unplan in Riga.
Your date concierge in Riga: once a week, on your date-night day, the two of you get one sealed plan for an evening here. You both vote in private; two yeses and it opens. What's on in Riga today, tonight and this weekend is below, picked from the places' own listings; we never invent an event.
- When
- Thursday 18:00 Riga time. Votes close 24 hours before your date.
- How far
- Your radius is 2, 5 or 10 km from your home base. Times show on a 24-hour clock. Prefer miles or the other clock? Switch in the app under Us, Units and time.
- What kind of places
- Dinner, drinks (unless you've said no alcohol), dessert, activities, walks, markets, galleries, late stops. Free plans use parks, cafés and free events.
- Who it's for
- Couples who live together or nearby, both 18+, with a home base in or around Riga.
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What's on in Riga.
Today, tonight and this weekend, picked from the places' own listings. We never invent an event.
Today
George Michael: The Faith Tour
You can watch George Michael's music on the big screen at Forum Cinemas Alfa. Before or after, consider the other film at the same cinema, Ramayana.
George Michael concert film at Forum Cinemas Alfa
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Watch a movie together and enjoy a thrilling experience. Afterwards, head to the Latvian National Museum of Art to explore exhibitions like Embodied Thought, a drawing exhibition featuring over 300 works by 97 artists.
Watch Godzilla Minus Zero at Forum Cinemas Alfa
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Tonight
Heart of the Beast
Catch a film together indoors at Forum Cinemas Alfa with Heart of the Beast. Watching a movie makes for a low-pressure date with plenty to discuss afterwards, and you can always consider Practical Magic 2 if you want another option showing at the same venue.
Heart of the Beast · Forum Cinemas Alfa
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A murder mystery film is a good mystery to solve together. Start with it, then try to find the older films at the cinema next door.
Late night film screening at Forum Cinemas Alfa, in Latvian, 106 minutes.
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This weekend
The Abduction of Europa — ARĒNA Festival
Watch a contemporary chamber opera with live musicians and video projections. You can start the evening with a drink at the bar in the gallery's cellar before the show.
Contemporary chamber opera by Gundega Šmite and Dimitris Maronidis, with live musicians and video projections. Hanzas Perons; doors 18:00.
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Go to the opera together and enjoy a night of theatre. Afterwards, grab a bite to eat at the Riga Central Market, which is open daily.
Puccini’s three-act opera at the Latvian National Opera on 13 November at 19:00. Check the organiser for ticket availability.
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Meet locals and practice a language in a relaxed atmosphere on a Friday evening. You could catch a contemporary opera at Hanzas Perons afterwards, or start with the opera and then head here for a casual language exchange.
A free Friday language exchange where you can practice a new language and connect with locals and travelers in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Enjoy explosive music and a lively atmosphere with fire dancers and special shows.
Live EDM music by RODION GORDIN and STOCKA at Coyote Fly.
Book or get tickets for RODION GORDIN X STOCKA (opens a new tab)ImproV for Travelers and Locals
You share a relaxed evening of comedy together in an indoor setting. It gives you a fun way to spend time as a couple without needing any prior plans.
Book or get tickets for ImproV for Travelers and Locals (opens a new tab)Staro Rīga light festival
Take a walk together along the Daugava to see the lights and browse the markets across Old Riga. It makes an easy first step to an evening out, with plenty to look at as you stroll. You can pair it with a visit to Riga Central Market nearby.
Stroll along both banks of the Daugava and Old Riga to see light installations for the free Staro Riga festival.
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Next 7 days
Uļa
Head indoors at Forum Cinemas Alfa for an easy film date together. You can settle in for the screening and share a simple, relaxed evening out.
A 103-minute film screens in 2D at Forum Cinemas Alfa.
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Watch a film about an epic story together, a 2-hour movie at Forum Cinemas Alfa. Before or after, grab tickets for George Michael: The Faith Tour, another film at the same cinema.
Catch a Latvian film adaptation of the epic Ramayana at Forum Cinemas Alfa.
Book or get tickets for Ramayana (opens a new tab)Cavalleria Rusticana & Pagliacci — Latvian National Opera
You can spend an evening at the opera with two one-act operas to discuss afterwards. Afterwards, grab a drink and head to the nearby Latvian National Museum of Art to see the Embodied Thought exhibition.
A double bill of Mascagni and Leoncavallo: two one-act operas at the Latvian National Opera on 11 November at 19:00.
Book or get tickets for Cavalleria Rusticana & Pagliacci — Latvian National Opera (opens a new tab)Karaoke every Wednesday
Sing your heart out together at Top Club's karaoke night, a fun way to spend a night out in Riga. If you're not feeling up for singing, you could always watch the opera at the Latvian National Opera in the Old Town.
Sing your heart out or just cheer on others at Wednesday karaoke night at Top Club.
Book or get tickets for Karaoke every Wednesday (opens a new tab)ICONIC THURSDAY
You go to ICONIC THURSDAY for live music and great vibes, something to enjoy together on a Thursday evening.
