Events in Riga in May 2027
Riga event dates for May 2027 are still being announced. Start with the planning leads and the city guide below — the lineup firms up closer to May.
Riga's May 2027 lineup is still being announced — planning leads below.
By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026
Sourced events
Dates for this month are still being announced. Start with the planning leads below, or build the rest of your visit from the city guide.
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Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- May 5 - May 12
Riga International Film Festival 2027
Screenings of international and Latvian films, including premieres and Q&A sessions with filmmakers.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- May 10 - May 20
Riga Opera Festival 2027
Annual festival showcasing opera performances at the Latvian National Opera and Ballet.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- May 15 - May 22
Riga International Jazz Festival 2027
A week-long celebration of jazz music featuring international and local artists performing across various venues in Riga.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- Labour Day · publicMay 1
- Restoration of Independence day · publicMay 4
- Long weekend with bridge dayMay 1–May 4
Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).
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