtyard of the Engineers’ Arsenal.

At 1:00 PM, the folklore ensemble “Rusiči” (Daugavpils Russian Culture Centre) will perform near the Nicholas Gate.

At 2:00 PM, a duel – reenactment performance will take place in the fortress moat.

At 3:00 PM, the main event of the day will take place: the reenactment of the battle of the fortress defence.

At 4:00 PM, living history clubs will be honoured, and a commemoration will take place near the stage in the courtyard of the Rothko Museum.

At 5:00 PM, in the premises of the gunpowder storage in the 8th bastion on Nikolaja Street 15, the opening of the photo exhibition “Forts: Invasion of Colours” (Lithuania) will take place.

At 6:00 PM, on the wooden deck behind the Daugavpils Fortress Visitor Centre, an Empire Ball will take place, and the folklore ensemble “Rusiči” will perform historical romances.

At 10:00 PM, on the stage in the courtyard of the Rothko Museum, there will be a concert by the post-folklore group “Rikši”.

The festival is organised by the Daugavpils City Municipality and the Daugavpils City Municipal Institution, “Daugavpils Fortress and Museum Administration”.

Photography and filming will take place during the event.

For more information: phone 28686331, e-mail: cietoksnis@daugavpils.lv

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With the onset of warm weather, Daugavpils offers trips along the Daugava on the boat “Sikspārnis” and the boat “Dina”. During the trip, you will be pleased with the beautiful views of the Daugava and the opportunity to enjoy views of the city from the water. It is also a great way to spend time with family and friends.

Trips with a boat “Sikspārnis” are organised at certain times from the “Restime pier” (Lielā Street 55, from the Grīva side). During the boat trip, passengers have the opportunity to see the Unity Bridge, the outskirts of Daugavpils, the Daugavpils Fortress and be acquainted with the biological diversity of the river. Passengers can have a picnic on the water, taking food or hot drinks with them, and admire the beauty of the Daugava. The name “Sikspārnis” (“Bat”) is given to the boat in honour of bats that live in the territory of the fortress and are one of the symbols of Daugavpils Fortress. The boat “Sikspārnis” is decorated with various woodcarvings, the bat as a symbol, there are shields on one side of the ship, the inscription “I love Daugavpils” is inside, as well as a Viking is depicted in woodcarving.

Maximum number of passengers on the boat “Sikspārnis” is 13. By prior request, you can book boat trips in groups for celebrations, hen and stag parties. Working time: Monday – Saturday: by request. Individual orders are possible – excursions, parties and wedding trips. Price: adults – 8 euro, children (from 4 to 12 years old) – 5 euro, children under 3 – the trip is free. Price for individual orders – by agreement. Telephone numbers for additional information: +371 29839631, +371 23110001.

In Daugavpils, you can also take trips along the Daugava on the boat “Dina”. The route starts from the “Centrs pier” (the coast of the Daugava next to the arch, located near the beginning of Rīgas Street). During the boat trip, passengers have the opportunity to see the Unity Bridge, the promenade of Bruģu Street, the Daugavpils Fortress, the protective dam, and the outskirts of the city and admire beautiful views of nature. Those who are interested can take a trip on the “Dina” boat according to the water transport schedule.

Maximum number of passengers on the boat “Dina” is 15, the trip will bring joy to both children and adults. The duration of the trip and the route can be changed depending on wishes of the passengers. Working time: Monday-Friday: 4pm to 8pm or by prior agreement; Saturday/Sunday: 12pm to 8pm or by prior agreement. Price: 1 h trip: 8 EUR for adults, 5 EUR for children; 30 min. trip: 5 EUR for adults, 3 EUR for children. Phone numbers for additional information: +371 26920349, +371 26833538, +371 29493121.

