Retrobest Festival 2026 in Otepää: the summer’s most legendary retro party takes place by Pühajärve
Retrobest Festival 2026 brings a great retro music party to Otepää
On 26 and 27 2026, Retrobest Festival 2026 will take place in Otepää, on Pühajärve beach and in the park — one of the most anticipated music events of the summer in Estonia.
The festival carries the message “The Most Legendary Party!” and promises to bring a true journey through the music of the 80s, 90s and 2000s to the shores of Pühajärve. Over two days, the stage will host international stars, eurodance legends, beloved Estonian artists and artists whose hits have accompanied several generations.
Retrobest is not just a concert. It is a great summer experience that brings together music, nostalgia, costumes, dancing, friends and the beautiful nature of Pühajärve.
When and where does Retrobest Festival take place?
Dates: 26–27 June 2026
Location: Pühajärve rand ja park, Otepää
Address: Ranna tee 3, Otepää
Format: two-day outdoor festival
Gates open: 26 and 27 June at 17:00–02:00
Beach stage: open from 13:00 on 27 June
The festival takes place in southern Estonia, in Otepää, on the shore of Pühajärve. This gives the event a special summer atmosphere: during the day, visitors can enjoy the lakeside ambience, while evenings bring major concerts and a retro party across two stages.
Retrobest Festival 2026 artists
The Retrobest 2026 programme is exceptionally diverse. Spice Girls-era pop, Modern Talking’s golden hits, 90s eurodance, 2000s club music and Estonian music classics will come together on stage.
Melanie C
On 27 June, the main stage will feature Melanie C, an original member of Spice Girls, known around the world as Sporty Spice. Her career as a member of Spice Girls and as a solo artist has made her one of the most influential pop icons of the 90s. At Retrobest, Melanie C will perform with a live band and bring her greatest hits and signature girl-power energy to the stage.
Dieter Bohlen
The headliner on 26 June is Dieter Bohlen — the legend of Modern Talking and Blue System, singer, producer and songwriter. His show The Spirit of Modern Talking & Blue System brings the era-defining hits to the audience, including You’re My Heart, You’re My Soul, Cheri Cheri Lady, Brother Louie and many others.
Eagle-Eye Cherry
On 27 June, the main stage will feature Eagle-Eye Cherry, a Swedish-American artist whose world-famous hit Save Tonight is one of the most recognisable songs of the 90s. His repertoire also includes the songs Falling in Love Again, Are You Still Having Fun? and Long Way Around.
E-Type
On 26 June, the main stage will welcome E-Type, one of the best-known names in 90s dance music. His hits Life, Set the World on Fire, Angels Crying and Here I Go Again are songs that instantly kick off a huge retro dance party.
Safri Duo
The festival will be opened on 26 June by Safri Duo. The Danish percussion duo is known for the hits Played-A-Live (The Bongo Song), Samb-Adagio, Baya Baya and Rise (Leave Me Alone). Their energy makes them the perfect opening act for the festival.
Günther
On 26 June, the beach stage will feature Günther, a cult figure in eurodance and humour. His best-known songs are Ding Dong Song, Touch Me and Teeny Weeny String Bikini. Expect glamour, irony and the unmistakable energy of a pleasureman on stage.
Masterboy and Beatrix Delgado
On 26 June, the beach stage will feature Masterboy and Beatrix Delgado, one of the most influential eurodance acts of the 90s. The audience will experience authentic 90s party energy and songs such as Feel the Heat of the Night and Generation of Love.
Double You
On 27 June, Italian eurodance legend Double You will perform on the beach stage. Their megahit Please Don’t Go topped the charts in more than 40 countries. The set will also include We All Need Love, Run to Me, Part-Time Lover, Dancing With an Angel and other hits.
Basic Element
On 26 June, Swedish eurodance project Basic Element will take the beach stage. Their best-known songs include The Ride, Touch You Right Now, This Must Be a Dream and Feelings.
Da Hool
On 26 June, Da Hool will transform the Retrobest beach stage into a true club arena. His hit Meet Her at the Love Parade is one of the symbols of electronic dance music from the 90s and 2000s. Other tracks include Bora Bora, Love Parade 2000 and Wankers on Duty.
Ian Van Dahl
The programme also features Ian Van Dahl, a trance and dance star of the 2000s, whose best-known songs include Castles in the Sky, Reason, Will I? and Try.
Estonian artists
Retrobest 2026 will also feature several beloved Estonian artists and bands:
Smilers
2 Quick Start
Justament
Caater
Nancy live band
Anne Veski
Koit ja Maarja
According to the organisers, this is not yet the final line-up — more surprises are still to come.
Retrobest Festival 2026 programme
The festival takes place on two stages: the main stage and the beach stage.
Friday, 26 June
17:00 — gates open, Otepää, Pühajärve
18:00 — festival opening concert: Safri Duo “Played a Live!” — main stage
19:15 — Koit and Maarja — main stage
20:00 — Basic Element — beach stage
20:30 — 2 Quick Start — main stage
21:50 — Günther — beach stage
22:15 — E-Type — main stage
23:15 — Masterboy and Beatrix Delgado — beach stage
23:45 — Dieter Bohlen — The Spirit of Modern Talking & Blue System — main stage
00:00 — Da Hool — beach stage
01:20 — Caater “30th Anniversary Show” — main stage
Friday's programme is a strong start to the entire festival: Safri Duo's drumming energy, E-Type's dance hits, Dieter Bohlen's superstar show and Caater's anniversary concert make for an evening designed for true fans of retro music.
