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The open-air stage holds significant cultural and historical value, having become the permanent venue for the over 150-year-old tradition of the Latvian Song and Dance Festival. Despite several reconstructions and additions over time, it has preserved its original visual character and remains a suitable site for large-scale cultural and recreational events. Every day, both Riga residents and visitors can explore this iconic cultural landmark – Mezaparka liela estrade, the main venue of the Song and Dance Festival – along with its concert hall and exhibitions in the Pavilion and Exhibition Hall.
We are excited to finally disclose an extraordinary venue of our Summit -Mezaparka liela estrade!
How to reach the Baltic VCA Summit 2025?
By the special Baltic VCA Summit 2025 bus that will go from Riga Centre to Mežaparka estrade and back to the centre before / after the event.
Sign-up link to the shuttle bus: https://forms.gle/hZqTeoakMbTuSLgA6.
Shuttle details:
Departure time: 10:45, September 4
Departure point: Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, left side of the hotel (the exact address - Baznīcas iela 1)
Cost: Free of charge
IMPORTANT: If you are attending the LP/GP Breakfast, you do not need to fill out this form — your seat on the shuttle bus has already been reserved.
Please note: There will also be minibuses returning to the city centre at various times (21:00 / 22:00 / 23:00) later in the evening. No sign-up is required for these.
By public transport
You can easily reach Mežaparka estrāde using Riga’s public transport network. Tram line 11 runs directly to the Mežaparks area throughout the day. Bus route No. 9 also connects to Mežaparks from Abrenes Street on weekdays. For both - the tram and the bus you need to get off at the stop called ‘Mežaparks/ZOO’.It takes approximately 30 minutes to get from the Centre to the location, and additionally around 15 minutes walk from the stop to the Summit.
Schedule & timetables
You can check real-time schedules and plan your route using the Rīgas Satiksme website, the Rīgas Satiksme app or Mobilly.
Tickets & fares
A standard time ticket (valid for 90 minutes across buses, trams, and trolleybuses) is around €1.50. Tickets can be bought at vending machines, Mobilly app, or in some convenience stores. Day and multi-day passes are also available.
By taxi
For a comfortable ride to Mežaparka estrade, we recommend these taxi services. Remember that the ride from the city centre to Mežaparks typically takes about 15–20 minutes, but please keep in mind again that it will let you out outside of the park, so you will need to walk 15 minutes to reach the exact location.
How to get to Mezaparka liela estrade:
Please note that driving directly into the Mežaparks territory is not allowed - all the options include around 15 minutes walk into the park to reach the exact Summit location. The only transport that will reach the Summit directly is the special Baltic VCA Summit 2025 bus, which will be available for Summit’s participants - leaving from / to Riga Centre before / after the Summit. If you're not going to the Summit by our Shuttle bus, please, plan your arrival in timely manner.
If you need a special assistance with getting to the exact Summit location, please e-mail to info@lvca.lv
Baltic Taxi
Phone number to call / book a taxi: + 371 20008500
Bolt
Bolt is a popular ride-hailing app in Riga offering transparent pricing and reliable service. When you set your destination ‘Mežaparka lielā estrāde’, Bolt app will automatically offer you options where to get off - you can choose either ‘Pietura - Mežaparks’ or ‘Ieeja no Mores ielas’.
By your personal car (driving & parking)
Please note that driving directly into the Mežaparks territory is not allowed. However, there are several designated parking areas nearby.
Parking details
Parking is available along streets surrounding the park entrance - particularly on Meža prospekts and other smaller nearby streets. These areas are mostly free of charge and usually have free spots, especially on working days. Some may have metered spaces, so pay attention to signage.
Below is a visual overview showing typical parking arrangements near Mežaparks. You will need to park your car and then walk through the magnificent Mežaparks to the estrāde entrance:
Please see the best parking options that we recommend marked with black —>