Photo: Daugavpils City Municipality

Information prepared by:

Department of Public Relations and Tourism of Daugavpils City Municipality

Tourist Service Centre

Phone: +371 65422818:

Mobile phone: +371 26444810

E-mail: turisms@daugavpils.lv

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This year, Latvia’s second largest city – Daugavpils – celebrates its 749th anniversary. To celebrate this event and to offer a varied programme of festivities to the citizens and visitors of Daugavpils, the Daugavpils State Municipality has started work on the development of the City Festival programme. The main events of the Daugavpils City Festival will take place from 31 May to 2 June.

As usual, residents and visitors will enjoy a varied programme of festivities with concerts by different artists, as well as performances by local collectives and artists. The Family Park will invite young visitors to enjoy unforgettable adventures and thrilling attractions. Outdoor cafés and the Festive Market on Rigas Street will delight you with special tastes. Sports enthusiasts will be able to watch athletes in action and take part in various activities.

For the first time in the history of Daugavpils City Festival “Tūrisma iela” (Tourism street) will take place. In this event, everyone will be able to get new ideas for vacation right here in Daugavpils, elsewhere in Latvia, as well as in Lithuania and Estonia. For two days- on May 31 and June 1, representatives of the tourism industry of the Baltic States will gather at Gimnazijas Street to give the best advices and recommendations for your vacation.

On June 1, in celebration of International Children’s Day, activities for children, youth and families will take place in Dubrovin Park.

One of the biggest and most magnificent events of City’s Festival celebration is traditional march of Daugavpils companies, organizations, educational institutions and other collectives that will take place on June 1, at 13.00 from the Rail Station.

Special music surprises are expected on the evenings of May 31 and June 1, when the biggest musical guests of the Festival will take the big festive stage in Unity Square.

Special thought has also been given to sports activities. On June 1 in the Esplanade Park, little champions will be able to test their athletic straight at the “Get to know athletics”. On June 2, the Youth and Sports Festival will take place near to the Daugavpils Olympic Centre.

The Daugavpils City Festival will end on June 2 with historical atmosphere of Daugavpils Fortress. Visitors of the Festival will be able to rediscover pages of the history of the Fortress and participate in the ceremonial opening of the Nicholas Gate, and raising of the Fortress flag.

This year’s City Festival promises to be especially colorful and unforgettable!

DAUGAVPILS CITY FESTIVAL 2024 PROGRAMME

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If you want to learn more about Daugavpils, the best way to do it is to visit a guided city tour, which will take you through the most important sights and their history. Your guide will tell you interesting and fascinating stories about our city.

– The tour starts on 25th February at 12.00 in Unity Square;

– Duration: three to three and a half hours;

– Guide services are FREE, but entrance fees and public transport to the tourist sites are at the expense of the participants.

No matter if you are a local citizen or a visitor, this is a great opportunity to learn more about the history, culture and personalities of Daugavpils.

If you would like to apply, please call +371 26444810.

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Winter has arrived! It’s the perfect time to warm up, relax and unwind your body with warming spa treatments.

Daugavpils will have something to offer on cold winter evenings!

The “SanMari” SPA Centre is an oasis of peace and relaxation in the heart of Daugavpils. It is a modern SPA centre that offers a wide range of relaxation options, making you forget about everyday worries. The spa area is equipped with a swimming pool, sauna and Turkish steam bath. The spa centre offers a spa body massage.

Spa opening hours are daily from 12 pm to 10 pm.
Visits must be booked by phone: +371 27072727, +371 27757873.
Address: Stacijas iela 46, Daugavpils.
www.sanmari.lv
https://www.facebook.com/SanMariDaugavpils 

The Daugavpils Olympic Centre offers a large 25-metre pool with 6 lanes and a small pool for children. You can also combine a visit to the pool with a visit to the Turkish bath or sauna. The Olympic Centre also offers a salt room. Its walls are covered with Iranian blue and red salt and it maintains the required temperature and humidity percentage. During the session, visitors sit in the salt room for 45 minutes, sit in armchairs and breathe in the ionised salt air.

