Zāļu tirgus Doma laukumā

In Latvia, the shortest night of the year is specially celebrated – during Līgo, houses are decorated with leaf wreaths, beer and special Jāņu cheese are served on the table, and all night long Jāņu songs are sung around bonfires, dances are danced and the sunrise is awaited. To prepare for this magnificent celebration, the Zāļu tirgus takes place on Doma laukumā beforehand – magnificent flower bouquets and floral garlands delight the eyes, smoked meat and smoked fish smell, and hostesses from all Latvian regions offer the most delicious cheeses. Merry celebrating and mighty trading throughout the day!

In the very heart of Old Riga, on Doma laukumā, you can experience the truest Līgo holiday feeling all day long. Farmers and artisans from all over Latvia will offer their products on long tables and in merchant huts. Light linen clothes and aprons, hats and blouses trimmed with crocheted lace, amber jewelry and wooden spoons – everything needed for the Līgo holidays!