Jūrmala summer 20161000.71 KB
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Jūrmala summer 20161000.71 KB
JŪRMALA SUMMER 2016 Calendar of events Activities for families with children Leisure time ideas CONTENT BIGGEST EVENTS Jūrmala resort festival and “ZZ festival” Major events at Dzintari concert hall Laughter therapy at Dzintari concert hall Līgo in Jūrmala Welcome to Ķemeri Nacional park Jūrmala festival, Jomas street festival and Ghetto games Jūrmala marathons Night expedition for kids CEV championship “Jurmala masters” 2016 Līvu akvaparks Kauguri autumn festival 5 6 8 11 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 ACTIVITIES FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN “Childrens summer in Melluži Dzintari forest park Playgrounds and beaches Water amusements and public swimming pools Children’s clubs and other activities 22 23 24 26 28 Ideas for leisure time Ķemeru National park Jūrmala cultural centre Jūrmala’s museums Open-air museum and Nature park “Raga kāpa” Tennis and bowling Boats, ships and the port Chi Kung and Yoga classes Rollerskating at Majori sports hall Nordic walking on the beach 30 32 33 34 36 37 38 39 39 CALENDAR OF EVENTS 40 BIGGEST EVENTS Biggest events Biggest events May 28 Jūrmala Resort Festival and “ZZ FESTIVAL” Jūrmala Resort Festival is a very special celebration, marking the beginning of the summer season in the largest resort town of the Baltics. This happy occasion will take place on May 28, Jūrmala Town Council and local residents have prepared a number of spectacular events for all the visitors. The festival opens at 13:00 with a parade, inviting every inhabitant of Jūrmala to join in. All day long, the town’s guests and residents will be able to enjoy special tasting events offered by restaurants, concerts held in the Horna Garden and on the beach, the holiday fair, activities for children, including the Latvian High School Sports & Quiz “ZZ Tournament” finals, and many more. The festival will be concluded with an exclusive Laima Vaikule’s performance on the grand beach stage, and spectacular summer fireworks. The band “Carnival Youth” popular among teenagers will intro4 duce the concert. “ZZ Tournament” is the largest Latvian high school sports competition, and Jūrmala Resort Festival will host its finals called “ZZ Festival”. Best Latvian teams will compete against each other in the Dzintari Forest Park and on the beach. In the meantime, such bands as “Triānas Parks”, “Frankie Animal”, “Olas”, “Justs” and DJ “Dub:ra” will entertain the guests and the competitors, taking care of the atmosphere. The entire event will be broadcast live; the activities will alternate with different beach sports shows, skimboarding and DJ workshops, as well as inline and trick skating master-classes, ZINOO science centre wonders and creative workshops. For more information visit www.visitjurmala.lv 5 Biggest events Biggest events MAJOR EVENTS AT DZINTARI CONCERT HALL JUNE 4 / 20:00 / GREAT HALL DZINTARI CONCERT HALL 80th ANNIVERSARY GALA This year, the Dzintari Concert Hall is celebrating its 80th anniversary, and since this was Latvia’s first concert hall, this event is of particular importance. The anniversary year will be marked with numerous concerts and performances offered to the audiences every day all year long. The Jūrmala Festival is one of this spring’s major events that will take seven days and cater for all tastes in music and drama. The Summertime Festival by Inese Galante as well as various concerts by some of the world’s most famous artists will be offered for the listeners’ enjoyment as well. This musical performance, also known as the “Symphony of Thousands” will bring together more than a hundred musicians on the big stage of Dzintari Concert Hall. Gustav Mahler (1860-1911) once said that he wrote a “cheerful gift to the nation, a great and inconceivable source of joy.” The audience will meet some popular and famous musicians and bands: the Maestro Raimonds Pauls, Antons Ļahovskis, Daumants Kalniņš, the Latvian National Symphony Orchestra, the Latvian Radio Big Band, Intars Busulis and other musicians. June 18 / 20:00 / Great Hall Mahler’s Eighth Symphony June 30 / 20:00 / Great Hall Performance “Chapayev and Void” A theatrical adaptation of the famous Victor Pelevin’s novel will be staged at the Dzintari Concert Hall. This year, the show celebrates its 15th anniversary. This epic production is rich in talented acting, bold direction and tragicomic moments. july 5 – July 8, Great Hall Festival “Laima vaikule jūrmala rEndez-vous” This four-day-long festival will bring together more than 20 singers and bands onto the stage of the Dzintari Concert Hall. Full programme of the festival on page 43 - 44. August 8 – 14, Great & Small Hall Inese Galante festival “Summertime 2016” This is a very special concert event in Latvia that will delight the audience with a great variety of performers and musical genres, beautiful and surprising concert programmes, and Jūrmala’s charming and warm ambience. The famous Latvian opera star Inese Galante will invite a number of musical celebrities and new talents to perform at the Dzintari Concert Hall. Full programme of the festival on page 46 - 47. 6 For more information visit www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 7 Biggest events Biggest events LAUGHTER THERAPY AT DZINTARI CONCERT HALL June 21 / 19:30 / Great Hall “Comedy Club”: Duo “KaribidiS & Skorohod” and musical “Comedy” Jūrmala has traditionally been home to a variety of comedy festivals. More than that, laughter has long been known as a great remedy against various ailments — it relaxes the body, reduces stress and strengthens the immune system. We are glad to offer four major comedy festivals. Stand-up, sketches and musical acts by the Ponomarenko brothers, Gennady Vetrov, Svyatoslav Eshchenko, Valentina Kokina and Victor Ostroukhov, and EKS BB show band. The event will be held in Russian. Positive emotions, jokes about sex, politics and the underside of show business. Comedy Club residents have no taboos, and their audacious sense of humour always hits the target, causing bursts of laughter. June 27 / 19:00 / Great Hall Comedy show “Umora u Morja” June 22-24 Festival “KVARTĀLS 95” This Ukrainian music & comedy festival will bring together such showbiz stars as Ruslana, Jamala, the actors of “Kvartal” and the “Vremja i Steklo” band. June 29-31 Festival “VISI HUMORA HĪTI” The festival will feature the “Kvartet I” actor quartet, the stars of “Election Day” (“День выборов”), “Radio Day” (“День радио”) and “What