The sports complex is open daily from 9 am to 10 pm.
You must book a visit to the salt room in advance by phone +371 65475140.
Address: Stacijas iela 1, Daugavpils.
www.daugavpilsoc.lv
https://www.facebook.com/ocdaugavpils

The “Olimpija” Sports Complex offers a relaxing holiday in a pleasant atmosphere. The swimming pool, jacuzzi, steam baths, sauna, infrared cabin, salt and ice bath – all this will give you an unforgettable experience.

The sports complex is open daily from 9 am to 10 pm.
Address: Valkas iela 2u, Daugavpils.
Phone for additional information: +371 26800108.
https://www.facebook.com/OlimpijaSpaHotel

After a busy day, “Park Hotel Latgola” offers you the chance to relax in the sauna and the bubbling jacuzzi. The lounge is designed for groups of up to 20 people and can be used for birthday parties and other less formal events. The view of Daugavpils from the 10th floor of the hotel will complement the relaxed atmosphere of the evening.

Reservations are required by phone: +371 65404900.
Address: Ģimnāzijas iela 46, Daugavpils.
www.hotellatgola.lv
https://www.facebook.com/hotellatgola.lv

A visit to the SPA complex of “Dinaburg SPA Hotel” will be a great gift for those looking for a relaxing holiday! After a long day at work, you can enjoy a relaxing break in the leisure complex with a swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna and Turkish bath.

Phone for reservations: +371 22484329.
Address: Dobeles iela 39, Daugavpils.
https://www.facebook.com/HotelDinaburg

Sauna with swimming pool “Erfolg” – a great place for a party or celebration with family, friends or colleagues. The sauna, swimming pool, party room, changing rooms and free internet are available. Groups of up to 15 people are accepted. Additional services: bathrobes, sauna accessories.

Phone for reservations: +371 25912250.
Address: Mihoelsa iela 7, Daugavpils.

Guest house “Real Paradīze” offers a sauna and a lounge. Visits can be booked by individuals or groups of up to 15 people.

Phone for reservations: +371 28106463.
Address: 18. novembra iela 193c, Daugavpils.

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As December begins, the countdown to the New Year starts. This year, the city’s decorations and lights will bring a new spirit, while events and festive activity will take place not only in cultural institutions, but all over the city. 

In the run-up to Christmas, Daugavpils city invites both big and small Daugavpils residents and visitors to indulge in the joys of winter. To fill every day of December with an activity and use it as a source of inspiration in your everyday life, take a look at the calendar where we have written down ideas for a fulfilled December!

The festive spirit in Daugavpils

This year, in Latvia’s second largest city, Daugavpils, you can experience a real Christmas miracle! When the festive season comes, it will be lit up with the tale of a Christmas train, which has left behind scattered presents, sweets and even a small Christmas tree as it makes its way from Daugavpils train station to the city’s main festive tree. Riga Street will be filled with these glittering surprises, as will the centre of the Unity Square, where the big Christmas tree will be dressed in colourful Christmas bow. Events, a market and creative workshops will held in Unity Square throughout December.

 For the first time at Daugavpils Fortress, the Santa Claus Residence will open its gates to visitors, where the elves and Santa Claus will have prepared many surprises for visitors big and small. On Advent Sundays, 3rd, 10th and 17th December, the Santa’s Residence will host Christmas readings, creative workshops and activities for adults and children. In addition, on 25th December, Santa invites everyone to a disco under the stars. 

