Competition Information

Venue

Competition Rink: Daugava ice rink

a modern indoor skating rink with 2 ice patches, 30 x 60 m and 26 x 60m, heated. The Competition Rink has a capacity of 700 spectators.

Address: Augsiela 1, LV-1009, Riga, Latvia

 

Practice ice rink: Kurbads

Address:  Lidlauka iela 37, Rumbula, Rīga

See hotels and ice rinks on the map.

Transport

Public Transport in Riga 

Public transport provides a regular and convenient connection from the official competition hotels to the Daugava Ice Hall. The ride is short – approximately 3 stops, depending on your specific hotel.

To find the best connection, we recommend using Google Maps or the Rīgas Satiksme Route Planner.

  • Ticket Price: A 90-minute ticket costs EUR 1.50.

  • Validation: The ticket must be validated every time you board.

  • Purchase: Tickets can be purchased as physical cardboard cards or via mobile apps as code tickets.

https://www.rigassatiksme.lv/en/for-riga-guests/

 

From/To Airport 

https://www.riga-airport.com/en/transport-0:

  • On bus no. 22: the bus from/to Riga Airport to the city center takes about 40* minutes. You can buy a one-way ticket from the driver. Price per ticket – 1,81 EUR.
    Lidosta Riga (RIX) – Autoosta (Riga Bus Station). 

Airport Transfer for Teams

  • Please complete the Travel Information and Transfer Order form included in the team registration confirmation email.

 

Team Transport to Ice Rink 

We provide organized transport services between Official Hotels and the ice rinks (Daugava Ice Hall & Kurbads Ice Hall) during the event (Feb 10–17).

Service Options:

  • Option A: WHOLE DAY BUS (Exclusive Team Bus)
    • A dedicated bus for your team’s exclusive use for the entire day.
    • Price: €1500 per day.
  • Option B: SINGLE TRIPS (Shuttle Service)
    • Scheduled transfer for specific trips (e.g., Hotel ⇄ Rink).
    • Price: €15 per person (one-way).

Please submit your request via the online form below by February 1st

 

Lunch and Dinner for Teams

Teams can order Warm Lunch at the Rink and Takeaway Dinner Box. See the menu offer here.

To order the team's lunch or dinner, fill in the Meals Order form received in the team registration confirmation email. 

Competition Tickets / Visitor Cards

Please note the following regarding spectator tickets:

Full Event Access (Friday, Saturday & Sunday)

  • All-Event Pass: Visitor cards ordered by teams grant Full Entry for all 3 competition days and official practices.
  • No Daily Tickets: Please note there are NO separate daily tickets available for Friday or Saturday. You must hold a visitor card (All-Event pass).

  • How to Order: Due to limited capacity (700 seats), visitor cards can only be ordered by teams via the Team Ticket Order Form. Please ask your Team Manager to order for you.

  • Individual Sales: Individual tickets will only be sold at the competition entrance if there is any remaining availability. We strongly recommend ordering in advance through your team to ensure entry.

Sunday Only (Interclub Competition):

  • Are you coming only for the Interclub competition on Sunday?
  • Tickets will be available at the entrance.
  • Price: 10 EUR (Cash Only)

Official Hotels

Riga Amber Cup has agreements with several Riga hotels for special prices for Teams and Competitors.

Hotel reservations must be made by the team or competitors directly.

See the location of the hotels and the ice halls on the map here.

What to Do and See in Riga

Got some free time? Make the most of it! Discover the best things to do in Riga.

Guided tours

Explore the cobblestone streets, medieval architecture, and hidden gems of the city center with a professional guide.

  • Duration: 1.5 hours
  • Price: €75 per group
  • Languages available: English, Spanish, and Russian

To arrange your tour, please contact the guide directly. We recommend booking in advance to ensure availability during the competition dates.

Guide: Aija Lejas-Sausa

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We look forward to a safe, organized, and beautiful competition!

Announcements

Important Dates

Description To be submitted before
Preliminary Entry December 20, 2025
Official Entry December 20, 2025
Payment December 20, 2025
Music and Press Information January 5, 2026
Program Content January 5, 2026
Team Transfer Reservation February 1, 2026
Team Meal Reservation February 1, 2026