Your Tallinn hit list: the top 5 events – week 3

12 January 2026 – 18 January 2026

Not sure where to be this week? Every week, in partnership with Gamma, we present a hand-picked selection of the five most compelling events taking place in and around Tallinn – it’s time to plan your week with purpose.

Friend Making Movie Night

Ditch the awkward small talk and start the year the easy way. HeartMatch and Gamma are hosting the very first Friend Making Movie Night of 2026 – a low-pressure winter hang designed for actually meeting people.

The setup: a cozy screening at Ruddy Baar in the Old Town, snacks included, good company guaranteed. The twist? You vote. Before the lights go down, the audience chooses between The Princess Diaries and Mrs. Doubtfire.

Come for the film, stay for post-movie drinks and conversation – or just settle into a comfy chair and enjoy the warmth of being among friendly faces. A small contribution covers snacks and streaming; everything else is simply good company.

Proof that winter is kinder when you don’t spend it alone.

Exhibition Wine Walk

Fotografiska invites wine lovers and curious minds to rethink the exhibition visit with a Wine Walk inside “Space – A Visual Journey”.

This guided tasting pairs three distinctive wines with a slow wander through the exhibition, led by a Fotografiska sommelier who draws playful, unexpected links between wine, bubbles, labels – and the vastness of space. Expect stories that swirl between cosmic imagery and what’s in your glass: thoughtful, surprising and occasionally delightfully odd.

It’s also a last call for the exhibition before it closes on January 17. The experience takes place inside the exhibition hall, lasts around 45 minutes and costs €49 per participant – a small price for a journey that’s equal parts art, astronomy and aperitif.

Karaoke & Socialising

Looking for a Friday night that starts gently before turning up the volume? This weekly meetup at Shamrock does exactly that.

Early evening is all about relaxed ambient music in a classic Irish pub, plenty of time to chat and an easy way to meet new, interesting people – no microphone required (yet). As the night rolls on, the group settles in and at 22:00 the karaoke kicks off: the music gets louder, the vibes bolder and conversation gives way to enthusiastic singing.

After midnight, some head off to keep the party going at nearby clubs. Looking for the group? Head inside and check the corner table on the right – you’ll spot them easily. Joining in is always optional, including the singing.

Yoga & Gratitude Session – Gamma Wellness Club

If winter has you feeling stiff, scattered or in need of a reset, this is a gentle invitation to slow down. Gamma Wellness Club teams up with coach Tanvi Shah for a grounding 90-minute yoga and journaling session focused on reconnecting – both physically and mentally.

The afternoon opens with a soft, all-levels yoga flow designed to ease winter tension, followed by a simple journaling practice that reflects on the light you carry within. There’s space to share at the end if you feel like it – or to simply listen, breathe and stay in the calm.

Mats, journaling materials, changing rooms and showers are all provided. Think of it as a cozy, open-hearted pause: move, breathe, reflect and feel quietly connected.

Tallinn Bun Fest

Tallinn Bun Fest is a cozy winter celebration that brings together Estonia’s beloved Shrovetide traditions and the city’s famously strong café culture. Taking place across Tallinn, the festival invites bakeries and cafés to put their own spin on the classic Shrovetide bun – from time-honoured favourites to playful, unexpected variations.

The idea is simple and delicious: wander from café to café, taste your way through winter and compare notes on cream, dough and inventive fillings. Along the way, Bun Fest offers locals and visitors alike a sweet, very Estonian glimpse into food culture – one bun at a time.

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