On Sunday, 14 September, the Pikk Street community festival will take place in the Old Town, bringing concerts, performances, and workshops into the urban space. Visitors can explore a flea market, discover many closed courtyards, and in the evening, a long dining table will be set up in the heart of the Old Town.
The Tallinn Transport Department, in cooperation with the Integration Foundation, has launched the campaign “Learn Estonian on the go!”, bringing language learning into everyday travel. For just over a month, simple language tips and illustrations will be displayed on public transport and at stops.
The City of Tallinn and Nordlin Ehitus OÜ signed a contract today to begin the extensive renovation of Kadriorg Stadium. The work will include upgrades to the main stadium arena, the football training arena, and the stadium’s technical infrastructure.
According to a draft resolution of the Tallinn City Council, an agreement of good intentions between the City of Tallinn and the Estonian Basketball Association will be approved to host a group stage of the 2029 European Basketball Championship.
The Tallinn City Government has submitted a draft decision to the City Council to establish the Astangu-Mäeküla local nature reserve. The planned reserve in the Haabersti district will cover nearly 158 hectares.
A total of 11 political parties, three electoral alliances, and 13 independent candidates have submitted their registration documents for the upcoming Tallinn City Council elections. In total, 1,125 candidates are competing for seats in the new City Council, which will be elected on 19 October. Candidate numbers will be assigned by a draw this Friday.
On the evening of 7 September, the high-speed catamaran Vegtind serving the Aegna line ran aground near Kalaranna, reportedly due to a technical malfunction. Until the end of the season, the line will be served by the replacement vessel Strande.