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The enchanting voice of an angel – Tori Amos to perform in Riga
This spring, the legendary American singer-songwriter, pianist, and one of the brightest figures in alternative music – Tori Amos – will embark on a major European tour with her brand-new album “In Times of Dragons”. On May 28, 2026, she will perform at the Xiaomi Arena Amphitheatre in Riga.Psychedelic rock band Unknown Mortal Orchestra to perform in Riga
Creators of the well-known tracks "So Good at Being in Trouble," "Hunnybee," and "Multi-Love" – New Zealand-born psychedelic dream-weavers Unknown Mortal Orchestra – are embarking on a new tour. Their artistically rhythmic guitar work, lo-fi aesthetics, and signature dreamlike sound will come to life on March 11, 2026, at Palladium Riga.TikTok sensation Kim Dracula to perform in Riga
Kim Dracula – one of the most intriguing musicians of recent years, known for freely blending a wide range of genres – will perform at Palladium Riga on February 9, 2026.British hip-hop avant-gardist Lancey Foux to perform in Riga
Hailed as a pioneer of the UK’s new wave of rap, Lancey Foux has played a major role in redefining the genre with his now distinctly alternative sound. Authentic aura, explosive energy, and possibly the wildest party in Latvia – on 10 February 2025, British music and style icon Lancey Foux will perform at Palladium Riga.British comedian Mo Gilligan to perform in Riga
Three-time BAFTA TV Award winner, hailed by “The Times” as “the funniest man in Britain” and star of his own Netflix specials – Mo Gilligan – will bring his brand-new comedy show “The Mo You Know” to Riga next year. The performance will take place on 14 November 2026 at Palladium Riga.The World’s Most Popular ABBA Show Arrival From Sweden Returns to Latvia
Right before New Year’s eve, with three unforgettable concerts on December 28, 29, and 30th, the world’s most popular show dedicated to the legendary group ABBA – Arrival From Sweden | The Music of ABBA – will return to Latvia, performing in Valmiera, Rīga, and Liepāja.Skyforger Concludes Their Anniversary Year with a Concert at Palladium Riga
Latvian heavy metal band Skyforger invites fans to the final show of the year – Vecie latvieši (Old Time Latvians) – taking place on November 12 at Palladium Riga.6arelyhuman returns to Palladium Riga this december
After a packed and high-energy debut show, modern electronic music standout 6arelyhuman returns to Rīga on December 3 at concert hall Palladium. Tickets go on sale July 18 at 10:00 via the “Biļešu Serviss” ticketing network.Zara Larsson announces new album and concert in Riga
Today, multiplatinum chart–topping global pop powerhouse Zara Larsson kicks her boldest era yet into overdrive with the announcement of her new album and tour. She will perform in Riga on 16 November with her only show in the Baltics.Eurovision star Tommy Cash to perform in Riga
Celebrating his success at this year’s Eurovision Song Contest, Estonian rapper Tommy Cash is heading out on a European tour and will perform at Palladium Riga on October 27! Expect a night of music dripping with sarcasm, bold lyrics, and a provocative persona.Swedish rapper Bladee to perform in Riga
The shining star of Sweden’s contemporary cloud rap scene – Bladee – will perform on December 1st at the Palladium Riga concert hall. This will be a unique opportunity for Latvian listeners to experience live one of the brightest members of the “Drain Gang” collective.Enter Shikari – Riga VEF Vasarnīca
Enter Shikari – the fantastic British post-hardcore band known for their intense and high-energy performances – is coming to Riga! Their concerts are famous for blending music with a strong sociopolitical message, often sparking mosh pits and creating an atmosphere that feels like both a rock show and a rave.DJ Maddix to perform in Riga on April 11
Riga is about to ignite with the electrifying beats of electronic music as world-renowned DJ and producer Maddix arrives in Latvia! On April 11, he will take the stage at Palladium for a night like no other. Tickets are available now via “Biļešu Serviss”Dropkick Murphys to perform at Palladium concert hall
Dropkick Murphys are set to take the stage at Palladium Concert Hall on October 25, promising an unforgettable night of high-energy music and pure Boston spirit! Tickets go on sale on February 28 at 10.00 via the “Biļešu Serviss” network.One Republic will perform in Arena Riga November 4th
Have you ever heard thousands sing along to “Counting Stars” or “Apologize”? Then you know that this is just the beginning of what we will experience when OneRepublic returns to LatviaNext year The Offspring will perform in Latvia
The long-awaited moment when The Offspring will perform in Riga has arrived. That's right - experience the concert of the iconic punk rock giant The Offspring in Arena Riga on October 5th, 2025.Future Shorts Film Festival launches open air summer film nights in Riga!
