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A magical winter wonderland in the heart of Old Riga.
60+ vendors, food stalls, events, and more. Svētku atmosfēru paspilgtinās dzīvās mūzikas programma.
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Hundreds of twinkling lights, charmingly decorated market stalls beneath the stunning backdrop of Riga’s iconic cathedral – Riga’s Old Town Christmas Market is your best bet for getting into the holiday spirit. Besides plenty of food stalls offering traditional market delights, here you’ll find unique gifts at handicraft shops as well as a series of festive daily concerts. Simtiem mirdzošu gaismiņ

u un kaudze pasakaini dekorētu tirgus stendu uz Rīgas Doma baznīcas fona –Vecrīgas Ziemassvētku tirdziņš ir īstā vieta, kur noķert svētku sajūtu.
Šeit atradīsi tradicionālus un ne tik ierastus tirgus gardumus un unikālas vietējo amatnieku darinātas dāvanas.

03/01/2025

🎄 And just like that, the magic has been packed away, the lights dimmed, and the last mulled wine sipped.

What a season it’s been! From heartwarming memories to endless laughter, dancing nights, and the joy of giving—thank you for being part of it all. You made this Riga Christmas Market truly unforgettable!

Now, we rest (well, maybe the elves do) and start dreaming of next year. Bigger? Wider? Who knows? But one thing’s for sure—we can’t wait to see you again in 2025!

Until then, keep the festive spirit alive. ✨

02/01/2025

Take one last ride with us today 🥹
Our beautiful market’s final day is here, open until 9:00 PM.
Stop by, share a goodbye, and let’s look forward to the next season together 🫶🏼

Šodien vēl ir pēdējā iespēja izbaudīt mūsu burvīgo Ziemassvētku tirdziņu - gaidīsim ciemos līdz 21!

01/01/2025

Happy New Year! Start the year on a bright and joyful note—visit us today and enjoy our offerings until 8:00 PM, and don’t miss the final day tomorrow until 9:00 PM!

30/12/2024

🎆 Spotted: The place to be this New Year’s Eve? Riga Christmas Market, of course. 🎄✨

Ballīšu Krusttēvi kick things off at 9 PM with party vibes to remember.
Then, at 11 PM, DJ Toms Grēviņš takes the stage, leading us with his good vibes only straight into the New Year 🪩💫

Ready to start 2025 with unforgettable positive eneregy & magic under the twinkling lights? XOXO, see you there.

🎆 Kur būt šajā Jaungada vakarā? Protams, Vecrīgas Ziemassvētku tirdziņā! 🎄✨

Ballīšu Krusttēvi iesildīs svētku vakaru plkst. 21.00 ar pacilājošu ballītes enerģiju, bet jau 23.00 uz skatuves kāps DJ Toms Grēviņš, kurš uz pozitīvas nots mūs vadīs tieši Jaunajā gadā 🪩💫

Gatavi iesākt 2025. gadu ar neaizmirstamu enerģiju un maģiju zem mirdzošajām gaismām? XOXO, tiekamies tur!

28/12/2024

🌟 NATA is Bringing Plant-Based Magic to Riga’s Christmas Market! 🌟

🎄 Did you know Riga’s Christmas Market ranks 4th among the most beautiful in Europe? This year, we’re adding even more sparkle as the only plant-based booth in the Baltics and Northern Europe!

🥂 Whether you’re vegan, flexitarian, or just hungry, you’re invited to taste the magic:
✨ Our award-winning Cia Caviar – crowned Best New Vegan Product 2024 at the Nordic Food Expo!
✨ Soy steaks and sausages so good, you’ll find yourself reaching for seconds (and maybe your wallet).

🍴 Hungry for something warm? We’ve got you covered with:
🔥 Hearty Goulash Soup
🌭 Festive Xmas Hot-Dogs and Burgers
🍚 Our legendary Plov

Fair warning: Trying our food may cause cravings—and the irresistible urge to stock up!

🗓️ Join us from November 29th to January 2nd.
📍 Riga’s Christmas Market
Come hungry, leave happy. Because plant-based has never been this festive!

27/12/2024

The countdown is on, but the festive spirit is still going strong! 🎄

This weekend:
💥 DJ Storm spins the magic on Dec 27.
💥 DJ Aspirins keeps the groove alive Dec 28, 19:00–23:00

💥 Ring in the New Year's Eve with:
🎸 Ballīšu Krusttēvi (21:00–23:00)
🎧 DJ Toms Grēviņš (23:00–02:00)

The Riga Christmas Market is here for your holiday joy until January 2nd! Don’t miss the last dance, last sip of mulled wine, and your chance to soak up the magic. Let’s celebrate the grand finale in true festive style! 🕺✨

25/12/2024

It’s the most wonderful time of the year – and we’re wishing you all the magic of it! 🎄🎁

23/12/2024

🎄 Program and Opening Hours: December 23–26
December 23
11:00–22:00
December 24
10:00–20:00
December 25 & 26
10:00–20:00
✨ Come enjoy the festive spirit and grab those last-minute gifts!

