Events in Estonia 23–25 January 2026 – a comprehensive overview
The third weekend of January is surprisingly eventful. At the same time, Estonia is hosting major festivals, theatre performances in Russian and Estonian, a LEGO® art exhibition in Tallinn, family-friendly workshops, sound journeys, a hackathon in Pärnu, and a bus trip to Vilnius Light Festival.
In this article, you’ll find almost 40 events during 23–25 January 2026. Each event includes:
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city or region
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date / time
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language (Estonian, Russian, English or mainly visual/music)
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who it is suitable for (children, the whole family, adults)
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working link to official information or ticket sales
This makes the article a practical “events guide” that helps you quickly put together a plan for the whole weekend.
Tallinn and Harjumaa: exhibitions, children, Russian theatre and music
Exhibitions and museums in Tallinn
1. International bookbinding art exhibition “Köidetud mõttemaastikud / Bound Thoughtscapes”
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Where: TalTechi raamatukogu klaasgalerii, Akadeemia tee 1, Tallinn
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When: 23.–25.01 (open during library opening hours)
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Language: Estonian / English (explanations), the art is visual
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For whom: adults, art enthusiasts, a relaxed family visit
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Information: Eesti Köitekunstnike Ühendus – exhibition page
2. Art Of The Brick – LEGO® art exhibition
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Where: Telliskivi M-hoone, Tallinn
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When: throughout January, including 23–25.01
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Language: visual; information boards in Estonian and English
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For whom: children, families, LEGO fans
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Information and tickets: aotb.ee – Tallinn
3. Exhibition “Neandertallase ilukabinet”
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Where: Eesti Tarbekunsti- ja Disainimuuseum, Lai 17, Tallinn
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When: the exhibition is open until 22.02.2026, including 23–25.01
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Language: Estonian / English
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For whom: adults and older youths
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Information: etdm.ee – “Neandertallase ilukabinet”
4. Exhibition “Sports Capital”
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Where: Fotomuuseumi Salatrepi galerii, Raekoja 6, Tallinn
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When: until 25.01.2026 – 23.–25.01 are the final days to visit the exhibition
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Language: Estonian (texts), the photographs are expressive even without words
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For whom: sports enthusiasts, families
5. Eesti Jalgpallimuuseum at A. Le Coq Arena
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Where: A. Le Coq Arena, Jalgpalli 21, Tallinn
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When: 23.–25.01, according to opening hours
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Language: Estonian / English
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For whom: for children, young people and football fans
6. Lastemuuseum Miiamilla – museum ticket
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Where: Lastemuuseum Miiamilla, Kadriorg
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When: 23.–25.01, how many times a day
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Language: Estonian (simple language for children, lots of playful visuals)
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For whom: children aged 3–10 and families
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Information: linnamuuseum.ee – Miiamilla
7. Ghost hunt in Tallinn Old Town
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Where: Tallinn Old Town (self-guided route using a mobile device)
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When: 23.–25.01, flexible start time
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Language: Estonian; the playful format is also suitable for speakers of other languages
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For whom: families, young people, groups of friends
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Information: huvi.tallinn.ee – “Ghost Hunt”
Children’s and family programs in Tallinn
8. Backwards play morning
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Where: Feya Stuudio, Nõmme tee 50, Tallinn
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When: Sun 25.01, 10:00–13:00
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Language: Estonian
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For whom: children and parents
9. Masterclasses in silk painting and creating exclusive accessories
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Where: Marati 5a, Tallinn
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When: 23.–25.01, at 10:00–20:00
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Language: Estonian (partly also Russian/English)
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For whom: adults and creative young people
10. Montessori playtime at Montessori perekeskus
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Where: Montessori perekeskus, Tallinn
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When: 23.–25.01, several times a day
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Language: Estonian; the environment is also well suited to children who speak other languages
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For whom: children aged 0–6 and families
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Information: huvi.tallinn.ee – “Playtime at the Montessori Family Centre”
Science, movement and sound journeys
11. Rakett69 at PROTO avastustehas
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Where: PROTO avastustehas, Noblessner, Tallinn
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When: 24.–26.01 (24.–25.01 on the weekend)
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Language: Estonian; the scientific experiments are highly visual
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Who it is for: schoolchildren, families, and technology and science enthusiasts
12. Artistic roller skating training sessions
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Where: sports halls and gyms in Tallinn
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When: 24.–25.01, according to the training schedule
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Language: Estonian
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For whom: children and young people who want to try artistic roller skating
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Info: search the websites of Tallinn hobby centres and clubs using the keyword “artistic roller skating”
13. Journey through the sounds of unity: balancing the masculine and feminine through gong and violin
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Where: Kalaranna 8/11, Tallinn
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When: Fri 23.01, 20:00–22:00
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Language: Estonian / English; music and sound predominate
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Who it is for: adults and those interested in meditation and sound healing
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Info: helid.ee – events
Russian-language and multilingual theatres in Tallinn
14. “The Wonderful Journey of the Whale and the Snail” – Vene nukuteater
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Where: Mere Kultuurikeskus, Tallinn
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When:
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R 23.01 at 18:00
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L 24.01 at 11:00
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P 25.01 at 12:00
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Language: Russian
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For whom: children and families
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Info: search Piletilevi/Piletimaailm for the keyword “Прекрасное путешествие Кита и Улитки” (Mere Kultuurikeskus)
15. “At the Pike's Behest / По щучьему велению” – Vene Noorsooteater
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Where: Vene Noorsooteater, Kalevipoja 10, Tallinn
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When: Sat 24.01 at 11:00–12:00
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Language: Russian
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For whom: children and families
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Info: Piletilevi – “At the Pike's Behest / По щучьему велению”
16. “To Beat or Not to Beat? / Бить или не бить?” – Südalinna Teater
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Where: Südalinna Teater, Vabaduse väljak 5, Tallinn
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When:
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R 23.01 at 19:00
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L 24.01 at 18:00
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Language: Russian (information in Estonian on the website)
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For whom: adults (14+)
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Info: Piletilevi – “To Hit or Not to Hit? / Бить или не бить?”
