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Exciting events in Estonia this week

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Exciting events in Estonia this week

 

18 August–18 September, Tallinn Fringe, Tallinn

This ongoing comedy and performing arts festival continues to offer several daily and weekly events.

 

28–30 August, Aparaaditehas Festival 2025, Tartu

A three-day festival in a former industrial zone in Tartu, celebrating art, music, history, and more.

 

29 August, Culture Night, Tallinn

A unique night of cultural events throughout the city of Tallinn.

 

29–30 August, Rändava Sauna Festival, Oiu

A sauna festival. Lots of fun, lots of steam, lots more to explore!

 

29–30 August, Rock in Haapsalu, Haapsalu

A festival dedicated entirely to rock music in a medieval setting.

 

29–31 August, Kus? Festival, Tartu

Part of the “Tartu 2024 Extended” programme, this festival is a fun-filled weekend for anyone.

 

30 August, KopliFest, Tallinn

An annual festival in the Kopli district of Northern Tallinn celebrating its unique history and culture. All the usual hallmarks of a festival will be present, including lots of live music.

 

30 August, Night of Ancient Lights, all over Estonia

A night of bonfires throughout the entire country. Check this map to find the closest one to you.

 

30 August, Great Book Fair, Tallinn

A large fair with thousands of books in multiple languages on sale. You can certainly find rare books to add to your personal library.

 

31 August, ViruFest, Jõhvi

A fun-filled festival for the whole family featuring live music, a fair and market, and of course: food and beverage.

 

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