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X-WR-CALNAME:Latvia Public Holidays 2016
X-WR-CALDESC:Public holidays in Latvia for 2016.
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:New Year's Day-2016-01-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160102
SUMMARY:Jaungada diena
DESCRIPTION:New Year’s Day (Jaunais Gads\, January 1) marks the beginning of the calendar year and is a nationwide public holiday in Latvia. After festive New Year’s Eve celebrations with fireworks and social gatherings\, the day itself is usually calm. Most shops\, offices\, and public institutions are closed\, and many people spend the day resting\, visiting family\, or enjoying winter walks.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Commemoration Day of Defenders of the Barricades in 1991-2016-01-20@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160121
SUMMARY:1991. gada barikāžu aizstāvju atceres diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Day of the International (de jure) Recognition of the Republic of Latvia-2016-01-26@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160127
SUMMARY:Latvijas Republikas starptautiskās (de jure) atzīšanas diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:International Women's Day-2016-03-08@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160308
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160309
SUMMARY:Starptautiskā sieviešu diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Good Friday-2016-03-25@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160326
SUMMARY:Lielā Piektdiena
DESCRIPTION:Good Friday (Lielā Piektdiena\, Friday before Easter) commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and is observed as a public holiday in Latvia. Traditionally\, it is a quiet and reflective day with limited commercial activity. Many businesses remain closed\, and public events are minimal\, as the day forms part of the Easter holiday period.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Easter Sunday-2016-03-27@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160327
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160328
SUMMARY:Pirmās Lieldienas
DESCRIPTION:Easter Sunday (Lieldienas) celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ and is an important Christian holiday in Latvia. Families often gather for festive meals and follow traditional customs\, including decorating eggs and participating in symbolic rituals related to spring and renewal. As the holiday falls on a Sunday\, the atmosphere is generally peaceful and family-oriented.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Easter Monday-2016-03-28@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160328
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160329
SUMMARY:Otrās Lieldienas
DESCRIPTION:Easter Monday (Otrās Lieldienas\, Monday after Easter) continues the Easter celebrations and is a public holiday across Latvia. It is traditionally associated with outdoor activities\, visiting relatives\, and enjoying the arrival of spring. Many workplaces and schools remain closed\, allowing families to extend their holiday weekend.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Latgale Congress Day-2016-04-27@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160428
SUMMARY:Latgales kongresa diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Labour Day-2016-05-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160502
SUMMARY:Darba svētki
DESCRIPTION:Labour Day (Darba svētki\, May 1) in Latvia celebrates workers and social rights and is observed as a nationwide public holiday. The day is often marked by public events\, concerts\, and gatherings\, especially in cities. For many people\, it is also a spring holiday spent outdoors with family and friends.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Day of the Restoration of Independence of the Republic of Latvia-2016-05-04@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160505
SUMMARY:Latvijas Republikas Neatkarības atjaunošanas diena
DESCRIPTION:Restoration of Independence Day (Latvijas Republikas Neatkarības atjaunošanas diena\, May 4) commemorates Latvia’s declaration of restored independence in 1990. It is one of the most important national holidays in modern Latvian history. The day is marked by official ceremonies\, concerts\, flag displays\, and public celebrations throughout the country.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Mother's Day-2016-05-08@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160509
SUMMARY:Mātes diena
DESCRIPTION:Mother’s Day (Mātes diena\, second Sunday of May) is a public holiday in Latvia and is dedicated to honoring mothers and family values. Families typically celebrate by giving flowers\, gifts\, and spending time together. Schools and kindergartens often organize performances and activities\, making the day especially meaningful for families with children.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Europe Day-2016-05-09@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160509
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160510
SUMMARY:Eiropas diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Pentecost-2016-05-15@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160516
SUMMARY:Vasarsvētki
DESCRIPTION:Pentecost (Vasarsvētki\, Whitsunday) is a public holiday in Latvia marking the Christian feast of the Holy Spirit. Many people attend church services or spend the day with family\, and most offices and schools are closed.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Firefighter and Rescuer Day-2016-05-17@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160518
SUMMARY:Ugunsdzēsēju un glābēju diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:International Day for Protection of Children-2016-06-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160602
SUMMARY:Starptautiskā bērnu aizsardzības diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Commemoration Day of Victims of Communist Terror-2016-06-14@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160615
SUMMARY:Komunistiskā genocīda upuru piemiņas diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Day of the Occupation of the Republic of Latvia-2016-06-17@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160618
SUMMARY:Latvijas Republikas okupācijas diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Medical Worker Day-2016-06-19@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160620
SUMMARY:Medicīnas darbinieku diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Heroes' Commemoration Day (Anniversary of the Battle of Cēsis)-2016-06-22@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160623
SUMMARY:Varoņu piemiņas diena (Cēsu kaujas atceres diena)
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Līgo Day-2016-06-23@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160624
