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The white single-pylon Vansu cable-stayed bridge spanning the Daugava river in Riga

Rimi Riga Marathon 2026

Riga’s biggest running weekend—marathon, half, and shorter races with Old Town scenery and big spectator energy.

Photo: Hajotthu · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

At a glance

Dates
May 16–2026 (day: 17)
Where
City course (starts/finishes around the riverfront and Old Town)
Price
Paid entry for races. Spectating is free.
Tickets / registration ↗Back to events

What to expect

  • A weekend format (good for mixed runner groups)
  • Old Town + river views on course
  • Great city atmosphere for spectators
The angular Castle of Light (Gaismas pils), the National Library of Latvia, across the Daugava in Riga
Photo: Bengt Oberger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Planning tips

  • Book accommodation early—race weekends fill up fast in Old Town.
  • If you’re watching, pick one easy spot near the course and settle in; crossing the city is slower than it looks.
  • Bring a light layer: Riga mornings can feel cool even in May.

Build a day around it

Riga event days feel best when you keep the schedule light: one event block, one food anchor, and one walking loop — with buffer so nothing feels rushed.

  • If you have 2–3 hours: arrive early → event → short Old Town/canal walk.
  • If you're making a full day: one architecture/market block + event + an easy evening plan.
  • If the weather turns: keep walking minimal and use cafes/museums as your buffer.
Things to do →Food & drink →Itineraries →
Kipsala island in Riga with the Vansu cable-stayed bridge and the Saules Akmens tower across the Daugava
Photo: Bengt Oberger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Before you go

  • Confirm the details: check the official link for last-minute schedule or venue updates.
  • Arrive with buffer: 15–30 minutes early usually makes the whole experience calmer.
  • Have a weather plan: keep one indoor “warm stop” in mind in case the day turns.