Winter’s offer at tourist and leisure attractions

Don’t miss the opening of the Winter Exhibition Season in Rothko Museum’s on 8th December, which will complement the previously opened projects – the exhibition of the international contemporary ceramics competition “Martinsons Award” and the solo exhibition of Lithuanian ceramicist Agnes Šemberaitė “Fear whispering. A journey within”. Also visit the Centre of Technics and Industrial Design “Engineering Arsenal”, where a new unique car has just been added to the retro technical and industrial design exhibition. In the same fortress, visit the exhibition “Medical exhibition with an exposition of birth control items”, dedicated to the history of medicine. In the Salon Antique “Housevintage” showroom, you can see and buy historic furniture and other interior elements from the late 19th and 20th centuries. The World War I Museum “Pie Komendanta” offers to see the objects and documents reflecting everyday military life in the First World War. The “RetroGaraž-D” exhibition will enrich your horizons with a private collection of retro cars and Soviet-era objects. In addition, the fortress will look back into the past with the exhibition “Nicholas Gate – Door to the Past”, a small historical exhibition with a large number of artefacts. 

In the city centre, visit the Latgale Zoo, home to tropical and various other animals. At the Daugavpils Innovation Centre, located near the zoo, you can learn about different technologies, attend classes and watch experiments that will help you explore the world around you in a fascinating way. In the museum “Jews in Daugavpils and Latgale”, accompanied by local guide and local historian Josifs Rocko, you can learn about Jewish culture, Jewish life and traditions in Latgale and Daugavpils since 1935. Discover the hospitality and culinary traditions of Latgale at the Latgale Culinary Heritage Centre “Šmakovka” in Daugavpils. The Daugavpils Museum of Regional History and Art offers an insight into the history, culture, art and nature of Daugavpils and the region. The museum houses permanent exhibitions of history, nature and an art hall. The Daugavpils Clay Art Centre offers information about the cultural heritage of Latgale – the traditions of ceramics and pottery, and the works of potters.

Active recreation

If you are a fan of active recreation, visit the Stropu Active Recreation and Sports Track, where you can rent the necessary equipment for winter activities and enjoy the winter delights. Meanwhile, the Daugavpils Ice Hall offers ice-skating sessions throughout the year. Enjoy winter walks by visiting Daugavpils squares, parks and promenades, which in the evenings are lit up with festive decorations.

Get in the festive spirit by attending performances and events

Exciting productions, premieres and masterful acting characterise Daugavpils Theatre, where every performance is emotionally charged. If you want to spend your evenings in an entertaining way, head to the Daugavpils Palace of Culture or the concert hall of The Unity House, where a wide variety of musical concerts and performances take place.

Experience the variety of tastes

Daugavpils restaurants and cafés offer a wide variety of food, and of course, in winter you can’t do without a warm cup of tea or coffee to warm you up after a stroll around the city. Restaurants and cafés offer music nights during the holidays and at weekends, so book early to enjoy an evening in great company. 

 Take care of your health and well-being

 As the thermometer dips below zero in winter, you’ll want to enjoy spa treatments and the warmth that restores energy and inner balance. Take a look at the range of offers in the Beauty and Health section of our website and treat yourself!

Calendar of ideas for December

It’s easy! This December 2023 calendar can be downloaded kids calendar, adult calendar printed (or saved in digital format only) and used as a source of inspiration throughout the month.

You can find out more about the December events organised in Daugavpils on the visitdaugavpils.lv website and follow the news on the Daugavpils.Events Facebook page.  

See you in Daugavpils 

Happy holidays in Daugavpils! The above are just a few of the ideas for things to do in Daugavpils. Get more inspiration at www.visitdaugavpils.lv.  We will be happy if you share this year’s winter photos taken in Daugavpils on social media with the hashtag #visitdaugavpils and #winterindaugavpils, so we can enjoy the magic of winter together! If you have any further questions about recreational opportunities in Daugavpils and the region, please do not hesitate to contact us: 

Information was written by:

Daugavpils State Municipality 

Department of Public Relations and Tourism 

Tourism Department

E-mail: turisms@daugavpils.lv

Tel. 26444810

www.visitdaugavpils.lv

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Do you want to know all the secrets of Engineering Arsenal? Explore what is hidden from the eyes of other visitors? To inspect closed eastern building?

