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The funeral industry, a vital part of public life, is filled with significant events and significant changes. Our FUNERAL SERVICE actively monitors funeral events, stays current on the topic, and presents news about the funerals of famous personalities in this section of the website, including events organized with the participation of our service in Riga and the region.

Cremation in Riga in 2026: Cost and How It Works

Cremation in Riga 2026: what makes up the cost, how the process works step by step, what documents are needed and what happens to the urn after cremation. An explanation for families. .

27 2026

Grave Care in Riga: What It Includes and How to Order

What grave care in Riga includes: one-off tidying, regular seasonal care and improvement, what the price depends on and how to order if you live far away. A practical explanation. .

27 2026

Grave Crosses in Riga: How to Choose and Install a Cross

How to choose a grave cross: wood or metal, shape by denomination, temporary or permanent, installation and price. A practical guide before the cemetery season. .

27 2026

Riga Cemetery Opening Hours in 2026 and Preparing the Grave

The cemetery-visiting season has begun. How to find your cemetery remembrance day, what the summer opening hours of Riga cemeteries are and how to prepare the grave in advance — a practical guide for families. .

27 2026

Urn Burial in Riga: Where and How to Bury an Urn

Where and how to bury an urn with ashes in Riga: in a family grave, an urn plot or a columbarium, what documents and permits are needed and how much it costs. An explanation for families. .

27 2026

Updated Crematorium Service Fees in Riga: Official Information

New rates for Riga crematorium services will come into effect in January 2026. The increase will be approximately 7-10% and is due to upgrades to technical equipment, modernization of air purification systems, and increased costs for electricity and infrastructure maintenance.

24 November 2025

Updated regulations for transporting the deceased within Latvia: what has changed

The Latvian Ministry of Health has approved new requirements governing the transportation of the deceased within the country. The changes will come into effect in early 2026 and are aimed at improving sanitary safety, the quality of funeral services, and the transparency of funeral organizations.

20 November 2025

Changes to Riga Cemetery Operations for the 2025–2026 Winter

Starting December 1, 2025, Riga's city cemeteries will switch to winter operating hours. This is due to worsening weather conditions, shorter daylight hours, and the need to ensure the safe movement of visitors. According to official information, all Riga cemeteries will be open to visitors until 6:00 PM, and burials will be possible until 3:00 PM.

15 November 2025

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