Celebrating Easter in Latvia: Top Events, Traditions, and Activities

The coastal city of Jūrmala has recently hosted a series of vibrant Easter celebrations, blending traditional Latvian customs with family-oriented activities. Organized by the Jūrmala city municipality, the festivities focused on welcoming spring through a variety of community events held across several key locations in the city, designed to engage both residents and visitors in the region’s cultural heritage.

Central to the celebrations were the events held on Sunday, April 5, 2026, where families gathered to participate in traditional egg-rolling and coloring activities. From the shores of Majori to the historical settings of the open-air museums, the city transformed into a hub of spring activity, emphasizing the role of nature and folklore in the Latvian Easter experience Jūrmalas valstspilsētas pašvaldība.

These festivities are part of a broader regional trend of celebrating “Second Easter” and spring arrivals, which often include musical performances, handicraft markets, and educational workshops for children. By integrating these traditions into public spaces, the municipality aimed to preserve local folklore even as providing accessible entertainment for the global tourist audience that frequents the Baltic coast.

Traditional Festivities in Majori and Horna Garden

The heart of the Jūrmala celebrations took place in Majori, specifically within the Horna Garden. On Sunday, April 5, from 12:00 to 17:00, the area became a center for folk music and traditional dance. The event featured performances by several local folk dance groups, including “Zītariņi,” “Zālīte,” “Jūrmaldancis,” and “Ābelīte,” who all took the stage starting at 12:00 Lieldienas Jūrmalā.

The musical program continued throughout the afternoon, with the post-folklore group “Rikši” performing at 13:30, followed by the folklore ensemble “Mare” at 15:00. Beyond the music, the garden hosted a variety of interactive activities aimed at children. Families participated in the “Zaļie pirkstiņi” (Green Fingers) spring planting workshop and engaged in the traditional pastime of rolling Easter eggs in an attraction called “Neparastais gliemezis” (The Unusual Snail) Jūrmalas valstspilsētas pašvaldība.

Adding to the atmosphere, a dedicated Easter market was established near the Majori parking lot on Jomas Street from 12:00 to 17:00. This market allowed visitors to purchase handmade goods and traditional treats crafted by local artisans and home producers, supporting the local economy through the promotion of traditional Latvian craftsmanship Lieldienas Jūrmalā.

Cultural Education at Jūrmala’s Museums and Centers

The celebrations extended into the city’s educational institutions, providing a deeper appear at the relationship between spring and the natural world. At the Jūrmala Open-Air Museum, located at Tīklu iela 1A, the event “Lieldienas zvejnieka sētā” (Easter in the Fisherman’s Homestead) took place on April 5 from 13:00 to 16:00. This specific event was dedicated to the messengers of spring—birds—and focused on traditional Easter customs within a historical coastal setting Jūrmalas valstspilsētas pašvaldība.

Simultaneously, the Jūrmala Culture Center on Jomas iela 35 provided a cinematic experience for children. Between 12:00 and 15:00, a “Mini Cinema” showcased a curated selection of animation films. The program included the “Golden Easter” series, featuring films such as “Baltā pasaka,” “Zaķu lielā diena,” and “Pavasaris Vārnu ielā,” as well as the “Golden Spring” series, which included “Māsa un brālis,” “Kraukšķītis,” “Hugo un viņa neticamie piedzīvojumi,” and “Putnu būris” Lieldienas Jūrmalā.

In addition to Majori and the Open-Air Museum, spring activities were also organized in Buļļuciems and near the Kauguri Culture House in Kauguri, ensuring that the festive spirit reached various districts of the municipality. These distributed events included mini-zoos and animation sessions, creating a city-wide network of spring celebrations Jūrmalas valstspilsētas pašvaldība.

Regional Spring Events: From Jūrmala to Mežaparks

While Jūrmala served as a primary hub, other regions in Latvia also observed the season with significant community events. In Riga, the Mežaparka Lielā estrāde hosted activities for “Second Easter,” which featured egg coloring and rolling attractions. The venue also began its seasonal programming with a series of children’s workshops. For example, on April 18, 2026, at 11:00, a cheese-making masterclass for children titled “MAZAIS SIERA MEISTARS” was scheduled at the Pavilion, focusing on simplified versions of traditional Jāņu cheese Mežaparka Lielā estrāde.

The transition from Easter to further spring activities is evident in the scheduled programming for May. In Mežaparks, a creative workshop titled “Baltais trusītis, kas grauza sarkanās saknītes” (The White Bunny Who Gnawed Red Carrots) is set for May 9, 2026, at 11:00, continuing the theme of spring and nature that defined the April celebrations Mežaparka Lielā estrāde.

Key Event Summary: Jūrmala Easter 2026

The coordination of these events demonstrates a strategic effort by the Jūrmala municipality to blend tourism with cultural preservation. By utilizing diverse venues—from the urban center of Jomas Street to the rustic environment of the Open-Air Museum—the city provides multiple entry points for visitors to experience Latvian spring traditions.

For those seeking further official updates on municipal events or cultural calendars in the region, the Jūrmala city municipality and the official city portal provide the most current schedules and activity guides.

As the spring season progresses, the next major scheduled event in the region’s cultural circuit is the “MAZAIS SIERA MEISTARS” cheese-making masterclass on April 18, 2026, in Mežaparks. We invite our readers to share their experiences with Baltic spring traditions in the comments below.