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    Jaungada dienaPublic holidayWeekend

    New Year's Day

    Nationwide
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    1991. gada barikāžu aizstāvju atceres dienaObserved but not public holiday

    Commemoration Day of Defenders of the Barricades in 1991

    Nationwide

    Take Jan 19 off

    Days off: Jan 19–224-day weekend
  • Jan
    26

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    Latvijas Republikas starptautiskās (de jure) atzīšanas dienaObserved but not public holiday

    Day of the International (de jure) Recognition of the Republic of Latvia

    Nationwide

    Take Jan 27 off

    Days off: Jan 26–294-day weekend
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    2

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    Nacionālo partizānu bruņotās pretošanās atceres dienaObserved but not public holiday

    National Partisan Armed Resistance Remembrance Day

    Nationwide

    Take Mar 3 off

    Days off: Mar 2–54-day weekend
  • Mar
    8

    Wednesday

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    Starptautiskā sieviešu dienaObserved but not public holiday

    International Women's Day

    Nationwide
  • Mar
    17

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    Nacionālās pretošanās kustības piemiņas dienaObserved but not public holiday

    National Resistance Movement Remembrance Day

    Nationwide

    Take Mar 16 off

    Days off: Mar 16–194-day weekend
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    25

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    Komunistiskā genocīda upuru piemiņas dienaObserved but not public holidayWeekend

    Commemoration Day of Victims of Communist Terror

    Nationwide
  • Apr
    7

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    Lielā PiektdienaPublic holiday

    Good Friday

    Nationwide

    Take Apr 6 off

    Days off: Apr 6–105-day weekend
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    9

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    Pirmās LieldienasPublic holidayWeekend

    Easter Sunday

    Nationwide

    Take Apr 6 off

    Days off: Apr 6–105-day weekend
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    10

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    Otrās LieldienasPublic holiday

    Easter Monday

    Nationwide

    Take Apr 6 off

    Days off: Apr 6–105-day weekend
  • Apr
    27

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    Latgales kongresa dienaObserved but not public holiday

    Latgale Congress Day

    Nationwide

    Take Apr 28 off

    Days off: Apr 27–May 15-day weekend
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    Darba svētkiPublic holiday

    Labour Day

    Nationwide

    Take Apr 28 off

    Days off: Apr 27–May 15-day weekend
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    4

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    Latvijas Republikas Neatkarības atjaunošanas dienaPublic holiday

    Day of the Restoration of Independence of the Republic of Latvia

    Nationwide

    Take May 5, May 10 off

    Days off: May 4–107-day weekend
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    8

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    Nacisma sagrāves diena un Otrā pasaules kara upuru piemiņas dienaObserved but not public holiday

    Day of the Defeat of Nazism and Commemoration Day of Victims of World War II

    Nationwide

    Take May 5, May 10 off

    Days off: May 4–107-day weekend
  • May
    9

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    Eiropas dienaObserved but not public holiday

    Europe Day

    Nationwide

    Take May 5, May 10 off

    Days off: May 4–107-day weekend
  • May
    14

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    Mātes dienaPublic holidayWeekend

    Mother's Day

    Nationwide

    Take May 16 off

    Days off: May 13–175-day weekend
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    Starptautiskā ģimenes dienaObserved but not public holiday

    International Day of the Family

    Nationwide

    Take May 16 off

    Days off: May 13–175-day weekend
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    17

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    Ugunsdzēsēju un glābēju dienaObserved but not public holiday

    Firefighter and Rescuer Day

    Nationwide

    Take May 16 off

    Days off: May 13–175-day weekend
  • May
    28

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    VasarsvētkiPublic holidayWeekend

    Pentecost

    Nationwide
  • May
    29

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    Diena, kad Latvijas hokeja komanda ieguva bronzas medaļu 2023. gada Pasaules hokeja čempionātāPublic holiday

    Day of the Latvian Ice Hockey Team's Bronze Medal Win at the 2023 IIHF World Championship

    Nationwide
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    Starptautiskā bērnu aizsardzības dienaObserved but not public holiday

