Free rides on Riga's public transportation during Midsummer celebration.
Riga, June 2023 - In preparation for the upcoming Līgo night celebrations on June 23-24, the city of Riga has announced several additional transport services and special arrangements to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for visitors and residents alike.
During these days, Rīgas satiksme buses, trolleybuses, and trams will be **free of charge**[1]. Passengers will not need to register or use e-tickets, making transportation more accessible and convenient.
To facilitate transport throughout the night and to major venues or event locations related to the celebration, special bus, tram, trolleybus, and night bus routes have been organised[1]. These services will run from approximately 20:00 on June 23 until approximately 05:30 on June 24, with additional trips at intervals of 0:30, 1:30, 2:30, 3:30, and 4:00[1]. However, specific routes have not been detailed in the available sources[1].
While car parks and customer service centres may experience changes in operating hours, the exact details are not specified in the search results[1]. For full details, it is recommended to consult official Rīgas satiksme announcements around the Līgo event or local transport schedules closer to the date.
The need for these additional transport services arises from the events planned for Līgo night at Mežaparks, Grīziņkalns, and Dzegužkalns[1]. Unfortunately, no details are provided regarding the nature of these events.
It is worth noting that, with the exception of the underground car park located at K. Valdemāra Street 5A, Riga municipal car parks will be free of charge on June 23 and 24[1]. The 5:00 service for the specified routes will run a shortened route to Tālivalža Street, the Botanical Gardens, and Itas Kozakevičas Street[1].
These measures aim to ensure that everyone can enjoy the Līgo night celebrations in Riga with seamless, free transportation and extended transit services. For more information, please stay tuned for updates from Rīgas satiksme and local authorities.
[1] Based on available sources and bullet points provided.
During the Ligo night celebrations, a free transport lifestyle will be offered, with Rigas satiksme buses, trolleybuses, and trams not requiring registration or e-tickets. Special travel arrangements include late-night bus, tram, trolleybus, and night bus routes to facilitate transport throughout the night and to event locations.
