Festival School Day (Skolas diena)
School-attended workshops; visitors can observe author talks and the city’s libraries open to students
Sep 26
Sigulda Children’s and Youth Literature Festival
Siguldas bērnu un jauniešu literatūras festivāls
Sigulda, Latvia
Sep 24 - 26, 2026Expected
Each year the town of Sigulda holds a three-day literature festival for children and young people, with workshops, readings, and interactive events that include a school day and a family day. The festival promotes local writing and reflects the town's investment in young readers.
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Day 3 · Sep 26
Day 4 · Sep 27
Family Days Workshops and Readings
Open events including puppet shows and story hours; families join in craft and reading sessions
Sep 27
Environmental Theme Exhibition
Free walk-through exhibitions; visitors can browse displays on children’s literature and nature
Where it happens
Siguldas kultūras centrs
Sigulda, Latvia
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Respect local boundaries
Basic Latvian understanding for maximum engagement (programs may be in local language)
Keep the visit respectful
Child-friendly event; respectful behavior expected during readings and workshops.
Practical notes
Tickets
Free events are available.
LOCAL COMMUNITY & FOLK LIFE
Sigulda Children’s and Youth Literature Festival
Siguldas bērnu un jauniešu literatūras festivāls
Sigulda, Latvia
Each year the town of Sigulda holds a three-day literature festival for children and young people, with workshops, readings, and interactive events that include a school day and a family day. The festival promotes local writing and reflects the town's investment in young readers.
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Sep 24 - 26, 2026Expected dates
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The story behind it
Created to celebrate literature among schoolchildren, it reflects Sigulda’s investment in education and community culture. The festival highlights environmental themes in children’s literature and brings local authors, librarians, and families together.
Key moments to know
Day 3Sep 26Approximate
Festival School Day (Skolas diena)
School-attended workshops; visitors can observe author talks and the city’s libraries open to students
Day 4Sep 27Approximate
Family Days Workshops and Readings
Open events including puppet shows and story hours; families join in craft and reading sessions
Environmental Theme Exhibition
Free walk-through exhibitions; visitors can browse displays on children’s literature and nature
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Respect local boundaries
Basic Latvian understanding for maximum engagement (programs may be in local language)
Keep the visit respectful
Child-friendly event; respectful behavior expected during readings and workshops.
Essentials at a glance
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Sep 24 - 26, 2026
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City / Area
Sigulda
Sigulda Municipality
Cost
Free public events available
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Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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