Cemetery Festival 2026 in Riga – a time to remember, gather, and honor our loved ones
A cemetery is a place where our dear ones rest in the earth's embrace, and where the memory of those who shaped our family stories is preserved across generations. The Cemetery Festival (Kapusvētki) is one of the most heartfelt Latvian traditions, gathering families, relatives, and friends every year to commemorate the departed together.
This event is more than just a tradition – it's an opportunity to spend time with family, meet relatives you haven't seen in a long time, and quietly remember those who are no longer with us.
Cemetery Festival dates in Riga's cemeteries:
📍 Jaunciems Cemetery: 09.08. at 14:00
📍 II Meža Cemetery: 09.08.
📍 Lāčupe Cemetery: 16.08. at 14:00
📍Jaunciems Cemetery: 16.08. at 15:00
📍 Rainis Cemetery: 22.08. at 15:00
📍 Katlakalns Cemetery: 29.08. at 12:00
📍 Biķeri Cemetery: 30.08. at 13:00
📍 Riga's Pļavnieki Cemetery: 30.08. at 15:00
📍 Matīss Cemetery: 06.09. at 15:00
📍 Vecmīlgrāvis Cemetery: 13.09. at 15:00
An Expression of Respect and Love
In preparation for the Cemetery Festival, gravesites are tended to with special care – flowers are planted, candles are lit, and the surrounding area is arranged, preserving the memory for future generations.
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Let's preserve traditions, memory, and family stories together.
