The National Library of Latvia
Since 2014, the National Library of Latvia has been located in the iconic Castle of Light building at 3 Mūkusalas Street. Designed by the internationally renowned Latvian-American architect Gunārs Birkerts, the library is recognised as one of Latvia's most significant cultural landmarks of the 21st century.
The Castle of Light's multifunctional infrastructure provides an exceptional setting for conferences, seminars, official receptions, cultural events, and other significant occasions of various sizes.
Venue Highlights
Meeting rooms
Ziedonis hall
731 m2Ziedonis Hall is one of Riga's finest multifunctional event venues. Its outstanding acoustics and professional technical equipment make it an ideal choice for concerts, film screenings, conferences, lectures, and performances.
The rental fee includes a DCP projector, motorised projection screen, audio and video connections, front and subwoofer speaker systems, surround sound system, sound and lighting control desks, microphones, profile and Fresnel spotlights, as well as Wi-Fi internet access.
Changing rooms are located adjacent to the hall. Four built-in simultaneous interpretation booths are available, with interpretation equipment rental offered upon request. The hall is equipped with air conditioning, provides natural daylight, and is fully accessible for guests with reduced mobility, including designated wheelchair spaces.
Main conference hall A+B+C+D
469 m2The conference centre's flexible hall can be configured to accommodate large-scale conferences, seminars, training sessions, and other business events.
The rental fee for each section of the hall includes chairs, tables, a DLP projector, motorised projection screen, ceiling-mounted speakers, audio and video connections, a microphone, flipchart with paper, and Wi-Fi internet access.
Section D of the conference centre is equipped with an induction loop system, ensuring accessibility for guests with hearing impairments.
The venue is air-conditioned and does not provide natural daylight. Coffee breaks and lunches can be arranged in the foyer or in one of the conference hall sections. A dedicated service room is also available for catering providers.
Conference hall B+C+D
364 m2The rental fee for each section of the hall includes chairs, tables, a DLP projector, motorised projection screen, ceiling-mounted speakers, audio and video connections, a microphone, flipchart with paper, and Wi-Fi internet access.
Section D of the conference centre is equipped with an induction loop system, ensuring accessibility for guests with hearing impairments.
The venue is air-conditioned and does not provide natural daylight. Coffee breaks and lunches can be arranged in the foyer or in one of the conference hall sections. A dedicated service room is also available for catering providers.
Conference hall A+B+C
315 m2The rental fee for each section of the hall includes chairs, tables, a DLP projector, motorised projection screen, ceiling-mounted speakers, audio and video connections, a microphone, flipchart with paper, and Wi-Fi internet access.
The venue is air-conditioned and does not provide natural daylight. Coffee breaks and lunches can be arranged in the foyer or in one of the conference hall sections. A dedicated service room is also available for catering providers.
Conference hall C+D
259 m2The rental fee for each section of the hall includes chairs, tables, a DLP projector, motorised projection screen, ceiling-mounted speakers, audio and video connections, a microphone, flipchart with paper, and Wi-Fi internet access.
Section D of the conference centre is equipped with an induction loop system, ensuring accessibility for guests with hearing impairments.
The venue is air-conditioned and does not provide natural daylight. Coffee breaks and lunches can be arranged in the foyer or in one of the conference hall sections. A dedicated service room is also available for catering providers.
Conference hall A+B or B+C
210 m2The rental fee for each section of the hall includes chairs, tables, a DLP projector, motorised projection screen, ceiling-mounted speakers, audio and video connections, a microphone, flipchart with paper, and Wi-Fi internet access.
The venue is air-conditioned and does not provide natural daylight. Coffee breaks and lunches can be arranged in the foyer or in one of the conference hall sections. A dedicated service room is also available for catering providers.
Conference hall D
154 m2The rental fee for each section of the hall includes chairs, tables, a DLP projector, motorised projection screen, ceiling-mounted speakers, audio and video connections, a microphone, flipchart with paper, and Wi-Fi internet access.
Section D of the conference centre is equipped with an induction loop system, ensuring accessibility for guests with hearing impairments.
