Autumn in Riga

Riga Fashion Week

This October Riga once again becomes the Baltic capital of style as Riga Fashion Week returns for its autumn edition. Expect bold looks, rising stars of the modeling world, and fresh creativity from top Latvian and international designers. This season’s imagery embraces contrasts and daring energy, setting the tone for shows that blend innovation with high fashion.

Follow the latest updates and events at www.rfw.lv or on social media — and don’t miss the chance to experience the city’s fashion heartbeat this autumn.

The event will take place from October 20 to 24.

Address:

Hanzas Perons, Hanzas iela 16a

Riga IFF

The Riga International Film Festival (RIGA IFF) will transform the capital into a true celebration of cinema from October 16 to 26. Over the course of ten days and more than 100 screenings, audiences will experience bold and fresh films from Europe and around the world, each revealing the unique vision of its author. The festival is not only a showcase of outstanding works, but also a meeting place with filmmakers themselves – through special talks, masterclasses, and public events that invite a wider audience to take part.

This year’s theme, “SEE. SHIFT. BECOME.”, calls on viewers to embrace cinema as a journey – from the very first frame to the moment when what we’ve seen has already changed and transformed us.

Riga Restaurant week

From October 27, the capital will host Riga Restaurant Week – Autumn edition, a two-week celebration of food and flavor. Restaurants across the city will open their doors to all gourmets and food lovers ready to embark on a delicious culinary adventure. These are festive days both for refined connoisseurs and for those who simply enjoy the pleasures of life. During this time, everyone is invited to experiment, discover, and savor three-course menus at Riga’s restaurants for especially friendly prices.

More information HERE.

Rave AURORA

The second “Rave Aurora” night will once again resonate in the cultural space “Korpuss” on the eve of the “Staro Rīga” festival - November 14.

After the success of the first “Rave Aurora” event, which brought together a large audience and created vivid emotions, the organizers are ready to raise the bar even higher. This time, local electronic music artists will return to “Korpuss” with a powerful audio and visual experience.

The main stage will feature E91, Dmitry Puffin (live), FreIya March, Johnny Depo, Grisha Nirgov, Edessey, Feldmanis, Viktor Kaspersky, and others, offering a wide spectrum of electronic music — from techno and psy to hypnotic and progressive sounds.

“Rave Aurora” creates an environment where people can feel free, let themselves go on the dance floor, and collectively experience the energy that pulses through sound and light. 

Address:

Viskaļu iela 36

A visit to the galleries and museums

When the October rain is raging outside the window, the warm interiors of galleries and museums encourage you to come inside and experience art at your leisure. Learn about or revisit the most fascinating art venues and galleries in Riga, for example, Zuzeum, Kim? Or you can set aside some time to explore the fascinating and instructive museums here - Latvian National Museum of Art, Riga Art Nouveau Centre, RSU Anatomy Museum and many more!.

Opera and ballet

Rain, wind, and sudden bursts of golden sunshine – if autumn in Riga had a soundtrack, it would be as dramatic as Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony. It’s no wonder, then, that Riga’s cultural calendar is filled with dazzling opera and ballet performances. Casanova, Dracula, La Traviata, and Nabucco – these are just a few highlights from the rich programme of the Latvian National Opera and Ballet. To find out more about the upcoming performances, visit our events section.

See the city from above

The red roofs of Old Riga, the luxurious Art Nouveau houses of the Quiet Center and autumn-colored parks in the middle of everything - in autumn, Riga's splendor is best appreciated from above. Fortunately, there is no shortage of viewpoints in Riga - go to the terrace of the Latvian Academy of Sciences, the tower of St. Peter's Basilica or the Skyline bar on the top floor of the Radisson Blu Hotel Latvija.

Take a walk in the city parks

Enjoy how the colorful leaves rustle under your feet while taking a walk in Riga's parks. Catch postcard-worthy views at Vērmanes garden park, where the fountain has been recently restored, Bastejkalns and the nearby Kronvalda Park, and little further into Viesturdārzs, whose entrance is adorned by the grandiose Alexander Gate. Likewise, there is no lack of green spots on the left side of the Daugava - in Pārdaugava. Cast a romantic circle around the Māra pond and along the winding paths of Arkādijas Park.

The goodies of nature

When pumpkins, lingonberries and mushrooms appear in the market assortment, it is time to discover the cook in you. For the freshest local products, go to Riga's Central market or its little brother on the left - Āgenskalns market. On Saturdays, you can also buy goods from farmers and home producers in the Kalnciema quarter. Just be warned that you will most likely leave here with a full stomach.