Tournament “Battle of the Riverbanks” (Krastu mačs), in which compete teams of Riga city locals from the right and left side of Daugava River, this year will take place for the seventeenth time. It is a 24-hour basketball tournament held at the Esplanade, bringing together professional and amateur basketball players alongside well-known public figures. The event creates a continuous 24-hour programme of sports and entertainment.
During the tournament, teams representing the right and left banks of the Daugava compete against one another. Spectators can also enjoy a variety of activities, contests, musical performances, and the Flavour Market throughout the event.
Programme
August 15
14:00 Clean R 3-Point Shooting Contest
14:40 Opening Ceremony of the “Coastal Match”
15:00 Opening Game: VEF Riga vs. Ghetto Family
16:00 Influencer Match
23:00 Actress Match
August 16
00:00 Actors vs. Musicians
14:00 Politicians’ Game
14:30 1-on-1 Mini Tournament