Do Men Talk About” (“О чем говорят мужчины”). Also featuring the performer Semyon Slepakov and the TNT Channel Stand Up comedians. The event will be held in Russian. For more information visit www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 8 9 Biggest events Biggest events June 18 and 23 LĪGO IN JURMALA The celebration of Līgo midsummer festival in Jurmala will start on June 18 at the Jurmala Open Air Museum with ethnographic celebration of ancient traditions with songs and dances. On the same day, in the Forest House of the Ķemeri National Park, another solstice-related celebration event, dedicated to different species of plants, incuding protected plant species that must not be picked for making holiday wreaths. Jūrmala Town Council has set up several Līgo bonfire sites on the beach. On July 23 the bonfires will be lit along the entire town of Jūrmala, from Jaunķemeri to Lielupe. The biggest night parties will be held on the beaches in Dzintari and Kauguri. The “Apvedceļš” country band will perform in Kauguri, but Dzintari will host “Džentlmeņu Špagats”, and Normunds Rutulis and “Musiqq”. The event will start around 20:00. For more information visit www.visitjurmala.lv www.kemerunacionalaisparks.lv 10 11 Biggest events Biggest events WELCOME TO ĶEMERI NATIONAL PARK In June, the Meadow Day is traditionally held at the Ķemeri National Park, with guided tours to natural grasslands, various workshops and activities for kids. This year, Ķemeri invites everyone to take part in the hay-clearing event. Visit the website of the national park for detailed info. July 9 BAT Night One of the oldest and most popular events in the Ķemeri National Park. It begins at sunset with lectures and workshops for children. After sunset, all visitors are welcome to join bat watching guided tours. The event is held in the Forest House at Ķemeri. August 12 and 13 Ķemeri Festival Held by a local resident organisation, this event traditionally starts in the late evening with an open-air concert by candlelight near the “Ķirzaciņa” sulphur spring. The second day offers various sports activities, games and assignments. The evening of the second day traditionally ends with open-air parties. The event will be held in the Ķemeri Park. For more information visit www.kemerunacionalaisparks.lv 12 13 Biggest events Biggest events JŪRMALA FESTIVAL, JOMAS STREET FESTIVAL AND GHETTO GAMES During the week of the event, the Dzintari Concert Hall will host Vestards Šimkus with the trumpeter Sergei Nakariakov, Ivars Kalniņš with his “Kino Teātris” concert, the Georgian jazz band “Egari”, Ksenija Sidorova will perform as Carmen, while the tenor Aleksandrs Antonenko will offer a solo concert. The festival’s special guest will be Intars Busulis and the “Abonementa” orchestra playing together with the Liepaja Symphony Orchestra. A look at the best Broadway musicals will be offered by Louise Dearman, Adrian der Gregorian, and the Jūrmala Festival Orchestra conducted by Roberts Purvis. The festival will end with an Italian-style gala concert. Pasākumu programma 44. lpp. These three major events will perfectly complement one another, merging into a fun festival for every visitor of Jūrmala. July 15 Salsa Night on the beach July 11–16 JŪrmala Festival On July 15, one will be able to enjoy a great show by “Orchestra Mercadonegro” on the beach in Dzintari. This band is a unique Salsa music group, made up of talented artists. The concert will be followed by a beach party until dawn. July 15-16 Ghetto Games Streetball Tournament It’s not just basketball; this is a gorgeous show that has earned worldwide fame! Two days spent in stiff competitions in Majori, on the car park across the railway station. Visitors will be entertained by trick shows, contests, and, of course, the streetball tournament itself. July 16 Jomas Street Festival This spectacular summertime festival will be held to celebrate one of the oldest streets in Jūrmala – Jomas street. This celebration will be marked with an extensive concert programme presented on several stages, theatrical performances, exciting sports activities and a special stage for children. For more information visit www.visitjurmala.lv, www.jurmalasfestivals.lv un www.ghetto.lv 14 15 Biggest events JŪRMALA MARATHONS June 5 Jūrmala Cycling Marathon The participant registration will start on July 5 at 9:00, next to the Dzintari Concert Hall. 4 routes will be available: Sports (87 km), Popular (40 km), Family (14.5 km) and Children’s (500 m). The competition will be run by a team of judges approved by the Latvian Cycling Federation. Starting point: 1 Turaidas St, Dzintari. JULY 2 Jūrmala ColoUr Run The Colour Run marathons now take place in more than 200 cities around the world. There are 3 distances available: the half marathon, and the 10.5 km and 5 km routes. The runners will start the 5 km race in a white t-shirt, getting covered from head to toe in paint after every kilometre of the route, first blue, second yellow, third orange and fourth rose. Only safe food-grade colouring is used, but it is advised to protect eyes with sunglasses. The registration will start at 8:00. Starting point: 1 Turaidas St, Dzintari. Biggest events August 6 Night Expedition for Kids The night expedition for children “Nestāsti pasaciņas” (“Do Not Tell Stories”) will take place on August 5, in Jūrmala, at the Dzintari Forest Park – a mysterious place full of adventure and surprises. In the dead of the night, a number of fairy-tale performances and animations will be held simultaneously in different corners of the park. The event will offer something that will turn into a real adventure! For the pleasure of children and their parents, a snack market will work there all night. Remember to bring along your flashlights to be able to find in the darkness the correct path to the fairy land. “Do Not Tell Stories” is Jūrmala’s gift for children; the event is free of charge! August 13 Jūrmala ROLLER-Skating Festival 4 routes will be available in the roller-skating marathon: Sports (43.5 km), Popular (14.5 km), Family (4.5 km) and Children’s (500 and 1000 m). The registration will start at 8:00, next to the Dzintari Concert Hall, which is also the start and finish point. Starting point: 1 Turaidas St, Dzintari. For more information visit www.baltijasmaratoni.lv and www.visitjurmala.lv 16 17 Biggest events August 31 – September 4 CEV BEACH VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONSHIP “JŪRMALA MASTERS 2016” This is the biggest and most important sporting event in Jūrmala, traditionally bringing together