17. “The Theatre Man / Лицедей” – Alexander Ivaškevitš
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Where: Südalinna Teater, Tallinn
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When: Sat 24.01 evening performance
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Language: Russian, with Estonian subtitles
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For whom: adults who love psychological theatre
18. “Short Encounters at the Theatre / Короткие встречи в театре”
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Where: Südalinna Teater, small stage RING
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When: Sat 24.01 at 19:00
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Language: Russian
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For whom: adults, Russian-speaking theatre audiences
19. Guided tour of the theatre building (in Russian)
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Where: Südalinna Teater, Tallinn
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When: Sun 25.01 at 15:30
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Language: Russian
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For whom: Russian-speaking theatre enthusiasts, adults and young people
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Info: Südalinna Teater website / Piletilevi (search for “Tour of the theatre building (in Russian)”)
Music and special programme in Harju County
20. MustonenFest – Arvo Pärt's music at Arvo Pärdi Keskus
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Where: Arvo Pärdi Keskus, Laulasmaa, Harjumaa
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When: Fri 23.01 at 19:00
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Language: music, introduction in Estonian/English
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For whom: adults, classical music enthusiasts
21. Andrus Vaarik “Life Is the Best Entertainment”
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Where: Kiiu Kõrts, Kuusalu vald, Harjumaa
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When: Sat 24.01
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Language: Estonian
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For whom: adults
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Information: Piletitasku – Andrus Vaarik Kiiul
22. Farewell to KuKu klubi + band Kosmikud
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Where: Kinomaja, Uus 3, Tallinn
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When: Fri 23.01 evening
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Language: Estonian; music and humour
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For whom: adults
Tartu and Southern Estonia: art, theatre and hikes
23rd Tartu Annual Art Exhibition
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Where: Tartu Kunstimaja
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When: until 25.01; 23.–25.01 are the final visiting days
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Language: visual; texts in Estonian
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For whom: adults, art enthusiasts
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Information: Kultuuriaken – “Tartu kunsti aastanäitus”
24th Tartu Ülikooli Winter University 2026
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Where: Tartu and online platforms
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When: starts 23.01, the programme continues later as well
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Language: Estonian (some courses in English)
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For whom: adults, university students, and those interested in self-development
25. Vanemuise ballet “Contrasts”
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Where: Teater Vanemuine, main building, Tartu
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When: Sat 24.01 at 19:00
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Language: wordless dance
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For whom: adults and young people
26. Children’s play “Marta and Miisu”
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Where: Sadamateater, Tartu
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When: Sun 25.01 at 12:00
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Language: Estonian
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For whom: children and families
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Info: Vanemuine repertoire, keyword “Marta ja Miisu”
27. Comedy “ARMASTUSE ANKEET”
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Where: Sündmuskeskus ZAAL, Aardla 25e, Tartu
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When: Sat 24.01, 19:00–21:30
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Language: Estonian
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For whom: adults
28. Arvo Pärt's music at Tartu Pauluse kirik
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Where: Pauluse kirik, Tartu
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When: Sun 25.01, 17:00–19:00
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Language: music; introduction in Estonian
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For whom: adults and classical music enthusiasts
29. Workshop “Parandame pärimust”
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Where: Emajõe-Suursoo keskus, Luunja Parish, Tartu County
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When: Sun 25.01, 12:00–15:00
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Language: Estonian
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For whom: adults and young people who enjoy repairing and reusing
30. Sound journey with shamanic drums and singing bowls
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Where: Männihaldja majake, Elva
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When: Sun 25.01, 17:00–19:00
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Language: Estonian (little speech, main emphasis on sound)
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For whom: adults
31. Liisi Jääts's curator's tour of the ERM exhibition “Meie rõiva värvid”
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Where: Eesti Rahva Muuseum, Tartu
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When: Sun 25.01, 13:00–14:00
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Language: Estonian
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For whom: adults, students, and fashion and folk costume enthusiasts
Pärnu and Western Estonia: hackathon, music and family mornings
32. Pärnu HÄKK 2026 – 48-hour hackathon
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Where: Hestia Hotel Strand, Pärnu
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When: 23.–25.01, 48 hours in a row
