Events in Estonia in Early 2026 and Summer

Text Timo Raussi
Photos Andrei Chertkov, 
Priidu Saart and Ken Mürk / Visit Estonia

 

There is no shortage of worthwhile public events in Estonia throughout the year and for every taste. Start your trip before the peak summer season to avoid queues and fully booked accommodation.

 

For Food Lovers

1–28 February, Tartu

Tasty Tartu—Restaurant Month

This campaign, winner of the European food culture tourism award, brings special three-course menus to more than 20 top restaurants at a fixed price of €33–38.

 

7 February, Lake Peipus

Full Moon Night Feasts

Dozens of community and home restaurants from Ida-Viru County to Setomaa open their doors on Saturday evening from 17:00 to midnight.

 

11–22 February, across Estonia

Food Lover Restaurant Week

Special-price menus at nearly 70 restaurants in Tallinn and elsewhere are available via the vabalaud.ee website.

 

11–17 March, Tallinn

Tallinn Restaurant Week

Over 20,000 attractively priced two and three-course lunches and dinners at Tallinn’s top restaurants, priced at €15–40. Delicious!

 

16–22 March, Saaremaa

Saaremaa Restaurant Week

Three-course dinners at campaign prices. Even before Finnair’s direct flights, you can fly from Tallinn to the island in just half an hour for €39.

 

Wine, chocolate, and other delicacy lovers also have their own special events:
9–10 April—Wine Fair, Tallinn
25–26 April—Coffee Fair, Tallinn
9 May—Chocolate Festival, Haapsalu
29–30 May—Craft Beer Days, Tallinn
30 May—Pike Festival, Hiiumaa
12–13 June—Grillfest, Pärnu

 

 

For Sports Enthusiasts

Whether you happen to be cheering on Finnish athletes or taking part yourself, Estonia is an easy nearby destination for fitness and sports tourism.

 

14–15 February, Otepää

Tartu Ski Marathon

“The Estonian version of the Finlandia Ski Marathon” with distances of 63 km and 31 km classic style or 31 km freestyle.

 

12–15 March, Otepää

Biathlon World Cup Event

Come and follow the Finnish women’s and men’s performances in the sprint, pursuit, and mixed relay events.

 

18–19 April, Võru

Võhandu Marathon for canoeing

A beautiful 100 km route for solo and tandem paddlers, including portages past dams.

 

16 May, Tallinn

Maijooks Women’s Run

A relaxed and cheerful seven-kilometre course around the Song Festival Grounds.

 

6–7 June, Narva

Narva City Run

Eastern Estonia’s major sports event offers categories for 5 km, 10 km, and mile runners, fitness walkers, and children.

 

16–26 June, Tallinn

European Disc Golf Festival

The only PDGA Major-level disc golf competition in Europe this year.

 

25–28 June, Pärnu

Pärnu Summer Cup

An international youth football tournament with nearly 200 teams.

 

16–19 July, Southern Estonia

WRC Rally Estonia

Fuel in the veins and speed on the mind—but common sense intact—as you watch the world’s fastest rally drivers.

 

Market Buzz

When craftspeople, gardening and vintage enthusiasts, local food producers, and entertainers gather, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming.

 

23–25 April, Tartu

Maamess agricultural fair

The largest event of its kind in the Baltics, with hundreds of exhibitors and market vendors.

 

8–10 May, Luige, Harju County

Luige Rural Fair

Country life, gardening, organic food, and handicrafts right next to Tallinn.

 

15–17 May, Türi

Türi Flower Market

A classic since 1979. Also visit the magnificent tulip park at nearby Kirna Manor, just six kilometres away!

 

Don’t forget medieval and Hanseatic markets in these cities:
5–7 June—Tallinn
5–7 June—Viljandi
26–28 June—Pärnu
10–12 July—Tallinn
11–12 July—Tartu

 

 

Musical Highlights

Jazz, opera, alternative and experimental music, heavy rock, and folk will echo across Estonia this year:

9–12 April—Tallinn Music Week
25–28 April—Jazzkaar, Tallinn
16–19 June—I Land Sound, Saaremaa
18–21 June—Sõru Jazz, Hiiumaa
2–5 July—Juu Jääb—Music of the Future, Muhu
3–4 July—Hard Rock Laager, Vana-Vigala, Rapla County
18–25 July—Saaremaa Opera Days
23–26 July—Viljandi Folk Music Festival
24–25 July—Narva-Jõesuu Jazz
31 July–2 August—August Blues, Haapsalu

 

Other Experiences

3–8 February, Tallinn

DocPoint Tallinn

An international festival of socially and politically critical documentary films.

 

6–7 February, Otepää

European Sauna Marathon

Sauna sessions and quick icy dips in a playful team competition.

 

13–15 February, Tallinn

TourEST Travel Fair

Three halls full of holidays in Estonia, culinary experiences, and Global Village world travel.

 

11–13 June, Tartu

Estonian Fashion Festival

New collections of responsible and sustainable Estonian fashion on the catwalk and in exhibition spaces.

 

Star Power

The summer 2026 concert calendar is still being finalised. Of the artists listed below, ZZ Top and Moby will perform in Tartu, the others in Tallinn.

3 April—Roxette UK tribute concert
27 May—Tori Amos
30 May—Swedish House Mafia
14 June—Kings of Leon
22 June—ZZ Top
20 July—Lenny Kravitz
31 July—Scorpions
6 August—Moby

 

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