Jelgavas pils Ziemassvētku balle is a Christmas ball in Jelgava, held at Jelgavas Pils aula on 12 December 2026 at 20:00. The evening opens with a formal ceremony featuring an Oginski polonaise, a performance by the Kalve folk dance ensemble, the lighting of the Christmas tree and the first waltz. Dance music will be provided by Jelgavas BigBends led by Raitis Ašmanis, Very Cool People, Honey Blue, Ēriks Palkavnieks and A´pie mums Jelgavā. The programme also includes Latvian National Opera soloists, the LBTU Liepa Choir, Elemental cello and dance performances. Guests can visit creative workshops, photo salons, fortune casting and LBTU Student Theatre activities. Formal evening attire is required: dark suit for gentlemen and a long evening dress for ladies.