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Language: Estonian / English
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For whom: adults, students, and the start-up and developer community
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Information: forwardspace.ee – Pärnu HÄKK
33. Concert “Songs of Edith Piaf” at Villa Ammende
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Where: Villa Ammende, Pärnu
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When: Fri 23.01 at 18:00
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Language: songs in French, spoken text in Estonian
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For whom: adults
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Info: ammende.ee – events
34. Pärnu Music Quiz 204
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Where: Kultuuribaar VOLK, Ringi 1, Pärnu
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When: Fri 23.01, 19:00–21:30
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Language: Estonian
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For whom: adults and groups of friends
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Information: tanaparnus.ee – music quiz
35. DJ Erko Käärats at MUM Café
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Where: MUM Cafe, Lai 11, Pärnu
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When: Fri 23.01, 20:00–23:59
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Language: music (international pop/house)
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For whom: adults
36th Concert performance “ITALIAN & ESTONIAN”
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Where: Nooruse Maja, Pärnu
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When: Sat 24.01, 19:00–21:00
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Language: Estonian / Italian
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For whom: adults
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Information: eventoloco.com – “ITALIAN & ESTONIAN”
37th Pärnu Nüüdismuusika Päevad 2026
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Where: various halls in Pärnu
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When: festival 17.–25.01, including concerts 23.–25.01
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Language: music; introductions in Estonian and English
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For whom: contemporary music enthusiasts
38. Cat Gustav’s children’s morning + girls’ football day
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Where:
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children’s morning at Rahva Raamat (Port Artur, Pärnu)
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girls’ football day at Pärnu football hall
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When: Sun 25.01 (see the calendar for the exact time)
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Language: Estonian
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For whom: children and families
Elsewhere in Estonia: Narva, Viljandi, Jõgeva, Tapa, and a trip to the Vilnius Light Festival
39th Virumaa Music Schools’ Winter Music Day 2026 “Winter Day at the Town Hall”
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Where: Narva Raekoja saal
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When: Fri 23.01
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Language: Estonian / Russian (depending on the performers)
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For whom: families, music school students, and classical music enthusiasts
40th Lõõtspillikursus – meeting in Viljandi
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Where: Pärimusmuusika Ait, Viljandi
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When: Sun 25.01, from noon
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Language: Estonian
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For whom: adult and young accordion players
41. Jõgeva Dancestar
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Where: Jõgeva (dance event with Shaté dance school)
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When: 23.–25.01
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Language: music and dance; language is rather secondary
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For whom: young dancers, young people and supporters
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Information: Shaté tantsukool – event calendar
42. Comedy film “Perfect Strangers”
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Where: Tapa Kultuurikoda, Tapa
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When: Fri 23.01, screenings at 16:00 and 19:00
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Language: original in Italian, with Estonian subtitles
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For whom: adults
43. Trip to the Vilnius Light Festival
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From: Viljandi → Tartu → Valga → Vilnius (bus trip)
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When: 23.–25.01
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Language: travel information in Estonian; Lithuanian- and English-speaking environment on site
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For whom: adults and families with teenagers
Summary: how to choose events that suit you?
This list brings together events in Estonia from 23 to 25 January 2026 in one place to make planning your weekend as easy as possible.
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If you are looking for family events and children's programmes, start with the Tallinn section (Miiamilla, Montessori, Russian-language children's performances, play mornings) and the Pärnu children's morning events.
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If language is important to you, use the keywords: Russian-language theatre evenings and tours are listed under Südalinna Teater and Vene Noorsooteater; Estonian-language culture can be found everywhere, from Tartu and Pärnu to Narva and Viljandi.
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If you are primarily drawn to music and festivals, check out MustonenFest, Pärnu Nüüdismuusika Päevad, Arvo Pärt concerts, and Virumaa Talvemuusikapäev.
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If you would prefer an active or creative weekend, suitable options include Pärnu HÄKK, Rakett69 PROTOs, silk painting and acrylic painting workshops, sound journeys, and a trip to the Vilnius Light Festival.
Choose a suitable city, language, and target group, click the links that interest you, and put together a January weekend that is just right for your family or group of friends.
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