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Tallinn to host the world’s largest sports event for children
From 4–7 August, Tallinn will host the 57th International Children’s Games (ICG) – the world’s largest multi-sport event for 12–15-year-olds, officially recognised by the International Olympic Committee. The competition brings together city delegations from across the globe.
38 school stadiums opened for public use this summer
Starting from June 13 until August 30, Tallinn will open 38 municipal school stadiums for free public use. The official Launch will take place on June 13 at noon at the Kristiine Spordimaja's outdoor field, with a concert by Clicherik & Mäx and OLLIE in the evening at the Pelgulinna School stadium.
Tallinn children learn to reduce waste and reuse items
Over the past two years, a comprehensive environmental education program has been conducted in Tallinn’s kindergartens and schools, teaching children to reduce waste and reuse items. The program involved 125 kindergartens and 55 schools, and activities were also held at public events, engaging approximately 31,300 children in total.
42 school stadiums and sports fields open for public use this summer
From June 13 to August 30, Tallinn is opening 38 school stadiums and four sports fields for free public use. Sports equipment boxes, containing items like balls, will be available for borrowing on-site.
Tallinn’s European Capital of Sport year budget focuses on expanding sports opportunities
The 2025 city budget prioritizes promoting active lifestyles among Tallinners and developing sports infrastructure, with a total allocation of €36.4 million for operating and investment costs in the sports and physical activity sector.
Tallinn invests in major cultural projects and prioritizes accessibility to cultural events
Among Tallinn’s most significant investments in the 2025 city budget is the completion of the Tallinn City Theatre complex on Lai Street. At the same time, work will begin on designing the city's next major cultural project—the Tallinn Open Collections Facility. A total of €56.5 million has been allocated for operating expenses and investments in the cultural sector.
Buildings lit up in orange draw attention to the issue of violence against women
The City of Tallinn has joined the President Kaljulaid Foundation’s campaign to raise awareness about the severity of domestic violence and work together to improve the situation. Today, on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, several buildings across Tallinn have been lit in orange, symbolizing collective efforts to create a violence-free future.
Estonian Song Festival’s sustainable event management story selected for prestigious Green Destinations Top 100 list
Each year, the world’s largest network of destinations committed to sustainability, Green Destinations, highlights inspiring examples from across the globe by publishing its Top 100 stories list. This year, Tallinn’s story, “From the Singing Revolution to The Anti-Waste Revolution: How We Cleaned Up Our Nation’s Backbone Event”, was selected for this prestigious list.
European Capital of Sport Tallinn 2025 focused on creating lasting impact
Tallinn, as the European Capital of Sport 2025, aims to generate positive and lasting value throughout its title year, encouraging residents to be more active and lead healthier lives.