SUMMARY:Līgo diena
DESCRIPTION:Midsummer Eve (Līgo Diena\, June 23) is one of the most important and widely celebrated holidays in Latvian culture. It marks the summer solstice and is deeply rooted in ancient traditions. Celebrations include wearing flower wreaths\, singing traditional songs\, lighting bonfires\, and staying awake through the shortest night of the year. Most businesses are closed as people gather with family and friends.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Jāņi Day-2016-06-24@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160625
SUMMARY:Jāņu diena
DESCRIPTION:Midsummer Day (Jāņi\, June 24) continues the celebrations of the summer solstice and is a public holiday in Latvia. The day is typically spent relaxing after the night-long festivities of Līgo Diena. It is closely associated with Latvian identity\, folklore\, and nature\, making it one of the most culturally significant holidays of the year.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Commemoration Day of Genocide Against the Jews-2016-07-04@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160705
SUMMARY:Ebreju tautas genocīda upuru piemiņas diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Day of the Sea Festival-2016-07-09@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160710
SUMMARY:Jūras svētku diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Latvian Freedom Fighters' Remembrance Day-2016-08-11@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160812
SUMMARY:Latvijas brīvības cīnītāju piemiņas diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Day of the Passing of the Constitutional Law on the Status of the Republic of Latvia as a State-2016-08-21@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160821
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160822
SUMMARY:Konstitucionālā likuma “Par Latvijas Republikas valstisko statusu” pieņemšanas diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Day of Remembrance for Victims of Stalinism and Nazism-2016-08-23@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160823
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160824
SUMMARY:Staļinisma un nacisma upuru atceres diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Knowledge Day-2016-09-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160902
SUMMARY:Zinību diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Father's Day-2016-09-11@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160912
SUMMARY:Tēva diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Baltic Unity Day-2016-09-22@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160923
SUMMARY:Baltu vienības diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:International Day of Older Persons-2016-10-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161002
SUMMARY:Starptautiskā senioru diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Teachers' Day-2016-10-02@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161002
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161003
SUMMARY:Skolotāju diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Border Guards Day-2016-11-07@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161108
SUMMARY:Robežsargu diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Lāčplēsis Day-2016-11-11@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161112
SUMMARY:Lāčplēša diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Day of the Proclamation of the Republic of Latvia-2016-11-18@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161119
SUMMARY:Latvijas Republikas Proklamēšanas diena
DESCRIPTION:Proclamation Day of the Republic of Latvia (Latvijas Republikas proklamēšanas diena\, November 18) commemorates the founding of the Republic of Latvia in 1918. It is a major national holiday marked by official ceremonies\, parades\, concerts\, and fireworks. The Latvian flag is widely displayed\, and the day is observed with strong patriotic sentiment.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Commemoration Day of Victims of Genocide Against the Latvian People By the Totalitarian Communist Regime-2016-12-04@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161205
SUMMARY:Pret latviešu tautu vērstā totalitārā komunistiskā režīma genocīda upuru piemiņas diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Police Day-2016-12-05@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161206
SUMMARY:Policijas darbinieku diena
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Latvia.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Christmas Eve-2016-12-24@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161225
SUMMARY:Ziemassvētku vakars
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Eve (Ziemassvētku vakars\, December 24) is a public holiday in Latvia and an essential part of the Christmas season. Families traditionally gather in the evening to share festive meals\, exchange gifts\, and follow Christmas customs. Most shops and businesses close early\, and public transport operates on reduced schedules.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Christmas Day-2016-12-25@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161226
SUMMARY:Pirmie Ziemassvētki
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Day (Ziemassvētki\, December 25) celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ and is observed as a nationwide public holiday. It is usually a calm and family-focused day\, with most businesses and public institutions closed. People spend the day resting\, visiting relatives\, and enjoying the festive atmosphere.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Second day of Christmas-2016-12-26@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161227
SUMMARY:Otrie Ziemassvētki
DESCRIPTION:Second Christmas Day (Otrie Ziemassvētki\, December 26) continues the Christmas celebrations in Latvia. It is commonly spent visiting friends and extended family or enjoying winter activities. Some shops reopen\, but many people remain on holiday\, making it a relaxed continuation of the festive period.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:New Year's Eve-2016-12-31@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260727T194553Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170101
SUMMARY:Vecgada diena
DESCRIPTION:New Year’s Eve (Vecgada vakars\, December 31) is a public holiday in Latvia and one of the most festive days of the year. People prepare for celebrations with family and friends\, enjoy special meals\, and gather in public spaces for fireworks at midnight. Many businesses close early as the country prepares to welcome the New Year.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/latvia/2016
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
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