07 July – 13 July 2025
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.
Medieval Days Festival
Tallinn Old Town
From Friday, 11 July to Sunday, 13 July
Once a year, Tallinn’s UNESCO-listed Old Town swaps the 21st century for the 15th. During Medieval Days, cobbled streets fill with knights in armour, wandering minstrels and townsfolk in full costume. Market stalls brim with handmade wares, while blacksmiths, weavers and potters show off centuries-old skills.
Expect lively parades, clashing swords, folk tunes and dancing in the squares. There’s plenty for kids too, from hands-on workshops to theatrical spectacles. History’s never been this fun.
Many of the Medieval Days’ workshops and guided visits are free of charge and open to all, though some require tickets and advance registration due to limited space.
Tallinn Maritime Days
Various locations in Tallinn
From Friday, 11 July to Sunday, 13 July
Estonia’s biggest sea-themed bash drops anchor in the capital each summer, turning Tallinn into a festival of sails, sounds and seaside fun. Spread across the Old City Harbour, Seaplane Harbour and Noblessner, each area offers its own nautical flavour.
Hop a sea taxi, climb aboard historic ships, browse craft markets or catch live bands on the waterfront. With kids’ zones, exhibitions and plenty of maritime flair, it’s a splashy celebration of Tallinn’s seafaring soul – and a summer must.
Most events during Tallinn Sea Days are free of charge, but some concerts, boat tours and special activities require tickets or advance registration.
Serata Aperativo: Italian Evening
Gin Spot Bar, Telliskivi 60/2, Tallinn
Thursday, 10 July from 7.00 PM to 01.00 AM
Swap Baltic breezes for Mediterranean vibes at this sultry summer soirée in central Tallinn. Sip your way through five premium olive oils, paired with Italian bites and a zesty cocktail starring Gin Queens and olive oil (yes, really). Olive oil expert Merily Peterson, trained in Italy, will guide your taste buds through the essentials of liquid gold.
Add live tunes from Italian crooner Maurizio D’Agapito and an all-out Italo Disco dance party, and you’ve got la dolce vita – Tallinn style.
Medieval Historical Tour
Viru Väravad, Viru 23, Tallinn
Friday, 11 July from 2.00 PM
Dig deeper into the city’s medieval soul with the “Churches, Monasteries and Religious Life in Medieval Reval” tour – a fascinating English-language walk led by the charismatic lady Aliis Hazelhurst Palo. Kicking off at the Viru Gates, this journey through Old Town explores the spiritual side of Reval, from monastic life and church traditions to the birth of bookmaking and the chronicles that captured the city’s early stories. A must for history buffs with a curious mind.
The event is free but requires pre-registration.
Pop Art guided Tour at PoCo
PoCo Museum, Rotermanni 2, Tallinn
Wednesday, 9 July from 5.30 PM to 7.00 PM
Ready for your close-up? Step into Tallinn’s PoCo – the Pop Culture Museum – for a guided tour that’s part backstage pass, part nostalgia trip. Led by a high-energy guide, you’ll dive into the stories behind era-defining art, music icons, cult films and viral digital moments. Get hands-on with interactive exhibits, strike a pose for selfies and discover how pop legends made their mark. It’s fun, fast-paced and a hit with all ages.
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