During the Christmas season, the streets, squares and parks of Liepāja light up with festive decorations and twinkling lights, creating a calm and inspiring atmosphere. Liepāja at Christmas offers a wide range of activities for all tastes and is an excellent destination for a relaxed family holiday by the sea.
Events during the Christmas holidays
Throughout the school holiday period, Liepāja hosts a variety of events suitable for enjoying time together as a family. Science theatre performances at the Science Education and Innovation Centre spark children’s curiosity and interest in the world around them, while puppet theatre performances are especially appealing to younger audiences. The holiday season is also a great time to visit exhibitions in museums and galleries, as well as to join guided walking tours that reveal the city through stories and historical facts. The festive atmosphere is enhanced by Christmas concerts and New Year’s Eve celebrations suitable for families with children.
Indoor active leisure
In winter, Liepāja’s indoor leisure opportunities are particularly appreciated and well-suited for children of different ages. Younger visitors will enjoy playtime at the Entertainment centre for children “Sapņu Zeme”, while shared family fun can be found at the Recreation and Entertaining Centre “Dzintara Boulings”. For relaxation, families can visit the LOC Pool & Spa, while more active options include the Climbing wall in the LOC Manege, LOC Tennis Hall and LOC Ice Hall. Older children and teenagers may enjoy the experiences offered by the Sports and entertainment centre “Drift Arena”. For a calmer moment, a visit to the cinema is a good choice, as well as exploring museums and galleries, including the Art gallery “Romas dārzs”.
Outdoor activities and walks
Even in winter, Liepāja invites visitors to explore the city outdoors. Families with children can enjoy playgrounds located throughout the city, as well as relaxed walks in parks and along the seaside. The Zirgu Island Nature Trail is well-suited for peaceful nature walks, while a trip to Karosta offers the opportunity to discover the Northern Fort and the Northern Breakwater. Walks can also be enriched by discovering Liepāja Street Art in the city centre and Karosta, or by choosing the themed Walking route “Liepāja – follow the notes!” to explore the city independently.
Liepāja – a family-friendly destination in winter
Liepāja is a compact and easy-to-explore city where the Christmas holidays offer an opportunity to balance relaxation, activities and quality time together. The wide range of experiences allows families to tailor their holiday to their interests and the age of their children, regardless of the weather.