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13.7.2026 | Culture

Exciting events in Estonia this week

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Exciting events in Estonia this weekPublic fun at Käbliku (hard-core metal) rock festival.

8–18 July Pärnu Music Festival, Pärnu

The Pärnu Music Festival, which has been ranked among the best classical music festivals in Europe for two years in a row, returns with top soloists and a high-quality international concert programme.

 

15–17 July Viljandi Early Music Festival, Viljandi

The event brings together music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods with traditions from different world cultures, alongside an engaging programme of workshops and activities.

 

16 July Hoovus Festival, Vääna-Jõesuu

A music festival in a comfortable, family-friendly setting that also focuses on art and good food. Several of Estonia’s top musical artists will perform.

 

16–19 July WRC Rally Estonia, Southern Estonia

World Rally Championship races taking place in multiple areas in Southern Estonia, headquartered in Tartu.

 

16–19 July I Land Sound, Orissaare, Saaremaa

One of Estonia’s flagship summer music festivals is back, featuring top musical acts from Estonia and abroad in a coastal setting.

 

17 July 5MIINUST—Ten Years Concert, Tartu

Estonia’s most popular rap group and contestant in Eurovision is celebrating ten years together with a massive concert at Tartu’s Song Festival Grounds.

 

17 July–8 August Summer Opera 2026, Tallinn

A series of eight operatic performances in Tallinn’s historical City Hall building.

 

17–18 July Käbliku Beer Camp & Rock’N’Roll, Saverna

A rock’n’roll festival taking place near Saverna, along the highway from Tartu to Võru. Beer, rock, swimming, the best life has to offer!

 

18 July Mereküla Oyster Party, Pärnu

A gastronomical event for people who love seafood, especially oysters, taking place in Mereküla, which is just south of Pärnu.

 

19 July BEAT concert, Tallinn

A concert of rock superstars consisting of Steve Vai and former members of King Crimson. This is a once-in-a-lifetime lineup on the stage.

 

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