Spooky Riga guide

Time of Souls in Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum

From October 25th to November 3rd, the Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum, in collaboration with the creative team of the "Winter Light Garden," invites you to a contemplative, slightly mystical, yet spiritually uplifting autumn light walking trail called “Time of Souls in the Open-Air Museum.” With more than twenty installations, sound, light, and projection stories, you will have the opportunity to glimpse into the mythical world of ancient Latvians and learn about the Time of Souls, how our ancestors honored the time of spirits, and what beliefs and traditions surrounded it.

The more than one-kilometer-long walk through the unusually illuminated Open-Air Museum exhibition will be available for only 10 evenings. The stories along the light walking trail have been created by folklore experts from the Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum. The light installations will be designed by the experienced team from the "Winter Light Garden," with participation from Latvian lighting designers and video content creators. The atmosphere along the trail will be enhanced by specially recorded folk songs, and a café will be open.

Address:

Brīvdabas iela 21

Halloween Tour of Riga - ghosts, graves and more!

Step into the shadows of Riga this Halloween season with tours on October 26, 30, 31, and November 1, 2 at 18:00. Guided through graveyards steeped in stories, haunted legends, restless spirits, and hidden history, these spine-tingling tours reveal a side of Riga rarely seen. Prepare for an unforgettable journey where history and the supernatural meet in thrilling harmony.

Language: English

Halloween horror park

Until November 3, a spine-chilling, fear-filled atmosphere will take over Lucavsala in Riga, drawing in thrill-seekers. Visitors will encounter iconic horror movie characters in impressive costumes crafted with the help of a Hollywood horror film producer, as well as adrenaline-pumping rides that promise unforgettable moments for those brave enough to enter!

Ages 0-6: FREE ENTRY
Ages 7-17: 10 EUR
Adults: 15 EUR

Address:

Lucavsala

Walk through Riga cemeteries

What could be more fitting during Halloween than a walk through the Riga cemeteries?! We have prepared a special Cemetery Guide where you can find inspiration for a spooky yet peaceful stroll in the autumn of Riga. Let’s be honest—it's no secret that Latvians have a unique relationship with cemeteries and cemetery culture, not to mention one of the most popular events in the country—the Cemetery Festival, commonly known as the “Dead People Festival.” So, dive into this slightly eerie but not terrifying Cemetery Guide!

Adams family movie night

Perhaps one of the most classic ghost season films in cinema, the 1991 black comedy "The Addams Family," directed by Barry Sonnenfeld, will have a special screening at the luxurious Splendid Palace cinema.

In this version of the film, the main roles are played by Anjelica Huston, Raul Julia, Christopher Lloyd, Christina Ricci, and Jimmy Workman. The film features a group of con artists planning to trick the Addams family by sending in an accomplice who pretends to be the family's long-lost uncle.

Address:

Elizabetes iela 61

Memento mori workshop

How can the inanimate be brought to life? Is movement a synonym for being alive? Can we always trust what we see? The answers lie in the RSU Anatomy Museum’s creative workshop for adults, where each participant will have the chance to create their very own zoetrope—a vintage device for creating the illusion of movement—from simple materials to take home after the workshop.

Participants will also get a glimpse into the origins of moving images, learn the basic principles of the zoetrope, and receive various memento mori-themed images to bring their zoetrope to life. Exploding skulls, a box of bones, dancing and leaping skeletons—all reminders that nothing is eternal, we are all mortal, and one day, we too will become skeletons. This “haunted” month workshop is a perfect tribute, where beginnings and endings chase each other in circles, and the line between the living and the inanimate blurs in the 19th-century spirit of the movement illusion.

Remember, that it is always a good idea during spooky season to go and see unique and exclusive RSU Anatomy museum!

Address:

Kronvalda bulvāris 9

Dark Carneval at M/Darbnīca

Experience an unforgettable night at M/Darbnīca on November 1 as we dive into the dark carnival of Veļu Laiks! Expect mesmerizing live performances, thrilling visual effects, and an atmosphere that will transport you to another world.

Live Performances:

-NUUN (Artūrs Cukanovs, Reinis Puriņš) – Experimental sounds that pull you in, and hypnotic rhythms that stay with you.
-Platons Buravickis – Music that challenges boundaries and fills the air with emotional intensity.

DJ Sets:

-DJ KAT LKAT TAT (Berlin) – A taste of Berlin’s underground on stage, bringing energy that captivates.
-DJ Henri Laķis – Dance rhythms that keep you moving until the early morning light.

Visual Artists:

-Digidiva Visuals (Sandija Trautmane) – Light and visual shows that add a sense of mystery to every moment.
-NERSA
-Patriks Kirkils

Address:

Aristida Briāna iela 9

Swash Halloween Vol. 2

Swash Returns to Riga with Legendary Halloween Bash at Digital Art House on November 1st!

Swash Halloween is known for unforgettable Halloween parties, Swash is set to deliver another night of spine-tingling beats and electrifying energy, featuring a crazy lineup of international and local House and Techno artists. The dress code this year is ”The "Throwback Horror Icons". Following dress code invites guests to channel the bold, iconic characters from 80s and 90s horror films. 

Don’t miss out on this chilling experience at Digital Art House—where music, mystery, and mayhem collide.

Address:

Skolas iela 2