Live music and great vibes every Thursday from 19:00
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You can watch a play together at the theatre, a great way to spend an evening indoors on a rainy night. Consider the Elektro Guzzi concert afterwards, with a discount if you're also seeing Son Lux.
Eiropas nolaupīšana · Hanzas Perons
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A late night dance party with global hits and a legendary DJ.
Electronic DJ Tujamo at Coyote Fly nightclub in Riga.
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Cool date ideas.
Forest trails, then the museum exhibition
Book the guided ebike tour for a day that suits you, then view the themed exhibition at the Aleksandrs Čaks Museum.
Art and culture, any day
Book Private Soviet Riga tour (2 h) for a day that suits you both, then Zuzeum: two exhibitions of women artists.
Bog discovery, then the art museum
Book the bog discovery tour for a day that suits you, then view the exhibitions of women artists at Zuzeum.
Jewish history tour and museum visit
Book the four hour Riga Jewish History Tour for a day that suits you, then visit the themed exhibition at the Aleksandrs Caks Museum.
Worth knowing.
The ones we'd point a friend to, each with why. Only what the places themselves list; nothing here is paid to be here.
Zuzeum: two exhibitions of women artists
Wander indoors through two art exhibitions by women artists at Zuzeum, giving you plenty to look at and talk about together. You can follow it up by heading over to Splendid Palace for the film Riga IFF: Cat On My Mind.
Catch two exhibitions of women artists at Zuzeum, open Tuesday to Sunday with late hours on Thursday and Friday.
Book or get tickets for Zuzeum: two exhibitions of women artists (opens a new tab)Exhibition: Poet's Kitchen and Creative Bohemian
Wander indoors through the museum together to explore art and culture for a relaxed daytime stop. Afterwards, you can head over to Creative workshop "Dekols" to make something hands-on.
Visit the themed exhibition at the museum, open from 11:00 to 17:00.
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A fun animated film for couples who love kids or nostalgia.
Catch a Latvian dubbed 'The Cat in the Hat' at Forum Cinemas Alfa.
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You can paddle around Riga together on a kayak and enjoy the city from a different perspective. Before or after, try the free late opening at the Riga Porcelain Museum for some culture.
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This five-hour private tour gives you an outdoor walk around Riga to share together. Having a guide lead the way leaves the two of you free to chat and take in the city. You can also visit Riga Cathedral for BACH and the Golden Baroque: Northern Germany.
Book or get tickets for Honest tour of Riga with the best private guide in town (opens a new tab)Ķemeri Great Bog Discovery With Optional Sunrise & Jūrmala Visit
This five-hour outdoor tour gives you an unhurried chance to explore together outside. It offers an extended shared activity with plenty of time to talk without any rush.
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City news
Sveicam mūsu Aināru Ančevski apaļajā jubilejā!
You can spend an indoor evening at the theatre together. Follow the performance with a short walk to the Latvian National Opera to see Cavalleria Rusticana & Pagliacci.
Book or get tickets for Sveicam mūsu Aināru Ančevski apaļajā jubilejā! (opens a new tab)Labdarības viktorīna “SPĒLMAŅU NAKTS” vecmeistaru atbalstam
Play together at the charity quiz night to support theatre veterans. You can make an evening of it by following the game with the double bill of opera at the Latvian National Opera.
Book or get tickets for Labdarības viktorīna “SPĒLMAŅU NAKTS” vecmeistaru atbalstam (opens a new tab)Sveicam iestudējuma “Dons Žuans” komandu pirmizrādē!
You can spend a rainy evening watching a play at the Latvian National Opera, just around the corner from the theatre. Check the organiser for tickets.
Book or get tickets for Sveicam iestudējuma “Dons Žuans” komandu pirmizrādē! (opens a new tab)Klāt Klausies Nacionālo 68. sērija • Agate Marija Bukša
You can listen to two different sets of standards at this music event. Start the evening with the gallery exhibition nearby, then come here for the music.
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You can see Peaches live at Hanzas Perons and enjoy some electro-punk energy together. Alternatively, start the evening with the free late opening at the gallery in Old Riga and then head to Hanzas Perons for the concert.
Peaches performs at Hanzas Perons, early bird tickets available.
Book or get tickets for Peaches to perform in Riga for the first time (opens a new tab)Ticket sales open for Lucia di Lammermoor and Maayan Licht
You can share a night of music at the opera. Before, check out the exhibition at Riga Porcelain Museum in Old Riga.
Tickets are available for two spring productions: a concert performance of Lucia di Lammermoor and a solo concert by countertenor Maayan Licht.
Book or get tickets for Ticket sales open for Lucia di Lammermoor and Maayan Licht (opens a new tab)Pilsētas minifestivāls ir atpakaļ! STIRNA & EMILIJA
Spend time outdoors together at the mini-festival with STIRNA & EMILIJA. You could drop by the Creative workshop "Dekols" in Old Riga beforehand, then head over for an open-air outing as a pair.
Pilsētas minifestivāls ir atpakaļ! STIRNA & EMILIJA · Tallinas kvartāla Angārs
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This week, in writing.
