On the holiday days of June 23 and 24, residents of Latvia will encounter a modified schedule for stores and shopping centers. If purchases are postponed until the last moment, there is a risk of finding closed doors or reduced working hours.
In the run-up to Ligo and Janis Day, the largest retail chains and shopping centers in Latvia are transitioning to holiday operating hours. Most stores will close earlier than usual on June 23, and many shopping centers will not operate at all on June 24.
Customers should plan their purchases of food, drinks, and leisure items in advance, as the usual schedule will not apply on these days.
How grocery stores will operate
Maxima stores will be open until 21:00 on June 23. The next day, they will start operating later than usual — from 10:00.
In the Rimi chain, the schedule depends on the specific store. In most cases, stores will operate from 08:00 to 21:00 on June 23, and from 11:00 to 22:00 on June 24.
Lidl stores will also have changes. On Ligo Day, they will be open from 08:30 to 20:30, and on Janis Day — from 09:00 to 22:00.
Which shopping centers will be closed
The most noticeable changes will affect shopping centers. Many of them will either shorten their working hours or completely close on June 24.
Rīga Plaza will operate from 10:00 to 18:00 on June 23, and will not accept visitors on Janis Day.
In Domina Shopping, stores will open from 10:00 to 17:00 on June 23. Most retail outlets will be closed on June 24; however, the cinema, entertainment facilities, and some services will continue to operate according to a separate schedule.
The Spice and Spice Home shopping centers will be open from 10:00 to 18:00 on Ligo Day, and will not operate at all on June 24. They will return to their regular schedule on June 25.
In Akropole Alfa and Akropole Rīga, stores will operate from 10:00 to 20:00 on June 23. On Janis Day, most retail outlets will be closed, but some stores and service providers will continue to welcome visitors.
Traditionally, Ligo and Janis Day are accompanied by shortened operating hours for retail establishments across the country. This practice occurs annually and allows employees to spend the holidays with their families.
Those planning holiday purchases should avoid postponing them to the evening of June 23 or the morning of June 24.