    International Day for Protection of Children

    Nationwide

    Take Jun 2 off

    Days off: Jun 1–44-day weekend
  • Jun
    14

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    Komunistiskā genocīda upuru piemiņas dienaObserved but not public holiday

    Commemoration Day of Victims of Communist Terror

    Nationwide
  • Jun
    17

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    Latvijas Republikas okupācijas dienaObserved but not public holidayWeekend

    Day of the Occupation of the Republic of Latvia

    Nationwide
  • Jun
    18

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    Medicīnas darbinieku dienaObserved but not public holidayWeekend

    Medical Worker Day

    Nationwide
  • Jun
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    Varoņu piemiņas diena (Cēsu kaujas atceres diena)Observed but not public holiday

    Heroes' Commemoration Day (Anniversary of the Battle of Cēsis)

    Nationwide

    Take Jun 21 off

    Days off: Jun 21–255-day weekend
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    23

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    Līgo dienaPublic holiday

    Līgo Day

    Nationwide

    Take Jun 21 off

    Days off: Jun 21–255-day weekend
  • Jun
    24

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    Jāņu dienaPublic holidayWeekend

    Jāņi Day

    Nationwide

    Take Jun 21 off

    Days off: Jun 21–255-day weekend
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    4

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    Ebreju tautas genocīda upuru piemiņas dienaObserved but not public holiday

    Commemoration Day of Genocide Against the Jews

    Nationwide

    Take Jul 3 off

    Days off: Jul 1–44-day weekend
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    8

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    Jūras svētku dienaObserved but not public holidayWeekend

    Day of the Sea Festival

    Nationwide

    Take Jul 7, Jul 11 off

    Days off: Jul 7–115-day weekend
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    10

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    Vispārējo latviešu Dziesmu un deju svētku noslēguma dienaPublic holiday

    Final Day of the Nationwide Latvian Song and Dance Celebration

    Nationwide

    Take Jul 7, Jul 11 off

    Days off: Jul 7–115-day weekend
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    Latvijas brīvības cīnītāju piemiņas dienaObserved but not public holiday

    Latvian Freedom Fighters' Remembrance Day

    Nationwide

    Take Aug 10 off

    Days off: Aug 10–134-day weekend
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    Konstitucionālā likuma “Par Latvijas Republikas valstisko statusu” pieņemšanas dienaObserved but not public holiday

    Day of the Passing of the Constitutional Law on the Status of the Republic of Latvia as a State

    Nationwide

    Take Aug 22 off

    Days off: Aug 19–235-day weekend
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    Staļinisma un nacisma upuru atceres dienaObserved but not public holiday

    Day of Remembrance for Victims of Stalinism and Nazism

    Nationwide

    Take Aug 22 off

    Days off: Aug 19–235-day weekend
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    Zinību dienaObserved but not public holiday

    Knowledge Day

    Nationwide
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    Tēva dienaObserved but not public holidayWeekend

    Father's Day

    Nationwide
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    Baltu vienības dienaObserved but not public holiday

    Baltic Unity Day

    Nationwide

    Take Sep 21 off

    Days off: Sep 21–244-day weekend
  • Oct
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    Sunday

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    Starptautiskā senioru dienaObserved but not public holidayWeekend

    International Day of Older Persons

    Nationwide
  • Oct
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    Valsts valodas dienaObserved but not public holidayWeekend

    Official Language Day

    Nationwide
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    Robežsargu dienaObserved but not public holiday

    Border Guards Day

    Nationwide

    Take Nov 6 off

    Days off: Nov 4–74-day weekend
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    Lāčplēša dienaObserved but not public holidayWeekend

    Lāčplēsis Day

    Nationwide
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    Latvijas Republikas Proklamēšanas dienaPublic holiday

    Day of the Proclamation of the Republic of Latvia

    Nationwide

    Take Nov 22 off

    Days off: Nov 18–225-day weekend
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    2013. gada 21. novembra traģēdijas atceres dienaObserved but not public holiday

    Remembrance Day of the Tragedy of 21 November 2013

    Nationwide

    Take Nov 22 off

    Days off: Nov 18–225-day weekend
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    Pret latviešu tautu vērstā totalitārā komunistiskā režīma genocīda upuru piemiņas dienaObserved but not public holidayWeekend

