Garden Pearls
Estonian and Latvian garden events
June
ExpiredSummer Solstice Celebration and Market in Valmiermuiža
June 20 | 11:00–15:00 During the summer solstice, the sun reaches its highest point in the sky - the longest day and the shortest night are expected. To celebrate joyfully, a feast must be prepared, w...
ExpiredGarden Festival at Ķesterciems Peonies
June 20 | 14:00 You will be welcomed by flower-filled pathways, a peaceful atmosphere, beautiful photo spots, live music, giant outdoor games, contests, and the true magic of summer. Come and enjoy a...
ExpiredPeony Flower Exhibition
From 16 to 18 June, a Peony Flower Exhibition will be on display in the first-floor foyer of the Slampe Culture Palace, organized in cooperation with Inese Karule, owner of the peony garden “Zīļu Peon...
July
Sabile Wine Festival
July 24-25 The Sabile Wine Festival takes place throughout the town of Sabile, while the official opening of the festival is held on Sabile Wine Hill. During the festival, admission to the Wine Hill i...
Water Lily and Hosta Day with Cake Parade
12 July | 10:00–16:00 A summer celebration of flowers and flavours at Jaunrūjas. Programme: • Lecture “Growing Water Lilies” • Floristry workshop (lilies and hostas) • Guided tour in the hosta garden...
Palusalu Garden Open Garden Days JULY 2026
18–19 July | 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Workshop topic: Keeping Your Summer Garden Under Control – Maintenance techniques for lush and tidy flowerbeds The garden is open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. During the...
August
Fragrant Phlox Day at Jaunrūjas
August 2 | 10:00–16:00 Enjoy the most fragrant summer event during the blooming of phlox. Programme: • Lecture • Guided tour in the phlox garden • Musical programme • Café The event takes place at the...
Home Café Day at Jaunrūjas
16 August (Pre-booking required) A cosy summer day in the garden with homemade flavours and a relaxed atmosphere. The event takes place on the territory of the farm “Jaunrūjas”. https://www.gardenpear...
Palusalu Garden Open Garden Days AUGUST 2026
22–23 August | 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Workshop topic: Late summer wisdom – what to do in august for an effortless and beautiful autumn garden The garden is open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM During the Open G...
September
Miķeļdiena Celebration and Market at Valmiermuiža
19.september | 11.00–15.00 In Miķeļi, the completion of great work is celebrated with festivities and delicious treats, where everything prepared in the summer is served on the table. To honor the cel...
October
Palusalu Garden Open Garden Days OCTOBER 2026
10 October | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Workshop topic: The charm of ornamental grasses and autumn gardening – how to add color and structure to Your garden in fall The garden is open from 10:00 AM to 4:00 P...
December
Winter Solstice Celebration and Market in Valmiermuiža
December 19 | 11:00–15:00 Winter solstice has long been a significant celebration for Latvians, marking the victory of light over darkness. During the festivities, hosts have laid out abundant feasts,...