the best beach volleyball players from around the world. The beach volleyball tournament will be held from August 31 to September 4 on the Majori beach, between Tirgoņu and Vanagu streets not far away from the Baltic Beach Hotel & SPA. The town of Jūrmala is the tile sponsor of the event. Vairāk informācijas www.visitjurmala.lv Biggest events LĪVU AKVAPARKS Since 30 December, 2003, it has been the largest water park in the Northern Europe. A true magic kingdom for every child crossing the bridge across the Lielupe. It does not matter how old you are: water park’s pipes, slides, swimming pools, saunas and pirate ships will help you relax and make your childhood dreams come true. It is a great way to return back to your childhood. Older children will discover new submarine rides that one can use to exercise and enjoy underwater massage at the same time. On May 23, younger children will be able to learn many new things from the final part of the contest “Be safe, not reckless”, dedicated to water safety. June 4 Summer Beach Opening Līvu water park summer opening celebration will be held on June 4. 20 slides, 15 swimming pools and most importantly – the open-air pool with slides and the “Tricky Dome”, which combines rock climbing and balancing, as well as the most powerful counter-current in Latvia. August 22 – 28 Summer Festival in “Līvu AKVAPARKS” Water Park The festival will take place in late August, entertaining its visitors with large dolls, musical performances, and other types of entertainment and fun. We would like to remind you that the outdoor beach of water park closes on September 4. For more information visit www.akvaparks.lv 18 19 Biggest events September 3 KAUGURI AUTUMN FESTIVAL Kauguri Autumn Festival will celebrate the end of summer on September 3. Thus, Jūrmala continues the last-year tradition to celebrate the end of summer with the glorious Kauguri Autumn Festival. Similar to the Resort Festival, Kauguri Autumn Festival will present a day-long schedule with various cultural events and a grand gala. The performers will be announced in the middle of the summer. 20 ACTIVITIES FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN Activities for families with children “CHILDRENS SUMMER” IN MELLUŽI Every Sunday this summer, free events for families with children will take place in the park near the Melluži open-air stage. This is a great opportunity to take part in fun and educational activities, have a good time and learn a lot of new things. These events will take place throughout the summer and will be devoted to a variety of important and educational themes – green thinking, safety, agility and creative skills. The events will take place from 11:00 to 13:00, regardless of the weather. More details from page 40, and www.visitjurmala.lv 22 Activities for families with children DZINTARI FOREST PARK The Dzintari Forest Park has earned the love and admiration of the town’s residents and guests. Its playgrounds are always full of children and mothers with prams who enjoy long walks on the wooden terraces, running through the pine forests. It is also a place for holding great public events. This summer, the Dzintari Forest Park will bring together children and adults for the night-time “Don’t Tell Fairy tales” event that will take place on August 6. The 13 hectare park comprises three big playgrounds for children of different ages, a skating ground, a 36 metre-tall watch tower, cafés, a skating park, sports and entertainment equipment rental stations; there will be a new attraction opening this year. Starting from July, Jūrmala’s Tarzan adventure park that consists of different obstacles placed on treetops in four difficulty levels and a special route for the youngest adventurers. 23 Activities for families with children PLAYGROUNDS AND BEACHES 24 Activities for families with children Jūrmala city has a total of 40 modern children’s playgrounds. The biggest of them are found in Dzintari forest park, as well as in Dubulti prospect west of the Statoil gas station, and in Melluži, near the open-air stage. A total of 16 beach playgrounds are located throughout Jūrmala from Jaunķemeri to Lielupe. Jūrmala beach itself is one huge 16 miles long sandpit, providing joy of constructing castles, digging pits and bathing in water. 25 Activities for families with children WATER AMUSEMENTS AND PUBLIC SWIMMING POOLS Activities for families with children LĪVU AKVAPARKS The Līvu Water Park is the biggest water attraction park in Northen Europe with the total summer-season area of 18,000 sq. m. About 300,000 people visit it annually. 24 Viestura iela, Lielupe, www.akvaparks.lv Children’S Club The “Balans Kids” program by “Amber Spa Boutique Hotel” includes a warm swimming pool, bowling, and dance and arts classes. The pool offers swimming lessons. In the meantime, parents can visit the spa centre or just have a few hours of free time. 49 Meža prospekts, Bulduri, www.iwcbalans.com Sea Water Pool The water for the swimming pool in the 5-star “Baltic Beach Hotel & SPA” is obtained from far out in sea, delivered via a pipeline, treated and then warmed up to +28...+30 °C. “The Garden” spa centre offers special massage sessions for children. 23/25 Jūras iela, Majori, www.balticbeach.lv Mineral Water Pools The mineral water for the swimming pool of sanatorium Belorussija is obtained from the depth of 500 m. It is one of the two mineral water pools located in Jūrmala. The other pool of this type is offered in the Vaivari National Rehabilitation Centre. The water temperature in the pools is about +29...+31 °C. Sanatorium Belorussija, 4/8 Bulduru prospekts, Dzintari, www.belorussija.lv NRC “Vaivari”, 61 Asaru prospekts, Vaivari, www.nrcvaivari.lv WELLNESS OASIS The Wellness Oasis centre at Hotel Jūrmala SPA offers three different swimming pools with various water temperature settings, as well as saunas, bubble baths and a salt room. The Aqua bar offers medicinal teas and juices that can be enjoyed from inside the swimming pool. 47/49 Jomas iela, Majori, www.hoteljurmala.com 26 27 Activities for families with children Children’S clubs and other activities “Balans Kids” Children’S club The activities are held according to a schedule, so all the visitors are urged to consult the club’s website or make a phone call beforehand. Under the guidance of experienced tutors, children will learn to swim, play chess, dance, water polo, acrobatics and fitness, and also study English. There is also a bowling alley with the lanes and the balls adapted for children: the special lane sides prevent the ball from rolling away along the gutter. 