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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Midsummer Eve
Wednesday, June 23, 2027
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🏪 What's open
- Banks Closed
- Government offices Closed
- Schools Closed
- Shops Mostly closed
- Restaurants Reduced
- Public transit Reduced
- Stock market Closed
- Post office Closed
📣 Traveler notes
Latvia offers diverse attractions, including the World Heritage Old Town of Riga, vast forests, and a 500-km undeveloped coast with white sand. Key destinations include Liepāja (with its beach and Karosta district), Kuldīga (famous for Europe's widest waterfall), and Cēsis (known for medieval castle ruins).
- The primary traditional celebration is the Summer Solstice celebration (Vasaras saulgrieži), frequently held in Sigulda.
- Other significant annual events include Easter (Lieldienas) in April, featuring traditional town events, and New Year's Eve (Jaunā Gada svētki) near December 31st.
- Latvians value personal space and are generally reserved. Avoid discussing private topics such as salary, religion, or politics until a relationship is established. Remember that littering is illegal and subject to fines; holding doors and allowing others to board public transport first are appreciated gestures.
About this holiday
Midsummer Eve (Midsommar) celebrates the summer season, historically associated with the summer solstice. While the solstice typically falls near June 20-22, the festivities were traditionally celebrated around June 23-24 (Saint John's Eve). Common celebrations involve outdoor gatherings, bonfires, maypole dancing, and feasting.