    Commemoration Day of Victims of Genocide Against the Latvian People By the Totalitarian Communist Regime

    Nationwide

    Take Dec 4 off

    Days off: Dec 2–54-day weekend
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    Policijas darbinieku dienaObserved but not public holiday

    Police Day

    Nationwide

    Take Dec 4 off

    Days off: Dec 2–54-day weekend
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    Ziemassvētku vakarsPublic holidayWeekend

    Christmas Eve

    Nationwide
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    25

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    Pirmie ZiemassvētkiPublic holiday

    Christmas Day

    Nationwide
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    26

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    Otrie ZiemassvētkiPublic holiday

    Second day of Christmas

    Nationwide
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    Vecgada dienaPublic holidayWeekend

    New Year's Eve

    Nationwide

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Public Holidays in Latvia

Jaungada diena

1 Jan 2023

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.

1991. gada barikāžu aizstāvju atceres diena

20 Jan 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Latvijas Republikas starptautiskās (de jure) atzīšanas diena

26 Jan 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Nacionālo partizānu bruņotās pretošanās atceres diena

2 Mar 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Starptautiskā sieviešu diena

8 Mar 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Nacionālās pretošanās kustības piemiņas diena

17 Mar 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Komunistiskā genocīda upuru piemiņas diena

25 Mar–14 Jun 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Lielā Piektdiena

7 Apr 2023

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.

Pirmās Lieldienas

9 Apr 2023

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.

Otrās Lieldienas

10 Apr 2023

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.

Latgales kongresa diena

27 Apr 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Darba svētki

1 May 2023

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.

Latvijas Republikas Neatkarības atjaunošanas diena

4 May 2023

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.

Nacisma sagrāves diena un Otrā pasaules kara upuru piemiņas diena

8 May 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Eiropas diena

9 May 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Mātes diena

14 May 2023

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.

Starptautiskā ģimenes diena

15 May 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Ugunsdzēsēju un glābēju diena

17 May 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Vasarsvētki

28 May 2023

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.

Diena, kad Latvijas hokeja komanda ieguva bronzas medaļu 2023. gada Pasaules hokeja čempionātā

29 May 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Starptautiskā bērnu aizsardzības diena

1 Jun 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Latvijas Republikas okupācijas diena

17 Jun 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Medicīnas darbinieku diena

18 Jun 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Varoņu piemiņas diena (Cēsu kaujas atceres diena)

22 Jun 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Līgo diena

23 Jun 2023

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.

Jāņu diena

24 Jun 2023

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.

Ebreju tautas genocīda upuru piemiņas diena

4 Jul 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Jūras svētku diena

8 Jul 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Vispārējo latviešu Dziesmu un deju svētku noslēguma diena

10 Jul 2023

Final Day of the Nationwide Latvian Song and Dance Celebration marks the closing of the country’s flagship cultural festival, held every five years. The closing day is a public holiday, and many people attend performances or watch broadcasts, making it a major national cultural event.

Latvijas brīvības cīnītāju piemiņas diena

11 Aug 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Konstitucionālā likuma “Par Latvijas Republikas valstisko statusu” pieņemšanas diena

21 Aug 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Staļinisma un nacisma upuru atceres diena

23 Aug 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Zinību diena

1 Sep 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Tēva diena

10 Sep 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Baltu vienības diena

22 Sep 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Starptautiskā senioru diena

1 Oct 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Valsts valodas diena

15 Oct 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Robežsargu diena

7 Nov 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Lāčplēša diena

11 Nov 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Latvijas Republikas Proklamēšanas diena

20 Nov 2023

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.

2013. gada 21. novembra traģēdijas atceres diena

21 Nov 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Pret latviešu tautu vērstā totalitārā komunistiskā režīma genocīda upuru piemiņas diena

3 Dec 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Policijas darbinieku diena

5 Dec 2023

This is a public holiday in Latvia.

Ziemassvētku vakars

24 Dec 2023

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.

Pirmie Ziemassvētki

25 Dec 2023

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.

Otrie Ziemassvētki

26 Dec 2023

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.

Vecgada diena

31 Dec 2023

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.

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