49 Meža prospekts, Bulduri, +371 2037 0413, www.amberspahotel.lv Laivas Restaurant Playroom A ball pool, a trampoline, obstacle courses and a variety of toys are offered in an impressive children’s centre on the second floor of the Laivas restaurant. Here, you can leave children of 3 and older and be confident that your offspring is taken care of and meets a lot of playmates. Opening hours: from 12:00 to 20:00 36 Vienības prospekts, Lielupe, +371 2640 0416, www.laivas.lv Children’S club AT Semarah Hotel Lielupe Lielupe Children’s Club offers exciting adventures and entertainment for children ages 2 to 14. While your children are being looked after by experienced staff, you can enjoy the hotel’s wellness and spa centre, and have a great time on the beach or in the restaurant. The children’s club has both a special area for younger children with appropriate toys and activity centres, and entertainment facilities for older children with an interactive zone and a jungle-style playground. 64/68 Bulduru prospekts, Bulduri, + 371 6775 2708, www.semarahhotels.com 28 IDEAS FOR LEISURE TIME Ideas for leisure time Ķemeri National Park Ideas for leisure time The Ķemeri Marsh fascinates people with its special atmosphere. The national park was established in the area of former lagoons of the sea that has since receded, leaving this area to turn into unique swamps and lakes with sulphuric mineral springs and muds, rivulets and unique forest plant species. The Ķemeri National Park information centre “Forest House” offers an interactive exhibition. In order to get there, go down Tūristu street (in the Jaunķemeri direction) and then turn left, following the signs. Great Ķemeri Bog TRAIL This is a popular tourist destination in Ķemeri National Park. Here, you can discover virgin raised moss bogs, enjoy the peace and the unique landscapes. The large boardwalk ring is 3.4 km long, the small one is 1.4 km. Please keep in mind that the distance from the Ķemeri station to the beginning of the trail is at least 4 km in one direction. That’s a long walk! Black Alder’s Wet Forest TRAIL This is the newest of the Ķemeri National Nature Park trails, starting at the park information centre “Forest house”, it is 600 m long. This trail is suitable for families with children as it has a playground its beginning and it is not far away from the centre of Ķemeri. Just around the corner is the old Ķemeri health resort park with the hydrogen sulphide spring “Ķirzaciņa”, known for its last century buildings, little bridges and other urban objects. Lake Sloka Bird Viewing Tower Although the nature trail ring at the Sloka lake is now under reconstruction, the lake`s bird watching tower is still accessible. It can be reached via the cycling trail Ķemeri–Kūdra. The distance between the car park near “Ķirzaciņa” sulphur spring in Ķemeri and the watching tower is 3 km. Maps and detailed information is available at: www.kemerunacionalaisparks.lv, as well as in the Forest House. You can get to Ķemeri by bus No 6, 10, and 10a, but if you want to reach the Great Ķemeri Bog Boardwalk, the Riga–Tukums train would be more convenient. When you arrive at the Ķemeri station, follow the signs. 30 31 Ideas for leisure time Jūrmala Cultural CentrE Concerts, performances, exhibitions, movies, creative workshops, a variety of activities: all of these summarise the Jūrmala Cultural Centre as the main driver of culture in the town. It is located in Majori, at 35 Jomas street, and has several branches. Opening hours: Monday–Friday 13:00–18:00, Saturday 12:00–17:00, Sunday 12:00–17:00. Jūrmala Theatre is famous for its children`s plays. This year theatre celebrates its 37th anniversary. Theater employs 30 actors and 2 directors – this includes the main company, as well as the puppet and youth troupes. Visit www. jurmalasteatris.lv for repertoire details. 7 Muižas iela, Bulduri, opening hours and ticket prices depend on the repertoire. The Jūrmala House of Artists brings together various creative groups, including the visual art and weaving studios. It is home to the folk collective “Mare”, and it two art exhibition halls are open to visitor. 6 Muižas iela, Bulduri, opening hours: Tuesday–Friday 12:00–19:00, Saturday 12:00–16:00, free of charge. For more information visit www.jurmala.lv and www.visitjurmala.lv Ideas for leisure time Jūrmala’s Museums In early June, the JŪRMALA CITY MUSEUM presents a themed exhibition “Children at the Resort”, about the life of children at the resort from the end of 19th century to the present day. Photographs, toys, clothes, games, books revealing childhood memories. Various interactive lessons will be offered to adult and children visitors. 29 Tirgoņu iela, Majori, opening hours: Wednesday– Sunday 10:00–18:00, free of charge ASPAZIJA’S HOUSE offers the new “Aspazija is back to Dubulti” exhibition that allows the visitors to get acquainted with the poetess’s creative work via interactive and digital aids. The house where the poetess spent the last 10 years of her life retains the spirit of Aspazija herself and her faithful cats as holographic projections. 20 Z.Meierovica Ave, Dubulti, opening hours: Tuesday–Saturday 10:00–18:00, free of charge. Art Station “Dubulti” is Europe’s only contemporary art facility located in a still functioning railway station. From June 17, all visitors can enjoy a photo exhibition “Ansis Starks.Portreti RL” Dubulti station, open every day 7:15-18:45, free of charge. For more information visit www.jurmala.lv and www.visitjurmala.lv 32 33 Ideas for leisure time Ideas for leisure time OPEN-AIR MUSEUM AND RAGA KĀPA NATURE PARK At the eastern end of Jūrmala, where the Lielupe River meets the sea, lies the untouched forest of the Raga Kāpa Nature Park. Raga Kāpa is one of the highest dunes in Latvia that can best be viewed by taking the well-fitted nature trail, beginning at the Jūrmala Open-Air Museum. There are several viewing platforms and benches installed along the trail, where you can sit back and eat a sandwich with some linden blossom tea. Jūrmala Open-Air Museum offers you to experience the dayto-day life and household culture of a 19–20th century fisherman. Here, you can see two authentic fishing vessels, countless buildings and tools related to fishing, such as anchors and rope weaving equipment. Museum entry is free of charge. Every Thursday, there is a special fish smoking event with tasting sessions and conversations. The fish-smoking master class participation fee is 1 euro. 1a Tīklu iela, Buļļuciems, buses No 1 and 11 from Lielupe’s “Rimi” supermarket/Bulduri Centre www.jbmuzejs.lv Opening hours: 10:00–17:00 34 35 Ideas for leisure time Ideas for leisure time TENNIS AND BOWLING BOATS, SHIPS AND THE PORT LIELUPE TENNIS CENTRE is the largest tennis facility in Latvia. It has 5 indoor and 8 outdoor courts that host Davis Cup tournament matches and other international tennis competitions. It offers equipment for hire and tennis classes for children and adults of any age. Clay outdoor and carpet indoor floor surfacing. Opening hours: 7:30–02:30, it is advisable to book the courts in advance. Address: 16 O.Kalpaka prospekts, Lielupe, Phone: +371 6775 4969, www.tenisslielupe.lv THE JŪRMALA PORT IN BUĻĻUCIEMS opened this season. The yacht club that is based here has a marina for 15 yachts. During this year’s season, the marina’s capacity will be increased to 25 yachts. The clients of the port have access to drinking water and electricity. After the reconstruction, there will also be showers, toilets and sanitation services available. After the Lielupe estuary is dredged, the guaranteed draft depth in the Lielupe basin will be 4 metres. Address: 1 Tīklu iela, Jūrmala Phone: +371 2202 7476, www.visitjurmala.lv The SPORTS CLUB “BALANS” bowling centre offers 6 lanes and 1 boarded lane for the youngest bowlers offering balls appropriate for children. There is a sports bar available that takes lunch orders. Opening hours: 11:00–23:00 every day, it is advisable to book the lanes in advance, the club is quite popular. Address: 49 Meža prospekts, Bulduri, Phone: +371 2918 2244, www.iwcbalans.com The EMPIRE CLUB is the combination of a bowling alley and a night club. The club offers pool tables and a large selection of drinks and snacks. On weekends, it is open after midnight. Opening hours: 15:00–24:00 Address: 39 Talsu šoseja, Kauguri, Phone: +371 2830 1019, www.empire-club.lv WATERBus “New Way” The waterbus is a traditional way to get to Jūrmala. This summer until the end of September the “New Way” waterbus will run between the 11 Novembra krastmala and Majori. It will offer water tours of Lielupe during daytime and will go back to Riga in the evening. The travel time is 2.5 hours. The bus runs only if there are a sufficient number of passengers. Departure hours: From Riga to Majori, 11:00 An hour-long tour of Lielupe river from Majori 14:00 From Majori to Riga 17:00 Phone: +371 2923 7123, www.pie-kapteina.lv Sailing Ship Lībava The old-style sailing ship Lībava has its home port in Liepaja, but it spends the entire summer season in Jūrmala. The ship was completed in 2008 after old Dutch herren-yacht drawings. The vessel can be leased for private parties, cruises and tours. Its marina is located in Buļļuciems, 80 Vikingu iela. Short tours of the deck are available by prior arrangement. Phone: +371 2680 1196, www.libavasail.lv 36 37 Ideas for leisure time Chi Kung and Yoga classes In Jūrmala, everyone has a unique opportunity to master yoga and chi kung for free. The summer classes take place on the beaches of Jūrmala and are conducted by the experienced instructors from the Latvian Yoga School and certified Chi Kung specialists Igor Kudryavtsev and his colleagues. These classes offer both theory and practice, and the instructors will be happy to answer your questions. LESSON HOURS FROM JUNE 1 TO AUGUST 31: Mondays 18:30 – Chi Kung on Dzintari Beach, Turaidas street end (on the right) Wednesdays 10:00 – Yoga on Majori Beach Wednesdays 18:30 – Chi Kung on Mellužu beach, at the end of Peldu street (if it rains, then Melluži Estrade) Fridays 10:00 – Yoga near the Lielupe river, at the end of Ezeru street Satardays 10:00 – Chi Kung on the beach, at the end of Kapteiņa Zolta street (if it rains, then on the 2nd floor of the rescue station) Ideas for leisure time RollerSKaTING AT MAJORI sports HALL This is a recreational type of sport in which everything is decided by good road paving. Especially if you are a beginner or are still considering to try rollerskating. For the summer season, the Majori sports hall will be equipped with a special synthetic surface, but the stadium’s roof will let you rollerskate even in the rain. There is also a rollerskate rental service available. Only 2 euros for adults and 1 euro for students and seniors! Please visit www.jssc.jurmala.lv to see the sports field availability schedule. Typically, the public skating takes place from 12:00 to 18:00, the evening time is reserved for group training. Nordic walking on the beach The Jūrmala beach and the adjacent pine forests are a Nordic walking paradise. The fresh sea air and the pine scent will make your miles go unnoticed. Walking poles can be rented in several of Jūrmala’s hotels. For more information, please visit www.visitjurmala.lv (Nordic walking section). 38 39 Calendar of events CALENDAR OF EVENTS Calendar of events 3 Jānis Rovičs international boxing championship 2016. Majori stadium, Rīgas iela 1, www.visitjurmala.lv 4 Opening of the summer beach in Līvu Akvaparks. Līvu akvaparks, Viestura iela 24, www.akvaparks.lv Jūrmala City Cup in beach football 2016. Majori Beach, Jūrmala Beach Centre, www.visitjurmala.lv Concert „80th anniversary of Dzintari Concert Hall”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 20.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 5 May Summer opening event for children: green Sunday with creative workshops and petting zoo with rabbits and ponies. Melluži park, near Melluži estrade, Strēlinieku prospekts 6, from 11.00 to 13.00, www.visitjurmala.lv 22 Competition of pianists „Mažors 2016”. Kauguri Culture Centre, Raiņa iela 110, www.visitjurmala.lv 23–29 Health week. Hotel Jūrmala SPA, Jomas 47/49, www.hoteljurmala.com 27–29 Beach Volleyball Latvian Championship ERGO OPEN - 1st round. Majori Beach, Beach Centre of Jūrmala, www.pludmales.volejbols.lv 28 Jūrmala Resort festival. Jomas iela, Dzintari, Majori Beach, Horn`s Garden - from 13.00, www.visitjurmala.lv 29 Jūrmala cycling marathon. Start / finish on Turaidas iela 1, near Dzintari Concert Hall, www.baltijasmaratoni.lv Creative workshops for children in restaurant “Neptūns”. Jaunķemeru ceļš 1, Jaunķemeri, from 11.00 to 13.00, www.restoransneptuns.lv Festival “Artissimo”: concert “Avanti Artissimo!”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 17.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv Festival “Artissimo”: opening concert. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 17.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv Festival “Artissimo”: Latin jazz band afterparty. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 20.