Tallinna Vanalinna Päevad (Tallinn Old Town Days) is the Estonian capital’s largest and oldest cultural festival, held each early summer to celebrate the charm and heritage of Tallinn’s UNESCO-listed medieval Old Town. For several days, the cobblestone streets come alive with open-air concerts, street theater, art exhibitions, and folk performances, while locals dress in medieval costumes and artisans showcase traditional crafts. The event highlights the vibrant blend of history, community, and creativity that defines Tallinn, offering visitors an authentic experience of the city’s living medieval spirit.
DATES & TIMES
• Festival dates (2026): Friday, June 5–Sunday, June 7, 2026. Official festival site · Visit Estonia listing.
• Exact event-by-event times are published in the official annual program; use the organizer’s program hub for updates. Official program hub.
LOCATION
• Tallinn Old Town, Tallinn, Estonia. Open in Google Maps.
• Core festival area listed by Visit Estonia: Raekoja plats (Town Hall Square), Kesklinna linnaosa, Tallinn. Open in Google Maps · Location listing.
• The City of Tallinn states that programming can take place across streets, squares, courtyards, and other public areas in the Old Town. City of Tallinn (official).
TICKETS & ENTRY
• Visit Estonia describes the festival as a multi-day public event with various free music, theater, art, and sports programs. Visit Estonia listing · Official tourism listing.
• Some partner venues or individual indoor events may set their own admission terms; confirm event-specific details in the official program. Official program hub.
GOOD TO KNOW
• The organizer recommends arriving by public transportation; if coming by car, use nearby parking facilities outside the festival core. Festival FAQ · City parking info.
• Temporary parking restrictions and traffic changes are published on the festival site. Festival site.
• The festival FAQ states that well-behaved dogs and cats are allowed. Festival FAQ.