22/12/2024

🎄 It's the last Sunday before Christmas—aka the ultimate showdown for last-minute shoppers! 🎁 Skip the panic, grab a mulled wine, and let the festive vibes guide you to the perfect gifts. 🎅

🎄 Svētdienas mierā, ar karstvīnu rokā, lai skaistā pirmssvētku burvība aizved Jūs pie ideālajām dāvanām saviem tuvajiem! 🎅

21/12/2024

Enjoy a heartfelt performance in the magical atmosphere of the Christmas Market tonight at 7:00 PM with Katrīna Dimanta, one of Latvia's most beloved folk-pop musicians.✨

Izbaudiet sirsnīgo koncerto, maģiskajā Ziemassvētku tirdziņa atmosfērā, šovakar, 19:00 kopā ar katrinadimanta , vienu no iemīļotākajām Latvijas folkloras pop mūziķēm✨

18/12/2024

Weekend vibes unlocked! ✨
Bring the kids for festive fun, enjoy live folk bands, national dances, and heartwarming choir performances. And when the sun sets, the dance floor heats up with legendary evening parties and DJ beats. 🎉
Something for everyone this weekend—don’t miss it!

Brīvdienu noskaņas ir klāt! ✨
Vediet bērnus uz svētku aktivitātēm, baudiet folkloras ansambļu uzstāšanos, tautas dejas un sirsnīgus koru priekšnesumus un disko bumbas mirdzumā, ļaujaties svētku DJ ritmiem un vakara ballītēm! 🎉

17/12/2024

When you gift handmade, you’re giving a little piece of art🎄✨

16/12/2024

🎄 Come on in! Take a sneak-peak into Santa’s house, where air is filled with warmth, wonder, and a sprinkle of holiday vibes!🎅

A big thank you to for creating & decorating the perfect atmosphere to inspire Santa for his December magic! ✨

The house of Santa Claus hours:
Thursday–Friday (Ce-Pk): 16:00 – 21:00
Saturday (Sest): 12:00 – 20:00
Sunday (Sv): 12:00 – 18:00
23.12: 12:00 – 18:00
24.12: 12:00 – 16:00
25.–26.12: 12:00 – 18:00

Foto: Reinis Strautiņš

15/12/2024

🕯️✨Third Advent is here—light the candle, feel the cheer, and let the festive countdown begin!

14/12/2024

🎁 A place where the gift hunt turns into a treasure hunt—let the giving adventure begin!

Foto: Reinis Strautiņš

12/12/2024

(English below)
🎄 13. decembrī labdarības maratons „Dod pieci!” startē ar vērienīgu koncertu, kuru Ziemassvētku tirdziņa apmeklētāji varēs klausīties tiešraidē Doma laukumā, 21.05
Uzstājoties Latvijas iemīļotiem mūziķiem – "Prāta vētra”, „Astro’n’out”, „Citi zēni”, „Vēstulēs” un „Olas”, kā arī solo mākslinieki Dons, Kārlis Būmeistars un Emilija, būs iespēja ziedot, lai palīdzētu tiem, kam mūsu atbalsts ir dzīvībai svarīgs. ❤️

Vairāk par labdarības maratonu „Dod pieci!” Lasi šeit: https://dod.pieci.lv

90204110 (maksa par zvanu 5 eiro)
Visi saziedotie līdzekļi nonāks labdarības organizācijas Ziedot.lv rīcībā, lai nodrošinātu iespēju uzsākt tūlītēju ārstēšanos cilvēkiem, kurus no dzīvības šķir konkrēta un pašiem nesasniedzama naudas summa

🎄 On December 13, the charity marathon "Dod pieci!" kicks off with a spectacular concert, which Christmas market visitors can enjoy live at Dome Square at 21:05.
Featuring beloved Latvian artists— Brainstorm (Prāta vētra), Astro’n’out, Citi zēni, Vēstulēs, and Olas, alongside solo performers Dons, Kārlis Būmeistars, and Emilija—this is a chance to support & donate for those whom our help is truly life-saving. ❤️

Learn more about the "Dod pieci!" charity marathon here: https://dod.pieci.lv

90204110 (call cost: 5 euros)
All donated funds will go directly to the charity organization Ziedot.lv to provide immediate medical treatment for individuals whose lives depend on a specific amount of money they cannot afford themselves.