Short-length film festival FUTURE SHORTS takes place on June 29th at 10pm at Kalnciema Kvartāls in Riga and presents the summer program`s best international films of this season. Within festival the audience have a chance to watch the best six festival films from participants and winners of the biggest international film festivals from around the world. – among them are USA, UK, France, Sweden, Croatia and Spain.
Every season we put together a 90-minute programme of award-winning international short film, handpicked from festivals around the world. For the last years we have worked across exhibitions, art and experiential events, open air festivals, reacting to the demand for other ways to experience film and unite with the audiences. Since 2014 we have started to establish film community in Latvia, noticing that a true storytelling matters and short is brilliant media form for that reason.
Traditionally voting process for the best films of this season takes place immediately after screening and via festival`s social networks. You can become a member of the worldwide short film community ever. This screening is organised by creative film agency "CREA Promotion" in cooperation with KinoLaiks in Riga.
Future Shorts summer season`s program:
1) PICTURE WORLD/ Dir. Elin Overgaard/ Drama/Sweden/ 13 min/ 2017
2) EVERYTHING LIVES: Looking at the artist as father/ Dir. Huw Wahi/Exper. Documentary/UK/ 24 min/ 2016
3) JUST SWIMMING/ Dir. Darko Vidackovic/ Animation/ Croatia/10 min/2017
4) FLIGHT/ Dir. Laura Wahda/ Documentary/ UK/ 10 min/2017
5) YOU WILL BE FINE/ Dir. Cecile Devaux/ Animation / France/ 15 min/2017
6) THE DISINHERITED/ Dir. Cecile Devaux/ Animation / Spain/ 18 min/2017
***Program of the festival is being demonstrated in original language with ENG subtitles.
In 21st century short-length films became actually highly sought-after genre, infatuting spectator with its metaphoricalness and shortness of statetement, resembling genre of literature novelette. The organizers of Future Shorts have already collected the best short-lenght films for us from the largest international festivals.
Actual event is an alternative to the traditional model of film festivals. The aim of Future Shorts is creation of live, spectators uniting atmosphere. "The festival is a unity of viewers, filmmakers and different genres. With each new screening we are trying to preserve cinema traditions - watching films together and on a big screen" – is saying Olga Melnikova, organiser of the film festival in Latvia and documentary film maker.
Every season we put together a 90-minute programme of award-winning international short film, handpicked from festivals around the world. For the last years we have worked across exhibitions, art and experiential events, open air festivals, reacting to the demand for other ways to experience film and unite with the audiences. Since 2014 we have started to establish film community in Latvia, noticing that a true storytelling matters and short is brilliant media form for that reason.
Traditionally voting process for the best films of this season takes place immediately after screening and via festival`s social networks. You can become a member of the worldwide short film community ever. This screening is organised by creative film agency "CREA Promotion" in cooperation with KinoLaiks in Riga.
Future Shorts summer season`s program:
1) PICTURE WORLD/ Dir. Elin Overgaard/ Drama/Sweden/ 13 min/ 2017
2) EVERYTHING LIVES: Looking at the artist as father/ Dir. Huw Wahi/Exper. Documentary/UK/ 24 min/ 2016
3) JUST SWIMMING/ Dir. Darko Vidackovic/ Animation/ Croatia/10 min/2017
4) FLIGHT/ Dir. Laura Wahda/ Documentary/ UK/ 10 min/2017
5) YOU WILL BE FINE/ Dir. Cecile Devaux/ Animation / France/ 15 min/2017
6) THE DISINHERITED/ Dir. Cecile Devaux/ Animation / Spain/ 18 min/2017
***Program of the festival is being demonstrated in original language with ENG subtitles.
In 21st century short-length films became actually highly sought-after genre, infatuting spectator with its metaphoricalness and shortness of statetement, resembling genre of literature novelette. The organizers of Future Shorts have already collected the best short-lenght films for us from the largest international festivals.
Actual event is an alternative to the traditional model of film festivals. The aim of Future Shorts is creation of live, spectators uniting atmosphere. "The festival is a unity of viewers, filmmakers and different genres. With each new screening we are trying to preserve cinema traditions - watching films together and on a big screen" – is saying Olga Melnikova, organiser of the film festival in Latvia and documentary film maker.
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