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv ZZ Championship 2016 – Finals. Dzintari Beach, Dzintari Forest Park, from 10.00, www.zzcempionats.zeltazivtina.lv 6 Festival “Artissimo”: The real group (Sweden) and Rajaton (Finland). Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 20.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv Voices from Øresund Helsingborg’s motet choir accompanied by organ. Dubulti Evangelical Lutheran Church, Baznīcas iela 13, at 17.00, www.dubultudraudze.lv 7 Festival “Artissimo”: „His Majesty Ensemble” concert, dedicated to the 110th birthday of Dmitri Shostakovich. Dzintari Concert Hall, Small Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 17.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv Festival “Artissimo”: Manu Dibango & Soul Makossa gang (Cameroon). Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 20.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 9 June International Art Festival „Baltic Stage 2016”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 18.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv From 1 Interactive exhibition for families „Childhood in resort”. Jūrmala City Museum, Tirgoņu iela 29, www.visitjurmala.lv 2 Traditional fish smoking masterclass with tasting. Jūrmala Open Air Museum, Tīklu iela 1a, from 12.00 to 15.00, jbmuzejs.lv 3 Open Latvian Championship in Water motorsports and international competition „Jūrmala Cup” in water motorsports. Lielupe aquatorium, Slokas iela 75, near CSDD (Road Traffic Safety Directorate), www.visitjurmala.lv 40 Traditional fish smoking masterclass with tasting. Jūrmala Open Air Museum, Tīklu iela 1a, from 12.00 to 15.00, www.jbmuzejs.lv 10 Children and youth festival Rudaga: competition of vocalists and theater „Greeting to the sea!”. Semarah Hotel Lielupe SPA & Conferences, Bulduru Avenue 64/68, Bulduri, www.semarahhotels.com 11 Children and youth festival Rudaga: “Carnival at the sea”. Majori stadium, Rīgas iela 1, Majori, at 12.00, www.rudaga.lv 12 Children’s summer: The Safe and smart Sunday together with the smart tiger and police officers. MMelluži park, near Melluži estrade, Strēlinieku Avenue 6, from 11.00 to 13.00, www.visitjurmala.lv 41 Calendar of events 12 Competition of vocalists and ensembles “Popfest Jūrmala VII”. Kauguri Culture Centre, Raiņa iela 110, www.popfestjurmala.lv 29–30 International senior dance festival „Flower ball”. Kauguri Culture Centre, Raiņa iela 110, www.jurmala.lv Concert by Jelena Vaenga, special guest Intars Busulis. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 20.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 30 Traditional fish smoking masterclass with tasting. Jūrmala Open Air Museum, Tīklu iela 1a, from 12.00 to 15.00, www.jbmuzejs.lv 15–19 The 5th international art forum „Eurojurmala 2016”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Turaidas iela 1, www.eurojurmala.com 16 Traditional fish smoking masterclass with tasting. Jūrmala Open Air Museum, Tīklu iela 1a, from 12.00 to 15.00, www.jbmuzejs.lv 17 Family party: Opening of summer camp season for children. Amber SPA boutique hotel, Meža prospekts 49, Bulduri, www.amberhotel.lv 18 Latvian „Līgo” traditions party. Jūrmala Open Air Museum, Tīklu iela 1a, www.visitjurmala.lv 19 Children’s summer: theater Thursday with the Liepāja travelling doll theater and PET flakes creative workshop. Kauguri Culture Centre, Raiņa iela 110, from 13.00 to 15.00, www.jurmala.lv Theatrical show: “Chapaev and Void”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv Riga festival: Gustav Mahler 8th Symphony. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 20.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv July Event “Iepazīsti zāli”. Ķemeri National Park, Forest house”, Ķemeri, www.kemerunacionalaisparks.lv 2 Event for children: The quick Sunday with creative workshops and attractions of nimbleness. Melluži park, near Melluži estrade, Strēlinieku prospekts 6, from 11.00 to 13.00, www.visitjurmala.lv Eurojurmala: gala concert of the 5th international forum. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 20.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 21 Comedy Club: duet “Karibidis and Skorohod” and Musical Comedy. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.30, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 22 Nadežda Kadiševa and ensemble “Zolotoe koļco”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.30, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 23 Līgo night festival. Concert on the Dzintari Beach, ball on the Kauguri Beach, bonfires on the seashore in Jūrmala. www.visitjurmala.lv 26 Children’s summer: creative and fun Sunday with doll workshop. Melluži park, near Melluži estrade, Strēlinieku Avenue 6, from 11.00 to 13.00, www.visitjurmala.lv International choreography festival „Arabeska” 2016”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Small Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 27 Comedy show “Humour at the sea” (“Умора у моря”), Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 28 Russian chanson legends in a concert programme „Three accords”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 29 Concert by Dmitri Hvorostovsky and Elīna Garanča. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 42 Calendar of events Marathon: The Jūrmala Colour Run. Parking lot near the Dzintari Concert Hall, Turaida iela 1, from 8.00, www.baltijasmaratoni.lv VIII International national dance festival “Sudmaliņas” opening concert “Eternal movement in the mill”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.30, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 3 Children`s summer: The creative workshop – nature ornaments and stained glass from PET flakes. Melluži park, near Melluži estrade, Strēlinieku prospekts 6, from 11.00 to 13.00, www.visitjurmala.lv Creative workshops for children in restaurant “Neptūns”. Jaunķemeru ceļš 1, Jaunķemeri, from 11.00 to 13.00, www.restoransneptuns.lv VIII International national dance festival “Sudmaliņas”, competition of participants. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 17.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 4 Parallel worlds: Russian art in the 20th century. Concert by J. Bashmet and K. Habensk, orchester „Novaja Rosija”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 20.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 5 Festival of the popular music „Laima Vaikule Jūrmala Rendez Vous”: JJeļena Vaenga, Kristīna Orbakaite, “Serebro”, Intars Busulis, Jānis Stībelis, Marija Naumova. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 6 Festival “Laima Vaikule Jūrmala Rendez Vous”: Grigorijs Leps, Lolita, Verka Serdjučka, Aleksandrs Buinovs, Sergejs Mazajevs, Emins Agalarovs. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 7 Festivāls “Laima Vaikule Jūrmala Rendez Vous”: VValery Meladze, Viagra, “Potaps un Nastja”, Vladimir Presnjakov, Nataly Podolskaya, Edit Pjeha, Ilona Broņevickaya, “Vremja i steklo”, “M-band”, Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 43 Calendar of events 7 Traditional fish smoking masterclass with tasting. Jūrmala Open Air Museum, Tīklu iela 1a, from 12.00 to 15.00, www.jbmuzejs.lv 8 Festival: „Laima Vaikule Jūrmala Rendez Vous”: Maksim Galkin, Verka Serdjučka, Lolita, Soso Paviašvilli, Vladimir Vinokurk, Aleksandr Buinov, “Serebro”, Intars Busulis. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 9 The night of bats in the Ķemeri National Park. Ķemeri National Park, “Forest house”, Ķemeri, www.kemerunacionalaisparks.lv Concert: “Deniss Macujevs presents”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 10 Children`s summer: Safe Sunday with the Road safety departament and origami creative workshop. Melluži park, near Melluži estrade, Strēlinieku prospekts 6, from 11.00 to 13.00, www.visitjurmala.lv 11 Opening of Jūrmala Festival: Vestards Šimkus. Sergey Nakarjakov. Dzintari Concert Hall, Small Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 20.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 12 Jūrmala Festival: Ivars Kalniņš “Kino Teātris”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Small Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 18.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv Jūrmala Festival: Georgian ethno jazz band „EGARI”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 20.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 13 Jūrmala Festival: Ksenija Sidorova. “Carmen”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 20.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 14 Children`s summer: The quick Thursday with courage and nimbleness attractions and creative workshop of PET flakes. Kauguri Culture Centre, Raiņa iela 110, from 13.00 to 15.00, www.jurmala.lv Traditional fish smoking masterclass with tasting. Jūrmala Open Air Museum, Tīklu iela 1a, from 12.00 to 15.00, www.jbmuzejs.lv Jūrmala Festival: Tenor Aleksandr Antonenko. Solo concert. Dzintari Concert Hall, Small Hall, 18.00, Turaidas iela 1, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv Jūrmala Festival: Intars Busulis together with the Abonement Orchestra featuring Liepāja Amber Sound Symphony Orchestra. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 20.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 15–16 International „Ghetto Games” streetball tournament in Jūrmala. Parking lot opposite the Majori train station, www.ghetto.lv 15 Ritmo de salsa & bachata & Carribbean party with taste of summer. Meža prospekts 49, Bulduri, Amber boutique SPA hotel, www.amberhotel.lv Jūrmala Festival. Golden selection of Brodway musicals. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 20.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv Jūrmala Festival: Salsa night on the beach. Dzintari Beach, by sunset, www.visitjurmala.lv 44 Calendar of events 16 Gala concert of the Jūrmala Festival. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 20.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv Jomas street celebration. Jomas iela, all day long. www.visitjurmala.lv 17 Children’s summer: The quick Sunday together with fairy tale characters and mini weaving workshop. Melluži park, near Melluži estrade, Strēlinieku prospekts 6, from 11.00 to 13.00, www.visitjurmala.lv 19 Concert by the band A-studio. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.30, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 21 Traditional fish smoking masterclass with tasting. Jūrmala Open Air Museum, Tīklu iela 1a, from 12.00 to 15.00, www.jbmuzejs.lv 22 Comedy festival „Kvartal 95”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 20.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 22–24 23 Ukrainian fair on Jomas street. Jomas iela, Majori, www.visitjurmala.lv 24 Children’s summer: The creative Sunday with interactive mind games and fun workshop of masques. Melluži park, near Melluži estrade, Strēlinieku Avenue 6, from 11.00 to 13.00, www.visitjurmala.lv Comedy festival „Kvartal 95”: show „The league of laughter. Summer cup.” Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv Comedy festival „Kvartal 95”: Concert „Jurmaleto”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 26 Traditional fish smoking masterclass with tasting. Jūrmala Open Air Museum, Tīklu iela 1a, from 12.00 to 15.00, www.jbmuzejs.lv 27 Concert by Grigory Leps. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.30, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 28 Children’s summer: The Ecological Thursday with sun stained glass workshop and ponny rides. Kauguri Culture Centre, Raiņa iela 110, from 13.00 to 15.00, www.jurmala.lv 29 African safari party. Meža prospekts 49, Bulduri, Amber SPA boutique hotel, www.amberhotel.lv 29–31 Ukrainian humour festival „All humour hits” - Kvartet I “What men talk about”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 20.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 30 Ukrainian humour festival „All humour hits” - StandUP. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 31 Children’s summer: The bright Sunday with colour therapy workshop. Melluži park, near Melluži estrade, Strēlinieku prospekts 6, from 11.00 to 13.00, www. visitjurmala.lv Humour festival „All humour hits” muscial show by Semjon Sļepakov. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 45 Calendar of events Augusts 1 Summer concert by Stass Mihailov. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.30, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 2 Lolita – the creative evening. The grand solo programme. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.30, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 3 Oleg Mitajev’s anniversary concert „I turn 60”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.30, 19:30, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 4 Traditional fish smoking masterclass with tasting. Jūrmala Open Air Museum, Tīklu iela 1a, from 12.00 to 15.00, www.jbmuzejs.lv Concert by Maksim Galkin. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.30, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 5 Comedy show „Aleksandr Revva & Mihail Galustjan”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.30, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 6 The 17th international ballet festival „Ballet stars in Jūrmala”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 20.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 7 Festival: “SUMMERTIME”. “Seasons: Vivaldi. Piacolla. Chaikovski” - Moscow virtuosi and Reinis Zariņš. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 12 Festival: “SUMMERTIME”. “Nights of guitars” - The Rosenberg trio. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 12–13 Ķemeri Festival. Night concert at the sulphur spring “Ķirzaciņa” and festival in the new park of Ķemeri. www.kemerunacionaisparks.lv 12–13 “Sea Pearl” nostalgy party. Amber boutique SPA hotel, Meža prospekts 49, Bulduri, www.amberhotel.lv 13 International Jūrmala roller skating Marathon. Dzintaru prospekts 1, Dzintari, www.baltijasmaratoni.lv Festival: “SUMMERTIME”. “African rythms” - Dobe Njaore. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 14 Children’s summer: the safe and smart Sunday with rescuers and potatoe stamp workshop. Melluži park, near Melluži estrade, Strēlinieku Avenue 6, from 11.00 to 13.00, www.visitjurmala.lv Festival: “SUMMERTIME”. “Gala Galante”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 18.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 17 Concert by the band “Leningrad”. DDzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.30, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv Children’s summer: the green Sunday with the creative workshop of PET flakes and nature paintings. MMelluži park, near Melluži estrade, Strēlinieku prospekts 6, from 11.00 to 13.00, www.visitjurmala.lv 18 Traditional fish smoking masterclass with tasting. Jūrmala Open Air Museum, Tīklu iela 1a, from 12.00 to 15.00, www.jbmuzejs.lv 18–20 International Roma Culture Festival 2016 – Roma World. Dzintari Concert Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 21 Children’s summer: The quick Sunday with courage and nimbleness attractions and self-made gift bag workshop. Melluži park, near Melluži estrade, Strēlinieku prospekts 6, from 11.00 to 13.00, www.visitjurmala.lv 22 22–28 23 Dima Bilan. Dzintari Concert Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.30, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 24 Concert by Intars Busulis and The Abonement Orchestra featuring Liepāja Symphony Amber Sound Orchestra. Dzintari Concert Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 20.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 25 Children`s summer: The musical Thursday with Mārupe Music and Art School youth band „Ad libitum”. Kauguri Culture Centre, Raiņa iela 110, from 13.00 to 15.00, www.jurmala.lv Festival of Russian chanson. Dzintari Concert Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 18.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv Festival: “SUMMERTIME – Inese Galante invites 2016”. Concert “Bel canto celebration”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 9 Festival: “SUMMERTIME”. Daniil Kramer and Valery Grohovski. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 10 Festival: “SUMMERTIME”. “Everything about love” - Antonio Zambujo, fado and bossa nova. Ilona Bagele, tango. Dzintari Concert Hall, Large Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 11 Traditional fish smoking masterclass with tasting. Jūrmala Open Air Museum, Tīklu iela 1a, from 12.00 to 15.00, www.jbmuzejs.lv Children’s summer: The quick Sunday with attractions and creative workshops. Kauguri Culture Centre, Raiņa iela 110, from 13.00 to 15.00, www.jurmala.lv 46 11 Night event for children and youth „Don’t tell me fairie tails”. Dzintari wood park, Dzintari, www.visitjurmala.lv Thematic Sunday morning for children in restaurant „Neptune” with creative workshops. Jaunķemeru ceļš 1, Jaunķemeri, from 11.00 to 13.00, www.restoransneptuns.lv 8 Calendar of events “Līvu Akvaparks” summer celebration. Viestura iela 24, www.akvaparks.lv Concert by Kristina Orbakaite. Dzintari Concert Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.30, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv Acoustic concert by BI 2 „Kvartirnik”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.30, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 47 Calendar of events 25 Traditional fish smoking masterclass with tasting. Jūrmala Open Air Museum, Tīklu iela 1a, from 12.00 to 15.00, www.jbmuzejs.lv 25–28 International Tournament in artistic gymnastics. Kļavu iela 29/30, Sports center “Taurenītis”, www.visitjurmala.lv 26–28 Festival of popular music „Bigbank Latvian pearls”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv 26–29 Beach Volleyball Latvian Championship ERGO OPEN – finals. Majori Beach, Beach Centre of Jūrmala, www.pludmales.volejbols.lv 28 Children summer: The creative and fun Sunday with doll making workshop and workshop of friendship bracelets. Melluži park, near Melluži estrade, Strēlinieku prospekts 6, from 11.00 to 13.00, www.visitjurmala.lv 29 Musical dance show “Vagabundo / Странник”. Dzintari Concert Hall, Small Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv JŪRMALA TOURISM INFORMATION CENTRE Lienes iela 5, Majori, Jūrmala, LV-2015 T. +371 67147900 F. +371 67147901 Closing of the festival Artissimo: “Streetyle Tango Avantgarde” - Orquesta Tipica Fernandez Fierro (Argentina). Dzintari Concert Hall, Small Hall, Turaidas iela 1, at 19.00, www.dzintarukoncertzale.lv @visitjurmala 31.08– 4.09 Starptautiskais pludmales volejbola čempionāts 2016 CEV Beach Volleyball Championship “Jurmala Masters”. Majori Beach, between Tirgoņu and Vanagu streets, www.visitjurmala.lv [email protected] 3.09 Kauguru rudens svētki. Raiņa iela 110, near the Kauguri Culture Centre, www.visitjurmala.lv visitjurmala www.visitjurmala.lv Pasākumu datumi un laiki var mainīties. Detalizētāku informāciju meklējiet www.visitjurmala.lv Jūrmala entry fee Publisher: Jūrmala City Council Printed: Sia Adverts Photography: Jānis Saliņš, Ojārs Martinsons, Kristīne Zavele, Dzintari Concert hall, Jurmala Tourism Information Centre, «Līvu Akvaparks», Volleyball Federation of Latvia, Jūrmala City Museum, Jēkabs Andrušaitis. 48 Private vehicle drivers must pay a Jūrmala entry fee of € 2 from 1 April till 30 September. The entry ticket is valid for entering the city after the time period of up to one hour. It is valid for entering the city once — the time of your stay in the city is unlimited. All municipal parking lots in city are free of charge. www.visitjurmala.lv