Culture 7.5.2026
Kalamaja Days 2026
Just north of the centre of Tallinn is the city’s second heart: the Kalamaja district, which has undergone substantial … Read more
Columns 7.5.2026
Is Estonia Selling Itself Off Piece by Piece?
There are news stories that don’t explode into headlines, yet slowly and quietly change the direction of a country. … Read more
Person 6.5.2026
Kaja Kunnas: Two Countries, Many Stories
Journalist Kaja Kunnas sits opposite me in a café. Through the windows there is a view of the swan … Read more
Culture 6.5.2026
Paavli Festival 2026
Paavli Festival 2026 is a two-day music and community festival taking place on 5–6 June at Paavli Kultuurivabrik, or … Read more
Leisure 5.5.2026
Scrap Rally in the Heights
In Eastern Estonia, in Väike-Pungerja along the road from Jõhvi to Tartu, a scrap rally will take place on … Read more
Restaurants 5.5.2026
Oyster Fest 2026 Celebrates Seafood
The fifth annual Austerium Oyster Fest is happening on 9 May in the courtyard of the Estonian Academy of … Read more
Culture 4.5.2026
Exciting events in Estonia this week
23 April–10 June Iberofest 2026, various locations A celebration of the cultures of eight Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries on … Read more
Culture 3.5.2026
Eye Candy for Craft Lovers
Former top swimmer and model, now working as a swimming coach, Estonian Marianne Seiman has practised the unique craft … Read more
Culture 2.5.2026
A Special Mother’s Day Brunch in PROTO Invention Factory
The Mother’s Day Brunch at the PROTO Invention Factory is a family-oriented event in Tallinn that combines dining, entertainment, … Read more
Culture 1.5.2026
Europe Day in Estonia on 9 May
On the second Saturday of May, 9 May, Europe Day will once again be celebrated in Estonia and elsewhere … Read more
Culture 1.5.2026
“Resonating Silence” A Capella Concert
“Helisev vaikus”, which means “Resonating Silence”, is a one-evening musical event in Tallinn that offers an immersive experience centred … Read more
Culture 30.4.2026
Nude Photo Exhibition “Näitus nr. 7”
The photography exhibition “Näitus nr. 7” by Olavi Sõna is an art event in Tallinn that explores the human … Read more
Culture 30.4.2026
Satu “Hildur” Rämö Visits Tallinn
At the end of May, from 27–31 May, the HeadRead literary festival held in Tallinn will host Satu Rämö, … Read more
Culture 29.4.2026
Grillfest Event on 1 May in Nõmme
The first day of May in Estonia doesn’t have to be a letdown for those who normally celebrate it … Read more
Culture 29.4.2026
Arvo Pärt-Inspired Sound Art in New York
Finnish artist Hans Rosenström’s site-specific sound installation “Out of Silence” has its public premiere today, 29 April, in Four … Read more
Culture 28.4.2026
Haapsalu Horror and Fantasy Film Festival
Haapsalutely the biggest horror and fantasy film festival in the Baltics, HÕFF—the Haapsalu Horror and Fantasy Film Festival—will take … Read more
Estonia 28.4.2026
The Safest Caravan Park in Narva
“Is it safe to drive to Eastern Estonia with a motorhome?” is a question often asked at tourist information … Read more
Culture 27.4.2026
Exciting events in Estonia this week
20 April–2 May Student Days, Tartu The second week of the social student festival offers free entertainment also for … Read more
Culture 26.4.2026
Visiting Behind Closed Doors in Summer
The interior of Linnahall, which has stood closed for years near the Port of Tallinn, can nowadays be visited … Read more
Shopping 25.4.2026
Pärnu Plant Fair—Kick off Your Summer in Colour
The Pärnu Plant Fair is one of the largest gardening events in Western Estonia. It’s held twice a year, … Read more
Estonia 24.4.2026
Saaremaa + Hiiumaa = 1
Did you know that this year, Estonia’s second-largest island, Hiiumaa, is celebrating a lighthouse-themed year, as Kõpu Lighthouse has … Read more
Shopping 24.4.2026
Tartu’s Famous Spring Fair Returns
The Spring Fair in Tartu, or Kevadlaat, is a large annual outdoor market event that brings together hundreds of … Read more
Leisure 23.4.2026
Chrome Shine and the Rumble of V8s at the Song Festival Grounds
May Day, or 1 May, has in Estonia become a traditional opening day of the season for American car … Read more
Culture 23.4.2026
Walpurgis Night Is Next Week
Originally observed on 1 May, the Feast of St Walpurga is today celebrated the night before, and is called … Read more
Leisure 22.4.2026
Rattafest 2026 Bicycling Festival
Rattafest 2026 is a multi-day outdoor cycling and adventure festival taking place in the scenic region of Setomaa in … Read more
Culture 22.4.2026
Photographs and Stories About Clothes and Their Wearers
At the Pärnu Museum of New Art, a Finnish–Estonian photography exhibition “If clothes could talk…” or ”Kui rõivad räägiksid…” … Read more
