{"id":159189,"date":"2026-06-08T04:52:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-08T01:52:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/balticguide.ee\/?p=159189"},"modified":"2026-06-07T08:56:19","modified_gmt":"2026-06-07T05:56:19","slug":"exciting-events-in-estonia-this-week-141","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/balticguide.ee\/en\/exciting-events-in-estonia-this-week-141\/","title":{"rendered":"Exciting events in Estonia this week"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

10\u201312 June, Estonian Fashion Festival<\/b><\/a>, Viljandi and Tartu<\/p>\n

Estonia\u2019s largest annual event dedicated to sustainable fashion and responsible consumption. The Wednesday fashion show in Viljandi highlights traditional craftsmanship techniques and cultural identity, while the Tartu shows focus on artistic expression, environmentally conscious design and body positivity. The programme also includes seminars, workshops and the Sustainability Award ceremony.<\/p>\n

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11\u201314 June, Stencibility Street Art Festival<\/b><\/a>, Tartu<\/p>\n

European and Estonian mural, stencil, poster and sticker artists gather in Tartu to exchange ideas and create colourful street art in the urban environment, using locations voluntarily made available for the purpose. Guided tours are organised throughout the festival, but visitors can also explore the artworks independently using a well-designed online map while walking around the city.<\/p>\n

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11\u201314 June, Nordic Kite Fest<\/b><\/a>, P\u00e4rnu<\/p>\n

One of the most anticipated events of the summer for kitesurfing enthusiasts, bringing hobbyists and top riders to P\u00e4rnu Beach to compete, share knowledge with beginners and showcase the sport to the public. DJs help create a friendly and communal atmosphere, while evening afterparties feature live performers such as Reket and Lexsoul Dancemachine.<\/p>\n

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12 June, Night Run Estonia<\/b><\/a>, Rakvere<\/p>\n

This cheerful urban running event attracts thousands of fitness enthusiasts to Rakvere, with participants setting off only after dusk. Distances include a half marathon as well as 10 km and 5 km routes, the latter attracting many runners in carnival costumes each year. A couple of hours before the main event, Viking Line mascot Ville Viking encourages children to take part in a 300-metre run.<\/p>\n

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12\u201313 June, Grillfest Food Festival<\/b><\/a>, P\u00e4rnu<\/p>\n

This major celebration of flavours features delicacies from more than 300 producers, street food vendors, pop-up caf\u00e9s, professional grill masters and amateur barbecue enthusiasts. There is even a dedicated restaurant for four-legged visitors. The programme also includes cooking competitions, a marketplace, live music, a children\u2019s play area and two fireworks displays to conclude the evenings.<\/p>\n

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12\u201314 June, Harmonica Festival<\/b><\/a>, P\u00e4rnu \/ Haapsalu \/ Tallinn<\/p>\n

The largest gathering and competition for harmonica players in the Nordic and Baltic countries. Saturday\u2019s programme in P\u00e4rnu includes performance and technique competitions, a gala concert featuring world-class harmonica stars and an evening dance event. Additional festival concerts take place in Haapsalu on Friday and Tallinn on Sunday. A blues jam session will also be held in P\u00e4rnu on Friday evening.<\/p>\n

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13 June, Virumaa Caf\u00e9 Day<\/b><\/a>, Ida-Virumaa<\/p>\n

Caf\u00e9s, caf\u00e9-restaurants and private food enthusiasts across Ida-Virumaa open their doors and garden gates from 11:00 to 18:00 to serve locally produced food, drinks and sweet treats. Information about participating venues and their locations is available via the Navicup map platform.<\/p>\n

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13 June, Kihnu Sauna Festival<\/b>,<\/a> Kihnu<\/p>\n

For the seventh time, the people of Kihnu transform their island and home gardens into a sauna island. The participation fee includes a map of saunas where hosts welcome visitors for five hours of sauna bathing. In the evening, Kurase Bar hosts the afterparty with music from the P\u00e4rnu band H\u00e4rra Kuu.<\/p>\n

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13 June, Mulliga & Mullita Festival<\/b><\/a>, Tallinn<\/p>\n

Held on Pirita Road in the grounds of Maarjam\u00e4e Palace and the Estonian Film Museum, this event combines an entertainment concert running from afternoon until nearly midnight with tastings of sparkling and non-sparkling beverages. Visitors can also enjoy snacks and more substantial meals, attend professional champagne training sessions and relax in a laid-back summer atmosphere.<\/p>\n

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13\u201314 June, Sidecar Motocross and Quad Racing<\/b><\/a>, Karksi-Nuia<\/p>\n

The world\u2019s leading sidecar motocross and ATV riders gather in the Mulgimaa region of Southern Estonia at the Karksi-Nuia Motorsport Centre for a round of their respective world championship series. Following Saturday\u2019s races, the evening continues with a concert featuring Traffic and P\u00e4tiKiisud.<\/p>\n

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