You're Invited to the 18th Riga Oyster Festival!

Join us for the 16th Riga Oyster Festival – a celebration where the taste of the sea, the thrill of competition, and the joy of festivity come together.

🗓️ When: September 12 from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM
📍 Where: Outside Buržujs Restaurant, Bergs Bazaar (Dzirnavu street 84, Riga).

What to Expect:

🦪 12 types of oysters – from classics to rare varieties, all available for on-the-spot tasting.
🏆 Latvian oyster shucking championship for professionals and Oyster speed shucking duels for amateurs and professionals.
🍤 Seafood Street Food  and other mouthwatering dishes that delight both the eyes and the palate.
🎶 All-day entertainment – live music, a mime, and fun surprises around every corner.
👧 Family-friendly activities –  creative kids’ workshop filled with colors, ideas, and laughter.

🎉 Free entry! No registration required. All restaurants and cafés in Bergs Bazaar will have open terraces, and extra standing tables will be available throughout the venue.


Location


Want a VIP Experience 

Reserve a VIP table at Buržujs or on the adjacent terrace – enjoy champagne, table service, and a prime location at the heart of the event.

💶 Price: €90 for a table for 4, including a bottle of champagne Henriot Blanc de Blancs.
📞 Reservations: +371 20223379

Come solo, with friends, or bring the whole family – everyone’s welcome!

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Festival Shedule

Festival Schedule –September 12, 12:00–21:00

📍 Outside Buržujs Restaurant, Bergs Bazaar

📸 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM – Creative activities for children 
🎭 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM – Mime performance


🕒 Festival Program (by time):

🎉 12:00 PM – Festival opening: Performance by Ekho ensemble🥁

🏆 12:20 PM – "Riga Oyster Cup" championship  for professionals. SEMIFINAL.

🏆 12:20 PM – "Riga Oyster Cup" championship for professionals. FINAL.

💪 2:00 PM – Oyster Strongman and Stronhwoman competition

🦪 2:30 PM – Oyster opening & eating duel (amateurs)

🏆 3:00 PM – "Riga Oyster Cup" awards ceremony.

🦪 3:15 PM – Oyster opening masterclass for beginers. 

⚔️ 3:45 PM – Oyster speed-opening & eating duel (amateurs).

🏁 4:00 PM –  Oyster speed-opening relay (professionals).

💪 4:30 PM – Oyster Strongman competition.

🦪 5:00 PM – Oyster eating & opening duel (amateurs).

🏗️ 5:30 PM – Oyster tower building competition.

🦪 5:45 PM – Oyster opening & eating duel (amateurs).

🎶 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM – Evening LOUNGE.
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ELLA  and 🎷 Māris Jēkabsons (saxophone )



🦪 From 12:00–21:00, enjoy a wide selection of oysters, seafood street food, and lounge music into the evening.

🎉 Free entry!
High tables and outdoor seating from surrounding restaurants will be available throughout the festival area.

🍾 VIP table reservations: Call +371 20223379