16. May, 2026
On Saturday, May 16, the spiritual cultural event “Church Night” and “Open Church Day” will take place across Latvia. In the Bauska region, several churches will open their doors, inviting visitors to experience a special festive atmosphere.
This year, the central event location has been chosen as Budberga St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, where the official opening concert will take place at 18:00, featuring representatives of traditional Christian denominations. The musical programme will be enriched by a string quartet performance.
Throughout the evening, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy a diverse and high-quality musical programme.
Participating churches in Bauska region:
Kurmene St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church
Open from 12:00 to 24:00
21:00 The Lord’s Prayer
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Skaistkalne Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Roman Catholic)
Open from 12:00 to 24:00
21:00 The Lord’s Prayer
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Bārbele Boys’ Primary School Chapel
Open from 12:00 to 24:00
21:00 The Lord’s Prayer
http://www.facebook.com/SaknesUnSparni
Brukna Church of the Holy Apostles
Open from 12:00 to 24:00
21:00 The Lord’s Prayer
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Jaunsaule St. Conrad’s Roman Catholic Church
Open from 12:00 to 22:00
21:00 The Lord’s Prayer
Bauska Roman Catholic Church of the Most Holy Sacrament
Open to from 12:00 to 22:00
13:00 to 13:30 Presentation about the church building (conducted by Dzintra Spradzenko and Anita Bistere, researchers from Rundāle Palace Museum)
21:00 The Lord’s Prayer and hymn
An exhibition of paintings will be on display throughout the day
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Budberga St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
Open from 12:00 to 24:00
12:00, 18:00 and 22:00 Church bell ringing
18:00 Official opening
21:00 The Lord’s Prayer
The official opening of “Church Night 2026” will take place for the first time at Budberga St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
On Saturday, May 16, the spiritual cultural event “Church Night” and “Open Church Day” will take place across Latvia with a wide-ranging programme. This year, the historic Budberga St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in the Bauska region has been selected as the central venue of the event, where the official opening concert will be held at 18:00, featuring leaders of traditional Christian denominations.
Throughout the evening, visitors will be able to enjoy a high-quality musical programme at Budberga Church.
Live stream https://www.facebook.com/baznicunakts?locale=lv_LV
More information on the “Church Night” Facebook page.-> https://baznicunakts.lv/
We warmly invite everyone to visit the churches of Bauska region and enjoy the unique atmosphere of this special event!