Rēzekne Municipality Cemetery Festivals 2026: Full Schedule for Parish Services
Rēzekne municipality has confirmed dates for over 75 cemetery festivals (Kapusvētki) in 2026, a schedule that serves as a vital planning tool for the thousands of Latvians living abroad who return to Latgale each summer. This tradition, which combines religious blessing with family reunions, remains one of the most significant cultural events in the region, spanning from late May through the end of August.
While the schedule is comprehensive, it is important to note that these dates are set by local parish administrations and, while generally fixed, can be subject to minor adjustments based on local church needs. Most cemetery blessings are accompanied by a Holy Mass (Sv. Mise) held in the corresponding parish church, typically one to two hours before the ceremony at the graveside.
2026 Cemetery Festival Schedule by Parish
The following tables outline the planned dates and times for grave blessings across the various administrative associations within the Rēzekne municipality.
Dricāni Association
| Cemetery | Date and Time (2026) |
|---|---|
| Pilcene | 20 June, 13:00 |
| Dzeņagols | 4 July, 12:00 |
| Lempu | 4 July, 13:00 |
| Taunaga | 11 July, 12:00 |
| Myura | 11 July, 13:00 |
| Rubuļu | 11 July, 14:00 |
| Drebejas | 18 July, 12:00 |
| Saukavīšu | 25 July, 12:00 |
| Dricāni | 1 August, 12:00 |
| Pintānu | 11 July, 15:00 |
| Svētiņu | 18 July, 15:00 |
| Bikavas | 25 July, 13:00 |
| Ļodānu | 4 July, 14:30 |
| Īdeņas | 1 August, 13:00 |
| Nagļu (New) | 29 August, 13:00 |
| Nagļu (Old) | 30 August, 13:00 |
Kaunata and Stoļerova Parishes
| Cemetery | Date and Time (2026) |
|---|---|
| Škrjabu | 30 May, 15:00 |
| Gineviču | 6 June, 13:00 |
| Vecstašuļu | 6 June, 14:00 |
| Zastenku | 13 June, 13:00 |
| Rukmaņu | 13 June, 14:00 |
| Piertnīku | 13 June, 12:00 |
| Bereznīku | 20 June, 14:00 |
| Miera (Lūznava) | 4 July, 14:00 |
| Lipušku | 25 July, 14:30 |
| Lucišku | 25 July, 15:00 |
| Bresingovas | 30 May, 14:00 |
| Skadeņu | 13 June, 13:00 |
| Kaunatas (Old) | 22 June, 13:00 |
| Mozgu | 22 June, 14:00 |
| Verasovkas | 11 July, 13:00 |
| Vilkakroga | 11 July, 14:00 |
| Barku | 18 July, 13:00 |
| Rikapoles | 8 August, 14:00 |
| Petrovsku | 8 August, 15:00 |
| Višu | 13 June, 12:00 |
Malta and Silmala Parishes
| Cemetery | Date and Time (2026) |
|---|---|
| Pīkstuļu | 30 May, 14:00 |
| Beloglazovkas | 30 May, 15:00 |
| Pustinku | 20 June, 13:00 |
| Ružinas | 20 June, 12:00 |
| Trūpu Čaču | 20 June, 13:00 |
| Sopru | 27 June, 14:00 |
| Zamožu | 27 June, 15:00 |
| Daugaviešu | 27 June, 12:00 |
| Silmalas | 27 June, 13:00 |
| Prezmas | 19 July, 14:30 |
| Antanišku | 11 July, 15:00 |
| Silajāņu | 1 August, 15:00 |
| Feimaņu | 22 August, 13:00 |
Planning Your Visit to Rēzekne
For members of the Latvian diaspora in the UK planning to attend these services, it is advisable to coordinate travel well in advance. July is the peak month for cemetery festivals in Latgale, and local accommodation in Rēzekne and the surrounding parishes often reaches capacity months ahead of time.
Visitors should also verify the specific times for Holy Masses at the local parish churches, as these are the primary gathering points before families move to the cemeteries. While the times listed above are for the grave blessings themselves, the spiritual portion of the day often begins earlier in the morning. If you are traveling to more remote cemeteries, ensure you have local transport arranged, as public transport options to smaller villages can be limited on weekends.
Source: Rēzeknes novada pašvaldība