This week in Riga, opera performances and film screenings are underway. The Latvian National Opera hosts Turandot and Cavalleria Rusticana & Pagliacci. There are also tours and classes to book on any day.
On the calendar.
The dates couples in Riga plan around, with the last easy day to plan each one.
Staro Rīga light festival
Sun 15 Nov to Wed 18 Nov · Plan by Thu 12 Nov
Christmas Eve
Thu 24 Dec · Plan by Thu 3 Dec
New Year's Eve
Thu 31 Dec · Plan by Thu 10 Dec
Places we checked ourselves.
306 places in Riga across 164 kinds, each with what we know and when we last checked it. A reference of what we vetted, not a ranking: nothing is listed or ordered for a fee.
A few of them by their coordinates, numbered as below. The full map is in the directory.
Xroom.lv
Team up to solve clues and unravel puzzles across a choice of sixty-minute escape challenges. Testing your communication and logic under a shared countdown makes for an engaging, playful outing for two.
VR Club
Book an hour in a shared room and pick a co-op game or a friendly duel. Laughing at each other flailing in a headset breaks the ice quickly.
ISSP Galerija
Look through the photo books and exhibition together and pick one image each. A thoughtful hour for photography fans.
Galerija Māksla XO
Wander slowly and pick a piece each to take home in your imagination. A quiet, art-minded start before dinner.
Mākslas galerija Daugava
A quiet browse of changing exhibitions. Pick a favourite piece each and compare notes over a coffee afterwards.
Mīkla
A pastry-led bakery café known for fresh sourdough, croissants, buns and specialty coffee. A good daytime stop for a relaxed breakfast or coffee date; expect a contemporary café atmosphere rather than a formal dinner setting.
Book any day
Glass Jewellery Workshop
This 1.5-hour glass jewellery workshop gives you a hands-on activity to share. Making pieces side by side provides an easy focus and takes the pressure off continuous conversation. It gives the two of you a creative experience to connect over.
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A one-hour relax massage and tantra therapy session gives you time to slow down together. You can pair it with BACH and the Golden Baroque: Northern Germany.
Book or get tickets for Relax Massage, Tantra Therapy in Riga, Latvia (opens a new tab)Riga Shooting Range - Beretta 92 FS, AR - 15 & Winchester
You can spend 40 minutes together at the Riga Shooting Range trying the Beretta 92 FS, AR - 15, and Winchester. It gives you a focused, hands-on activity to share and compare notes on.
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Take a 2-hour walk with a guide to discover Riga's Soviet past. Afterwards, consider the opera at the Latvian National Opera.
Book or get tickets for Private Soviet Riga tour (opens a new tab)Private Jewellery workshop experience with stunning view of Riga
Create something together with a private jewellery workshop on the rooftop, and then enjoy the city views from the same spot.
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Rainy day
Cavalleria Rusticana & Pagliacci — Latvian National Opera
You can spend an evening at the opera with two one-act operas to discuss afterwards. Afterwards, grab a drink and head to the nearby Latvian National Museum of Art to see the Embodied Thought exhibition.
A double bill of Mascagni and Leoncavallo: two one-act operas at the Latvian National Opera on 11 November at 19:00.
Book or get tickets for Cavalleria Rusticana & Pagliacci — Latvian National Opera (opens a new tab)The Abduction of Europa — ARĒNA Festival
Watch a contemporary chamber opera with live musicians and video projections. You can start the evening with a drink at the bar in the gallery's cellar before the show.
Contemporary chamber opera by Gundega Šmite and Dimitris Maronidis, with live musicians and video projections. Hanzas Perons; doors 18:00.
Book or get tickets for The Abduction of Europa — ARĒNA Festival (opens a new tab)Tosca — Latvian National Opera
Go to the opera together and enjoy a night of theatre. Afterwards, grab a bite to eat at the Riga Central Market, which is open daily.
Puccini’s three-act opera at the Latvian National Opera on 13 November at 19:00. Check the organiser for ticket availability.
Book or get tickets for Tosca — Latvian National Opera (opens a new tab)Staro Rīga light festival
Take a walk together along the Daugava to see the lights and browse the markets across Old Riga. It makes an easy first step to an evening out, with plenty to look at as you stroll. You can pair it with a visit to Riga Central Market nearby.
Stroll along both banks of the Daugava and Old Riga to see light installations for the free Staro Riga festival.
Book or get tickets for Staro Rīga light festival (opens a new tab)Heart of the Beast
Catch a film together indoors at Forum Cinemas Alfa with Heart of the Beast. Watching a movie makes for a low-pressure date with plenty to discuss afterwards, and you can always consider Practical Magic 2 if you want another option showing at the same venue.
Heart of the Beast · Forum Cinemas Alfa
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What is the Riga guide?
What's on in Riga today, tonight and this weekend, with free things, rainy-day plans and a few date ideas, picked from the places' own listings and refreshed every day. We never invent an event.
Which places does unplan use in Riga?
306 places we checked ourselves, listed under Places with what we know about each and when we last checked it. The directory is what we vetted, not a ranking: nothing is listed or ordered for a fee.
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