Last updated: December 01, 2024
Welcome the holiday season in Jelgava with our comprehensive winter event guide! We have gathered all the necessary information for both Jelgava residents and city visitors to ensure a joy-filled holiday period.
Herzog Jacob's Square becomes the city's festive center with its traditional Christmas market, where you can purchase local craftsmen's works and enjoy warm winter delicacies. Pasta Island and the surroundings of Jelgava Palace offer outdoor activities, while the Holy Trinity Church tower invites you to enjoy the city panorama. Rainis Park and the pedestrian street gather both locals and tourists with holiday decorations and light installations.
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Jelgava Holiday Markets and Shopping
Jelgava Milk, Bread, and Honey Festival
The Jelgavas Piens, Maize un Medus Festivāls is a comprehensive festival where you can meet various product vendors and art workshop providers. The event features bakers, beekeepers, and dairy product manufacturers from all over Latvia.
Riga Christmas Market
The Old Riga Christmas market is a traditional Christmas market where you can find various food, gifts, and festive activities.
Jelgava Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Jelgava City Festival
The Jelgava City Festival features a wide range of cultural programs, sports activities, and a putu ball. The city's highest awards are presented at the outdoor concert hall “Mītava”, and the day ends with Ivo Fomins, “Apvedceļš”, and Atis Auzāns performing with Slaveno Jersikas orchestra in Hercoga Jēkaba square.
Jūrmala Christmas Festival
The Jūrmalas Ziemassvētku Festivāls features a variety of concerts and music programs at the Dzintaru concert hall. The festival includes performances by Latvian musicians and various music genres.