Center of Technics and Industrial Design invites you to participate in the pilot guided tours “Secrets of the Engineering Arsenal” on 15 July (13:00, Latvian language) and 16 July (13:00, Russian language). On both dates groups of max 25 people are formed. Together with the guide, you will see:

– casemates, which are still waiting for their restoration;
– preserved old elements of the building;
– 10-meter-long artifact from the 19th century;
– exhibition of industrial posters.

! After guided tour (approx. 40 min) group members can freely visit all four exhibition areas in the Center of Technics and Industrial Design!

Price – 10 EUR.

Application for a tour by phone (+371) 28033133 or by e-mail inzenieruarsenals@daugavpils.lv until 14 July (including).

* Taking into account the specifics of excursion, we do not recommend participation for people with movement disorders and children under 7 years old.

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The central event of the festival – a re-enactment of the historical battle.  Re-enactment clubs’ parade, Empire-style Ball, musical concerts, craftsmen and home-made products’ markets will be arranged during the festival. Many other surprises are also expected.

THE PROGRAM

More information:
Daugavpils Fortress Culture and Information Centre
cietoksnis@daugavpils.lv 

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Latgale is proud not only of its craft traditions, but also of its culinary heritage. In the very heart of Daugavpils, in the Vienibas Nams, one can get acquainted with the wide and comprehensive history of the traditions of Smakovka. Come to the Smakovka museum! Use the Go4Bonus spring offer to visit it for free (normal price for an adult – 5 euros)!

What to do? Follow the instruction:

• Download the Go4Bonus mobile app, register, visit tourist attractions and scan QR codes.
• Enjoy Daugavpils’ diverse tourism offer and receive bonuses!

To get your bonus, you must visit 4 tourist attractions in Daugavpils:

Daugavpils Innovation Center (Vienības iela 30)

Daugavpils Fortress Culture and Information Center (Nikolaja iela 5)

Nicholas Gates a door to the past, the historical exposition in Daugavpils Fortress (Nikolaja iela 3a)

Daugavpils Art and Regional and Art Museum (Rīgas iela 8)

After visiting all the indicated tourist attractions, come to the Smakovka Museum! (Rīgas iela 22a) and receive a free entrance ticket for visiting the centre!

The offer is valid from 12.06.2023. until 31.08.2023.

Information: go4bonus.daugavpils.lv

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On December 3rd, at 10 o’clock everyone is welcome to the opening of the winter season at the ski resort “Egļukalns”!

It is a very important and long-awaited event, which will delight all those who enjoy winter pleasures and those who support an active lifestyle. All, adults and children, are invited. At the start of the active winter season, the “Family track”, “Blue – slalom track” and “Tubing track” will be opened at the ski resort.

Speaking about this year’s price policy, Jevgenij Kartasov, the director of the ski resort “Egļukalns”, answered that no significant price increase is expected. It is planned that the equipment rental prices will remain, the price for the use of the lift will probably increase a little bit, for 10-15%, but the exact information will follow soon. Information about the working hours of the ski resort this season will also be updated.

The ski resort “Egļukalns” is located in Latvia’s highest Augszeme highland, which offers an incredibly beautiful view of the surrounding landscape and mosaic of forests.

The skiing and snowboarding paradise of Augsdaugava district – the ski resort “Egļukalns” will welcome everyone with well-maintained and illuminated ski tracks, where you can enjoy the beautiful moments of winter. All visitors will have the possibility to warm up in the cafe of the resort, drinking hot tea, and having something delicious to eat.

Follow the information on: www.visitdaugavpils.lv, www.eglukalns.lv

Information:
Inna Bebre
Augsdaugava District Institution “TAKA”
Tourism organizator
+371 65424147

E-mail: inna.bebre@augsdaugavasnovads.lv
turisms@augsdaugavasnovads.lv
Facebook: Augšdaugavas novads.Travel
www.visitdaugavpils.lv

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