Saturday, 27 June
13:00 — gates open to the beach stage
14:00 — Justament, beach concert — beach stage
17:00 — gates open
18:30 — Nancy live band — main stage
20:00 — Anne Veski — main stage
21:30 — Eagle-Eye Cherry — main stage
22:00 — Double You — beach stage
23:00 — Melanie C — main stage
00:30 — Smilers “Final Party” — main stage
Saturday's programme combines international stars with major names in Estonian music. Melanie C's performance will undoubtedly be one of the festival's highlights, while Smilers will bring the party to a close with a major finale concert.
Tickets for Retrobest Festival
The organisers have announced that ticket prices will rise soon. Several ticket types are currently available.
Festival pass — 75 €
The two-day festival pass allows you to enjoy the entire festival and includes re-entry on both days.
Pass + campsite — 90 €
This ticket includes re-entry on both festival days and access to the festival campsite.
VIP pass — 249 €
The VIP pass provides access to a comfortable and exclusive two-storey area by both the main stage and the beach stage. The VIP area has a bar and a separate guest area for visitors. Places are limited.
Day ticket — 55 €
The day ticket is valid for one-time entry on the day indicated on the ticket.
Child pass — 30 €
The child pass is intended for children and young people aged 12–17 and allows multiple entries on both festival days. Child tickets are only available as advance tickets.
Campsite at Retrobest
The festival has a 24/7 guarded campsite located in the immediate vicinity of the festival grounds. The campsite is open to all festival visitors who wish to stay overnight near the festival.
Campsite opening time: 26 June at 13:00
Campsite closing time: 28 June at 14:00
You must bring your own tent and bedding for your stay. There is a café at the campsite offering coffee drinks, soup and pastries. The café is also open to those not staying at the campsite. Mobile phone charging is also available.
A separate campsite ticket costs 25 € and provides unlimited re-entry to the campsite throughout the festival. Tickets are also sold at the campsite entrance, subject to availability.
Quiet hours at the campsite are from 23:00–07:00. Grilling is permitted only on so-called UFO grills, and open fires are prohibited. Portable party-box speakers, pets, and items and substances prohibited due to safety requirements are not allowed.
Tents for a maximum of 4 people are allowed. Shelters and oversized tents cost 45 € per tent.
Campervans and caravans
The motorhome and caravan car park is located in the Pühajärve tee car park.
Car park open: 26 June at 13:00 – 28 June at 12:00
Campervan or caravan ticket: 40 €
The maximum allocated width for one motorhome or caravan and accompanying vehicle is 5 metres. Advance reservations and holding spaces are not available—spaces are sold on-site on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please note that there is no electricity or water in the camper van parking area. The organisers recommend using the corresponding services offered by hotels if necessary.
Quiet hours for car park visitors are from 02:00–07:00. Playing loud music from a motorhome or caravan is prohibited.
Festival grounds rules and practical information
The usual safety and public order requirements apply at Retrobest Festival. Visitors must keep the area within a radius of at least 2 metres around their tent, car, motorhome or caravan clean.
Open fires are prohibited. Barbecuing is only permitted with a suitable small grill. Pets, portable party-box speakers, and other items or substances prohibited for safety reasons are not allowed in the campsite or parking area.
Visitors can use a breathalyzer at the campsite for a fee.
Why go to Retrobest Festival?
Retrobest Festival 2026 is not an ordinary concert, but a two-day musical journey through time. It is an opportunity to hear live performances by artists whose songs have been played on the radio, in clubs, at parties and in people's memories for decades.
The festival brings together 80s pop, 90s eurodance, 2000s club music, and beloved Estonian artists. The natural beauty of Pühajärve, the summer evening, the costumes, and the large audience create an atmosphere that cannot be experienced at an ordinary concert.
Retrobest is ideal for those who want to dance, reminisce, discover, enjoy the summer and experience one of Estonia’s most colourful music festivals.
Who is Retrobest Festival suitable for?
Retrobest Festival is suitable for:
for fans of retro music;
For fans of hits from the 80s, 90s and 2000s;
for listeners of eurodance and pop music;
for fans of Melanie C, Dieter Bohlen, E-Type, Safri Duo and Eagle-Eye Cherry;
for groups of friends;
for families with teenagers;
people planning a summer trip to Southern Estonia;
for everyone looking for a large and lively summer event in Estonia.
Retrobest Festival 2026 at a glance
Sündmus: Retrobest Festival 2026
Kuupäevad: 26–27 June 2026
Asukoht: Pühajärve rand ja park, Otepää
Aadress: Ranna tee 3, Otepää
Väravad: 17:00–02:00, 27 June rannalava alates 13:00
Artistid: Melanie C, Dieter Bohlen, Eagle-Eye Cherry, E-Type, Safri Duo, Günther, Masterboy and Beatrix Delgado, Double You, Basic Element, Da Hool, Ian Van Dahl, Smilers, 2 Quick Start, Justament, Caater, Nancy live band, Anne Veski, Koit ja Maarja
Piletid: päevapilet alates 55 €, festivalipass alates 75 €
Telklaager: 26 June 13:00 – 28. juuni 14:00
Matkaautode parkla: 26 June 13:00 – 28. juuni 12:00
Retrobest Festival 2026 promises to be one of the summer's most memorable events. On the shores of Pühajärve, legends, hits, dancing, nostalgia and summer festival fun come together—exactly as befits a truly legendary party.
More information and tickets: https://retrobest.ee/
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