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Culture   11.2.2026

“Our Erika” Is a Film Where Nostalgia Meets Triumph

Estonian films all too often try to focus on too many things, or focus too much on only one … Read more

Estonia   11.2.2026

Guitar Virtuosos in Tallinn

Can the measure of skillful guitar playing and an unforgettable concert evening be determined by how many necks the … Read more

Culture   10.2.2026

This Is How Tintinnabuli Was Born 50 Years Ago

According to composer Arvo Pärt’s spouse Nora Pärt, it was exactly 50 years ago on the morning of Saturday, … Read more

Restaurants   10.2.2026

FoodLover Restaurants Week Returns

As the number of Michelin-starred restaurants in Estonia remains relatively the same this year, the number of restaurants recognised … Read more

Culture   9.2.2026

Exciting events in Estonia this week

10 February Kim Dracula concert, Tallinn Kim Dracula live in concert in Tallinn’s Paavli Culture Factory. Originally from Tasmania, … Read more

Atmospheric Valentine’s Day Concert in Kadriorg Art Museum

Culture   8.2.2026

Atmospheric Valentine’s Day Concert in Kadriorg Art Museum

On Valentine’s Day, Saturday 14 February at 19:00, the grand hall of the Kadriorg Art Museum will be filled … Read more

33rd International Tourism Fair Tourest 2026

Estonia   8.2.2026

33rd International Tourism Fair Tourest 2026

The 33rd Tourest international tourism fair returns to the Estonian Exhibition Centre in Tallinn from 13–15 February 2026, bringing … Read more

Pop Culture as Stunning Artistic Portraits

Culture   7.2.2026

Pop Culture as Stunning Artistic Portraits

A career retrospective of Anton Corbijn, highly esteemed even as the court photographer of star artists, is on display … Read more

Ülemiste Wants to Become a 24/7 District

Estonia   6.2.2026

Ülemiste Wants to Become a 24/7 District

Ülemiste City, the office district located between Tallinn Airport and the railway leading to Narva and Tartu, will in … Read more

XIX Tallinn Winter Festival—Open Your Heart

Culture   6.2.2026

XIX Tallinn Winter Festival—Open Your Heart

The XIX Tallinn Winter Festival, taking place from 10–22 February 2026, returns as one of Estonia’s most cherished cultural … Read more

The Orb Returning to Tallinn

Culture   5.2.2026

The Orb Returning to Tallinn

The Orb, the popular British duo whose second album reached number one in the UK charts in 1991, are … Read more

Estonian Chefs Among the World’s Best

Restaurants   5.2.2026

Estonian Chefs Among the World’s Best

“In many countries, food culture with centuries of tradition plays an important societal role. Estonia’s restaurant culture has risen … Read more

European Sauna Marathon

Leisure   4.2.2026

European Sauna Marathon

Starting this Friday at 18:00 in Otepää’s Central Square, the 15th Annual European Sauna Marathon kicks off. This is … Read more

Anniversary Year of Estonia’s National Artist

Culture   4.2.2026

Anniversary Year of Estonia’s National Artist

In March, Estonia marks 200 years since the birth of Johann Köler, the father of professional Estonian painting. Köler, … Read more

New A-Passenger Terminal Ready by Christmas 2028?

Estonia   3.2.2026

New A-Passenger Terminal Ready by Christmas 2028?

Tallinn’s A-terminal, used by Eckerö Line and Viking Line, has long awaited a complete overhaul. Last week, progress finally … Read more

One of the Last Parties in Café Amigo

Culture   3.2.2026

One of the Last Parties in Café Amigo

Café Amigo, which opened its doors in 1994, is having one of its last parties this Friday, 6 February, … Read more

Exciting events in Estonia this week

Culture   2.2.2026

Exciting events in Estonia this week

1–28 February Maitsev Tartu restaurant month, Tartu Throughout the entire month, Tartu’s top restaurants offer delicious three-course special menus … Read more

The Exploited Live in Helitehas

Culture   1.2.2026

The Exploited Live in Helitehas

NOTICE:Due to illness affecting the singer, tonight’s concert (2 February 2026) has been cancelled. A new date — for … Read more

A Baltic Guide to LGBTQ+ Nightlife in Tallinn

Leisure   31.1.2026

A Baltic Guide to LGBTQ+ Nightlife in Tallinn

One of my closest friends for the past quarter of a century is a Finnish woman named Pirkko. She … Read more

February in Tartu Is Full of Flavours

Restaurants   30.1.2026

February in Tartu Is Full of Flavours

One of the most important culinary events of the early year begins in Tartu on Sunday: the month-long restaurant … Read more

Full Moon Feast Returns to Lake Peipus

Restaurants   30.1.2026

Full Moon Feast Returns to Lake Peipus

Food Street by Lake Peipus is set to come alive again this winter with the return of the Wild … Read more

Ukuaru Music Hall Opens to Public

Culture   29.1.2026

Ukuaru Music Hall Opens to Public

The music hall Ukuaru, dedicated to the work of master composer Arvo Pärt, who spent his childhood and youth … Read more

Stories of Light in the Dark: When Legends Shine

Culture   29.1.2026

Stories of Light in the Dark: When Legends Shine

Estonia’s Open Air Museum regularly hosts a number of exhibitions, and the latest is a temporary one featuring light … Read more

Jääaaria—A Unique Operatic Performance

Culture   28.1.2026

Jääaaria—A Unique Operatic Performance

Pärnu Opera is taking a unique operatic performance around Estonia in February. This show, which is approximately one hour, … Read more

Two Women Entrepreneurs, Two Second-Hand Shops

Shopping   28.1.2026

Two Women Entrepreneurs, Two Second-Hand Shops

The New Self-Service Flea Market Daisy Kirbukas “Everything became concrete very quickly once I finished the business plan and … Read more

sTARTUp Day Happens This Week in Tartu

Estonia   27.1.2026

sTARTUp Day Happens This Week in Tartu

Estonia is lauded internationally as having the most startups per capita, with roughly one for every thousand people. This … Read more