“Dobeles ābolu maiss 2026” is a folk dance competition and concert in Dobele, taking place in the courtyard of Dobeles pilsētas Kultūras nams on 28 November 2026. Ten middle-generation dance ensembles from Dobele, Riga, Berģi, Jelgava, Ventspils and Kuldīga will perform. The ensembles will compete for the main prize, the “Dobeles ābolu maiss”, as well as the audience award. Visitors are invited to bring an apple and use it to vote for their favourite ensemble. The event is organised by the “DZĪPARS” middle-generation dance ensemble and Dobeles pilsētas Kultūras nams, in cooperation with the Dobele Municipality Culture Administration. Filming and photography will take place during the event for publicity purposes.