Estonian and Latvian garden events
May
June
- ALL JUNE: A Royal Parade of Peony Blossoms at the LVM Arboretum
This year as well, more than 400 varieties of peonies will invite visitors to admire their magnificent bloom and enjoy their rich fragrance at the Latvian State Forests Arboretum. Every Saturday and Sunday in June, visitors to the arboretum will be delighted by concerts featuring popular Latvian musicians.
- 7 JUNE: Tamme Farm Herb Garden: Open Garden Day, Estonia
On June 7, we celebrate the 17th Open Garden Day at Tamme Farm Herb Garden! Experience a fascinating world of scents, tastes, and plants. At 11:00 and 13:00, join the hostess Heli for a guided walk through a collection of over 500 unique herbs. The garden café, shop, and plant sales area will be open. 🕙 Garden open: 10:00–15:00 🎟 Free entry 📍 Tamme Farm Herb Garden
- 8 JUNE: Pentecost at Bīriņi Palace 2025 – Opening of the Garden Festival Season
You are warmly invited to celebrate the colorful Pentecost festival at Bīriņi Palace on June 8! The program includes: a blessing ceremony, art exhibitions, family-friendly attractions, horse rides, a crafts market, and the lively open-air dance "Grand Schlager Concert" featuring more than 20 popular Latvian schlager music artists. The picturesque palace park and festive atmosphere promise an inspiring day for every visitor. 🕙 From 13:30 to 17:00 🎟 Tickets: €12–€20, free for children under 14 🎟 Tickets: bilesuparadize.lv
- 14-15 JUNE: Kaevandi Garden Peony Days, Estonia
Right before Midsummer, Kaevandi Garden bursts into bloom with magnificent peonies – and you're warmly invited to witness it. The garden’s pride, thornless roses, can also be admired. During the event, you can ask for tips on peony planting and care, and even buy your favorite varieties. At the exhibition, you’ll also find blooming varieties not yet planted in the garden itself. A wonderful opportunity for garden lovers to enjoy and learn! 🕛 Visitor hours: 12:00–18:00 💶 Admission: €5
- 14-15 JUNE: Palusalu Garden: Open Garden Days, Estonia
Welcome to another beautiful weekend in Palusalu Garden! Join workshops and garden tours at 11:00 and 14:00, where the focus this time will be on plant support and care in early summer. Learn from an experienced gardener and get inspired to apply it in your own green space. Each session lasts about 1.5 hours and is included in the ticket price. 🕙 Visitor hours: 10:00–18:00 👩🌾 Workshop & tour: 11:00 & 14:00 💶 Admission: €8.50 (includes both), children up to 16 free 📍 Kungla, Nulga village, Räpina municipality, Põlva county 📱 Search “Palusalu aed” on Google Maps
July
- 12-13 JULY: Palusalu Garden: Open Garden Days
During the Open Garden Days, workshops with a garden tour will take place in the garden at 11:00 and 14:00. The workshop topic: natural table decorations for a garden party. The workshop and garden tour last approximately 1.5 h. 🕖 The garden is open from 10:00 to 18:00. 🎟️ Admission: €8.50 (includes participation in the workshop and garden tour), children up to 16 years old for free. 📍Where to come: Kungla, Nulga village, Räpina municipality, Põlva county (when you insert “Palusalu aed” to Google Maps, it should lead you to us).
- 12-13 JULY: Open Farms Day in Tamme Farm Herb Garden
🕖 We welcome visitors from 10 am to 5 pm. Fresh herb pies and Tamme Farm tea await guests in the garden café. You can also buy products made at Tamme Farm and seedlings from the new gardening center that opened in the spring. At 11 am and 2 pm, the hostess will introduce exciting medicinal and aromatic plants. Please bring cash for purchases. See you at Tamme Farm! Heli Viedehof Tamme Farm hostess
- 17-20 JULY: Rose Festival in Tukums
These are among the most unique celebrations in Latvia, centered around honoring the rose flower, gardens, and the work of florists. The symbol of the event is the large rose wreath, which every visitor is welcome to help create by bringing roses to insert into the wreath. There will also be an exhibition of florists’ works at the Tukums Lutheran Church, concerts, the festive "Smukumtirdziņš" market, the Rose Cart Parade, and other traditional highlights of the celebration. On July 20th, during the Tukums Rose Festival, the only MESA open-air summer concert will take place at the Tukums 3rd Primary School stadium. Tickets are available at Biļešu Paradīze ticket offices. Phone: 28311557
- 20 JULY: Garden Festival “When Roses Speak” at Jaunmoku Castle
Warmly invite you to the Garden Festival “When Roses Speak” at Jaunmoku Castle Park! The event will offer musical performances in the rose-surrounded open-air stage, including a concert by the outstanding Latvian singer Ance Krauze, creative workshops, garden-themed activities, and talks with gardening experts. A large garden and craft fair will delight guests with local delicacies and handmade goods, while children can enjoy a fun and educational activity zone throughout the day. During the event, a summer café will be open, offering delicious seasonal meals and refreshing drinks.
- 25-26 JULY: Sabile Wine Festival
The streets of Sabile will be filled with the smell of wine, songs, dances and festive magic. Various activities will take place throughout the day in Sabile's creative farms. Sabile Wine Festival home-grown and artisan market - July 26.
August
- 2-3 AUGUST: Nõrga farm phlox show, Estonia
You're warmly invited to a blooming summer highlight – the Phlox Show at Nõrga Farm! Discover a wide variety of colorful phloxes and vote for your favorite variety at the open exhibition. Perennial flower seedlings will be available for purchase on-site (payment by card or cash). Don’t miss the charming home café, offering delightful treats for every taste. Come enjoy the summer atmosphere and garden beauty with us! 🕙 Visitor hours: 10:00–17:00 💶 Admission: €5, free for children 📍 Nõrga Farm, Estonia
- 16-17 AUGUST: Palusalu Garden: Open Garden Days, Estonia
Join us for late summer inspiration in Palusalu Garden! Workshops with guided tours will take place at 11:00 and 14:00, focusing on dividing and replanting plants – an essential gardening skill. Each session lasts approx. 1.5 hours and includes both practical insights and plenty of beauty to enjoy. 🕙 Visitor hours: 10:00–18:00 👩🌾 Workshop & tour: 11:00 & 14:00 💶 Admission: €8.50 (includes workshop & tour), free for children under 16 📍 Kungla, Nulga village, Räpina municipality, Põlva county 📱 Search “Palusalu aed” on Google Maps
- 16 AUGUST: Garden Day: Water Fountain in the Room and/or Garden, Estonia
A special hands-on garden day dedicated to water features! Learn how to create your own custom water fountain for home or garden use. This event includes a short theory session, a live demo, and then practical work – you’ll build your own system and take it home. Up to 10 participants, registration required. 🕚 Time: 11:00–14:00 🎟️ Registration: until 01.08 via email: valter.parve@ut.ee 💰 Materials: Purchase of pump (~€30) on site 📍 Location details provided upon registration