BrainStorm
Astro'n'out (Official)
Citi Zēni
OLAS
Kārlis Būmeisters
Dons

11/12/2024

🎄 The spirit of Spanish Christmas traditions with BELENES MURCIA
As a special gift from the Murcia region, the Embassy of Spain in Latvia proudly presents a stunning Nativity scene (Belén) in the heart of Riga. This handcrafted masterpiece, designed to showcase the rich cultural heritage of Spain, will be on display at the Riga Christmas Market.
📍 Location: Doma Square (next to the Riga Bourse Art Museum)�

🎄 Spāņu Ziemassvētku tradīciju gars ar BELENES MURCIA
Kā īpaša dāvana no Mursijas reģiona, Spānijas vēstniecība Latvijā ar lepnumu piedāvā iespaidīgu Kristus dzimšanas ainu (Belén) pašā Rīgas sirdī. Šis ar rokām darinātais meistardarbs, kas veidots, lai parādītu Spānijas bagāto kultūras mantojumu, būs apskatāms Rīgas Ziemassvētku tirdziņā.
📍 Vieta: Doma laukums (blakus Mākslas muzejam „Rīgas Birža”)

Address

Doma Laukums
Riga
1050

Opening Hours

Monday	11:00 - 21:00
Tuesday	11:00 - 21:00
Wednesday	11:00 - 21:00
Thursday	11:00 - 21:00
Friday	10:00 - 22:00
Saturday	10:00 - 22:00
Sunday	10:00 - 20:00

Website

http://www.vzt.lv/

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Videos

We’ve already had the pleasure of meeting our loyal visitor, Ace, who is on a journey to learn the Latvian language. In a honest confession to Santa, we can tell how he’s progressing! 🎅

✨Santa-approved questions with the season’s merriest visitors! 🎅 Pāris Ziemassvētku jautājumi mūsu foršajiem apmeklētājiem! #RigaChristmasMarket #domalaukums #domesquareriga #eventsinriga #ziemassvētkutirdziņš #liveriga

Meet our daily visitor, Ace! 🌏 Coming all the way from Indonesia, Ace now lives and studies in Riga. He's on a mission to learn Latvian (catch him practicing every day with market vendors!) Let's take a look on his choices of artisan-made gifts from the Riga Christmas Market—perfect tokens of Latvian charm to share with loved ones back home! 🎄🎁

Meet our star visitor, Ace! 🌟 Hailing all the way from Indonesia, he now calls Riga home while he studies here. Eager to master Latvian, you’ll often spot him chatting with market vendors, practicing with a big smile. And when it comes to food, Ace knows his way around the Riga Christmas Market—he’s here to share his tastiest finds! 🎄✨

Elves know their job is done! 😌 #loveislove #RigaChristmasMarket #riga

The came for the xmas market & stayed for the dance 💃🕺Just Like That! 🎄🎅🏽 #rigachristmasmarket #vibe #dance #party #xmas #riga

That one Christmas movie you're actually starring in 🎄🤩

Christmas Tree Lightening & official opening tonight: 4pm - 6pm 🎄🎅🏽

Day 1 ✨ Festive spirit slowly but steadily making its way into your hearts 🎄

Pievienojies jautrākajam Ziemassvētku notikumam Santa Fun Run 8. decembrī 🎅🏼 Neatkarīgi no tā, vai jūs skrienat, pastaigājaties vai šļūcat visiem būs jautri kopā pavadīt laiku Ziemassvētku vecīšu jūrā, kas raisīs visos milzīgu svētku prieku! Iegūsti biļete sev un ģimenei santafunrun.lv mājaslapā 🎅🏼 ❤️ Skrien palīdzot citiem! Katrs jūsu sperts solis ir solis pretī uzlabot dzīvi citiem. Visi Santa Fun Run skrējiena ieņēmumi tiks ziedoti RMHC Latvia - organizācijai, kas sniedz medicīnisko palīdzību Latvijas lauku apvidos dzīvojošiem bērniem.

🎅 Riga Christmas Market: Actual footage of where Santas recharge their Christmas spirit 🎄 Opening 29th November—for the rest of us! #domalaukums #domesquareriga #eventsinriga #ziemassvētkutirdziņš #liveriga #rigachristmasmarket

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Mīļie Latvijas iedzīvotāji! Gaidīsim Jūs viesos, lai sasildītu savas sirsniņas ar vairāk kā 100 mūsmāju ražotāju un amatnieku radītām dāvanām, kūpošu karstvīnu un uz mēles kūstošiem našķiem! Maģisko Ziemassvētku sajūtu bagātais Vecrīgas Ziemassvētku tirdziņš, Doma laukumā darbosies no 2018. gada 1. decembra. Tirdziņš būs atvērts katru dienu no plkst. 10:00 līdz 20:00, bet piektdienās un sestdienās līdz pat 22:00. Īpašu svētku noskaņu piektdienu vakaros un brīvdienās radīs daudzveidīga kultūras programma. Bērniem darbosies Koka figūru karuselis, aplokā būs apskatāmas dzīvas aitiņas un truši. Mazie ķipari varēs tikties un aprunāties ar Ziemassvētku vecīti un izstāstīt viņam savas vēlmes. Nedēļu nogalēs Ugunsnamiņā būs baudāmi īpaši kulinārie pārsteigumi un bērnus izvizinās Poniji. Gaidīsim jūs viesos! Mākslinieku uzstāšanos finansiāli atbalsta Rīgas Dome.