Step by step life is getting back to normal in Latvia and that means first public concerts can finally happen! Here are the ones that we would not want anyone to miss and are definitely worth a visit! These events are not only pleasing to the ear, but also part of Latvian culture!
Raimonds Pauls in Mikhail Chekhov Riga Russian Theater
When? August 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15 and September 22
Rare opportunity to see maestro Raimonds Pauls performing live best of his music from 9 different theatre performances shown in last 20 years in Mikhail Chekhov Riga Russian Theater.
RĪGA Original recommends maestro Raimonds Pauls for who he is – truly legend. Most renowned and legendary maestro from Latvia.
Tickets you can buy here.
COVID-19 Restrictions: To attend the Concert, you shall present your ID and a valid COVID-19 digital certificate that confirms the fact of vaccination or recovery.
Chris Noah at Hanzas Perons
When? August 11
Chris Noah, young singer songwriter, previously has been spotted at Positivus festival, Summer Sound and other music festivals in Hamburg, Tallinn and other European cities. Chris Noah will perform songs from EP ”,What About Tomorrow” and ”Distance”, which received best pop music album nomination of biggest Latvian record company ”Zelta Mikrofons”in year 2020
RĪGA Original recommends – rising star.
Tickets you can buy here.
COVID-19 Restrictions: To attend the Concert, you shall present your ID and a valid COVID-19 digital certificate that confirms the fact of vaccination or recovery.
Dagamba music festival – Laivās (In the Boats)
When? August 14
Musical band Dagamba is organizing a festival on Lake Jugla near Rīga intended for spectators in boats. Besides unusual location and being in the boat on the lake, while enjoying the music, the festival builds the bridge between different music styles. As the complementing act to Dagamba, the Folk-Metal band Skyforger will join with its own unique musical sound.
RĪGA Original recommends – for festival’s authentic experience. Very unique and unforgettable experience. Highly recommended.
Tickets you can buy here.
COVID-19 Restrictions: Standing zone- you shall present your ID and a valid COVID-19 digital certificate that confirms the fact of vaccination or recovery.
Boat zone – no restrictions applied. When buying tickets, please read the terms and conditions for both zones.
Melo M concert
When? August 20
Cello trio Melo M will perform in one of the most unique locations in Riga – Melngalvju Nams / Black Head House. Experience not only musical delight but as well dive into the history of Riga visiting one of the most historic buildings of the city.
RĪGA Original recommends – for great music and a spectacular venue place. “Melo-M. Inspired by nature.” – cello trio in a musically diverse, acoustic concert programme.
Tickets you can buy here.
COVID-19 Restrictions: To attend the Concert, you shall present your ID and a valid COVID-19 digital certificate that confirms the fact of vaccination or recovery.
Astro’n’out concert
Photo from Astro’n’out home page
When? August 21
During 15 years band has created 5 albums and as they describe themselves, they have been updating the same way as computer system, each time better and each time new unexpected sound. Astro’n’out is loved amongst all generations. Therefore the concert in Mežaparks will be organized in a way that even if you have not managed to vaccinate your kids, a specially organized zone will allow families with the kids to enjoy the concert.
RĪGA Original recommends Astro’n’out for being true ambassadors of Rīga city, as they rose to popularity through song dedicated to one of the districts of Riga – Maskavas iela.
Tickets you can buy here.
COVID-19 Restrictions: Green zone tickets – you shall present your ID and a valid COVID-19 digital certificate that confirms the fact of vaccination or recovery.
Family zone – entrance for the families with the kids (since it is not possible to vaccinate kids).
Teens – 12-17 y.o. will have the opportunity to pass COVID 19 test on spot.
Adults shall present their ID and a valid COVID-19 digital certificate that confirms the fact of vaccination or recovery.
Instrumenti concert
When? August 26. 27, 28
Definitely one of the highlights of this summer will be 3 concerts of well-known band Instrumenti which will be held newly renovated Mezaparks Open Air Stage. “Instrumenti” is duo of academically educated musicians and their sound is a nice blend of indie-pop and experimental electro. They have been performing in multiple festivals in Northern Europe as well as Germany, Austria, France, Belgium and UK. Do not miss this opportunity to see them perform in native Riga.
RĪGA Original recommends for their quality of performance and passion for music. Very high quality light instrumental and indie music. Enjoyable even if you do not speak the language as the language here is the language of music and sound.
Tickets you can buy here.
COVID-19 Restrictions:
26.08 – To attend the Concert, you shall present your ID and a valid COVID-19 digital certificate that confirms the fact of vaccination or recovery.
27.08. – To attend the Concert you shall present your ID and valid COVID 19 test (24h) or valid COVID-19 digital certificate that confirms the fact of vaccination or recovery.
28.08. – To attend the Concert you shall present your ID and valid COVID 19 test (24h) or valid COVID-19 digital certificate that confirms the fact of vaccination or recovery.
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