The annual literary and music festival features notable writers including Andris Akmentiņš, Anta Priedīte, Valters Liberts, Ivars Šteinbergs, Jānis Rokpelnis, Contra, Guntars Godiņš, Inga Pizāne, Krista Anna Belševica, Kirils Ēcis, Edvīns Raups, Anna Belkovska, Harijs Vagrants, Ilze Jansone, and Anna Sēruma, according to festival organizers. According to event details, admission is free with a digital ticket secured via the Mobilly platform.
Literary Workshops and Interactive Stages
Visitors can participate in writing workshops and a “Date with a Poet” session, as detailed by organizers.
Additional events include a discussion titled “Nāves bibliotēka” and a series of performances known as “Divi uz plosta”. Attendees can also join a sketch walk led by Dainas Domašūtes to experience the surroundings through different visual tones, alongside a dragon-making workshop, a screaming chamber, and other creative activities.
Musical Lineup and Film Screenings
Musical performances on the Veidenfesta stage are described by organizers as “maigi melodiska, metāliski spēcīga un enerģiski spridzinoša”. The lineup features Matīss Barons, Miķelis Kočāns, group Gultņi, Vilhelmīne Žagata, group Nostra, DJ Krankenwagen, and group Krāsa.
Film programming expands the schedule this year with a curated selection of student works from the Latvian Academy of Culture under the title “…glāzi kino, lūdzu!”. The screening showcases animation, fiction, and documentary short films.
Pro Tip
Secure your free entry pass on the Mobilly platform ahead of time, and check the official festival accounts on Facebook and Instagram for real-time schedule updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do tickets cost for the festival?
Admission is free, but attendees must acquire a complimentary ticket through the Mobilly platform before arriving.
Where can visitors find the latest event updates?
Organizers direct participants to check the official festival profiles on Facebook and Instagram for up-to-date information.
What activities are available besides poetry readings?
The event includes writing workshops, sketch walks, dragon-making, a screaming chamber, film screenings, and live music performances.
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