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Tallinn Fringe Festival 2026 Opens Call for Artists Around the World

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The Tallinn Fringe Festival has officially announced its open call for artists, inviting bold, independent, and genre-defying creators to become part of one of Estonia’s most vibrant art and culture events. Open to both Estonian and international participants, the festival welcomes proposals from musicians, composers, theatre-makers, performance artists, stand-up comedians, circus crews, and interdisciplinary projects. […]

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16th Winter Folk Dance Day in Tartu. (Photo: Mana Kaasik)

Tartu’s Enchanting Winter Folk Dance Ignites Europe’s Soul

The vibrant spirit of Estonian folk culture has once again taken center stage as Tartu hosted its 16th Winter Folk Dance Day, a cherished tradition that continues to travel and inspire audiences across Europe. This year’s event, celebrated with heartfelt dances and music, highlights Estonia’s enduring contribution to the continent’s cultural tapestry. Source: err.ee As

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Üle Heli Festival – When You Don’t Know What’s Going On Anymore

We are used to listening to music which serves our expectations. You know exactly what you will get by going to a rock concert or visiting a chamber hall – the music industry offers you a product that ticks all the checkboxes, be that an AC/DC cover band or the seven-thousandth recital of Vivaldi’s Four

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Estonian Artist Kristjan Kannukene Talks about Improvisation and HETKfEST

When I sat down with Estonian intermedia artist Kristjan Kannukene, I knew this conversation would be something special. Kristjan is not only the head of HETKfEST, a young but already vital festival for improvised arts in Estonia, but also a musician whose work bridges sound installations, improvisation, and academic research. Currently pursuing his doctoral studies

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