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From August 1 to 11, the Birgitta Festival will present a diverse program, featuring breathtaking emotions, unique and premiere performances, and captivating artists.

Tõnu Kaljuste has been awarded the title of Honorary Conductor of Tallinn, recognizing his long-term dedication to music. The award was presented yesterday, August 11, at the closing concert of the Birgitta Festival.

On Friday, August 30, starting at 18:00, the streets of Tallinn will come alive with the vibrant "Kultuuriöö (Culture Night)" festival, themed "Ääretud silmapiirid (Boundless Horizons)" this year. Now in its eighth year, the festival highlights cultural forms from the periphery and brings to the stage young and lesser-known cultural creators. The event will feature music, art, film, performances, exhibitions, movement, discussions, and various workshops.

UNESCO City of Music Tallinn will commemorate Estonia’s Restoration of Independence Day with a traditional concert at Harjumägi’s 20th of August Square. The concert will take place on Tuesday, August 20, at 14:00 and is free for all. Mayor Jevgeni Ossinovski will greet fellow citizens on this festive day.

On Sunday, September 15, the Pikk Street Festival will take place in Tallinn's Old Town, bringing together residents and visitors from Estonia and abroad. The festival offers a range of activities and will open the doors to courtyards that are usually closed to the public.

On Sunday, September 15, the first-ever Pikk Street Festival took place in Tallinn’s Old Town, drawing locals and visitors from both near and far.

From September 19 to 21, the Kadriorg Park will host the 17th edition of the "Wandering Lights" festival, this year themed "The Power of Light." The festival brings enchanting light displays, music, and performances into the autumn evenings.

As part of its upcoming title year as the European Capital of Sport, Tallinn is marking World Car-Free Day on September 22 with a strong focus on sports.

The Tallinn City Government has passed a decision to begin drafting a development document focused on the city's nightlife titled "24-Hour Tallinn 2035."

From July 1-5, a high-level conference of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network is taking place in Braga, Portugal, focusing on the importance of creativity in sustainable urban development. At the conference, the UNESCO Creative Cities Manifesto was signed, emphasizing the central role of culture in the sustainable development of cities.