The venue is air-conditioned and does not provide natural daylight. Coffee breaks and lunches can be arranged in the foyer or in one of the conference hall sections. A dedicated service room is also available for catering providers.
Conference hall A; B or C
105 m2The rental fee for each section of the hall includes chairs, tables, a DLP projector, motorised projection screen, ceiling-mounted speakers, audio and video connections, a microphone, flipchart with paper, and Wi-Fi internet access.
The venue is air-conditioned and does not provide natural daylight. Coffee breaks and lunches can be arranged in the foyer or in one of the conference hall sections. A dedicated service room is also available for catering providers.
Seminar room IV
134 m2The rental fee for each seminar room includes chairs, tables, a DLP projector, a motorised projection screen or a 55-inch TV display, audio and video connections, a flipchart, and Wi-Fi internet access.
The rooms are air-conditioned and do not provide natural daylight. Coffee breaks and lunches can be arranged in the foyer or in one of the conference centre's event spaces. A dedicated service room is also available for catering providers.
Seminar room III
60 m2The rental fee for each seminar room includes chairs, tables, a DLP projector, a motorised projection screen or a 55-inch TV display, audio and video connections, a flipchart, and Wi-Fi internet access.
The rooms are air-conditioned and do not provide natural daylight. Coffee breaks and lunches can be arranged in the foyer or in one of the conference centre's event spaces. A dedicated service room is also available for catering providers.
Seminar room II
33 m2The rental fee for each seminar room includes chairs, tables, a DLP projector, a motorised projection screen or a 55-inch TV display, audio and video connections, a flipchart, and Wi-Fi internet access.
The rooms are air-conditioned and do not provide natural daylight. Coffee breaks and lunches can be arranged in the foyer or in one of the conference centre's event spaces. A dedicated service room is also available for catering providers.
Seminar room I
23 m2The rental fee for each seminar room includes chairs, tables, a DLP projector, a motorised projection screen or a 55-inch TV display, audio and video connections, a flipchart, and Wi-Fi internet access.
The rooms are air-conditioned and do not provide natural daylight. Coffee breaks and lunches can be arranged in the foyer or in one of the conference centre's event spaces. A dedicated service room is also available for catering providers.
Level 11 and 12
296 m2Located 63 metres above ground, the Ridge at the National Library of Latvia offers breathtaking 360° panoramic views of Riga.
The venue spans two levels – the 11th floor is designed for hosting events, while the 12th floor features a cosy lounge area, meeting space, and an exhibition dedicated to the library's architect, Gunārs Birkerts.
The Ridge is an exceptional venue for opening ceremonies, official receptions, product launches, press conferences, weddings, concerts, and other special occasions.
The rental fee includes ceiling-mounted speakers, audio connections, and Wi-Fi internet access. The 11th floor features restroom facilities and a dedicated catering service room equipped with a kitchenette, refrigerator, dishwasher, and sink. The venue is air-conditioned, filled with natural daylight, and features a Yamaha grand piano.
Atrium
1610 m2The Atrium is the largest event space at the National Library of Latvia. Filled with natural daylight and featuring exceptionally high ceilings, it provides an impressive setting for large-scale conferences, concerts, and prestigious receptions.
The Atrium offers a striking view of the People's Bookshelf, creating a distinctive and inspiring atmosphere for every event.
The venue is fully accessible for guests with reduced mobility.
Live stream studio
The National Library of Latvia's Live Stream Studio provides professional solutions for live streaming conferences, seminars, panel discussions, and other events.
Live streaming is available via various video conferencing platforms, including vMix, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and others, as well as directly from the National Library of Latvia's dedicated Live Stream Studio.
Technical support, sound and lighting technicians, as well as filming, visual production, and post-production services are available upon request.
Practical Information
Available upon request
Paid parking is available near the venue
Several hotels within a 10–15-minute walk
Accessible for Guests with Disabilities
~11 km (20–25 min by car)
~1 km (15-minute walk)
Bus and tram stops approximately 100 m away