Additional programme
THURSDAY, July 24
SÕPRADE HOOVLossi 6
THU 13.00–23.00
The historical õlleõu (beer yard) has morphed into Sõprade Hoov (friends’ yard), where good friends and musicians meet. Come and experience this delightful old-time village buzz. Entry is free.
Read more HERE.
Karmoškateek (Garmonteque)
Next to the Viljandimaa freedom monument (Freedom square)
THU 24.07 at 16.00–23.00
Karmoškateek (garmonteque) is a meeting place for everyone who has caught the garmon bug, where they can enjoy playing music together. Here the instruments will only rest in the late hours of the night, only to start anew in the morning!
The schedule for workshops and joint performances will be revealed on site.
Read more HERE.
Dance House
Traditional Music Centre
THU at 00.00–04.00
The Dance House starts at midnight and is full of vibrant, energetic music, guaranteed to get everyone dancing! From Thursday to Saturday, various wonderful folk musicians take the stage and play dance music for four hours. Come and dance!
Artists playing at the Dance House: Soveldaja pillirühm, Sillerdajad, Liina-Mai & Jakob, Alamakstud Härrad, Natali & Aneta, Jaan Sarv, Duo Jõnks, Kargutajad, Riko Misnik, Katariina Tirmaste, Duo Kentsakad, Estpipes Trio.The Green Stage
Johan Laidoner square
THU at 15.00–23.00
The Green Stage of XXXII Viljandi Folk Music Festival is located in the heart of the Old Town Area. This cosy concert stage offers a varied and captivating selection of traditional music every day.
Read more HERE.
FIRDAY, July 25
KARMOŠKATEEK (Garmonteque)
Next to the Viljandimaa freedom monument (Freedom square)
THU 25.07 at 11.00–23.00Karmoškateek (garmonteque) is a meeting place for everyone who has caught the garmon bug, where they can enjoy playing music together. Here the instruments will only rest in the late hours of the night, only to start anew in the morning!
The schedule for workshops and joint performances will be revealed on site.
Read more HERE.
SÕPRADE HOOV
Lossi 6
FRI at 13.00–23.00
The historical õlleõu (beer yard) has morphed into Sõprade Hoov (friends’ yard), where good friends and musicians meet. Come and experience this delightful old-time village buzz. Entry is free.
Read more HERE.
SPORTING EVENTS
Lake Viljandi beach
FRI 25.07 at 15.00 Folk petanque aka petanque tournament for pairs.
Read more HERE.
SUNSET SPRING HIKE
in front of the Kondas Centre
FRI 25.07 at 20.00
The hike is guided by the man of nature Peep Tobreluts.
Read more HERE.
Dance House
Traditional Music Centre
FRI at 00.00–04.00
The Dance House starts at midnight and is full of vibrant, energetic music, guaranteed to get everyone dancing! From Thursday to Saturday, various wonderful folk musicians take the stage and play dance music for four hours. Come and dance!
Artists playing at the Dance House: Soveldaja pillirühm, Sillerdajad, Liina-Mai & Jakob, Alamakstud Härrad, Natali & Aneta, Jaan Sarv, Duo Jõnks, Kargutajad, Riko Misnik, Katariina Tirmaste, Duo Kentsakad, Estpipes Trio.
MIDNIGHT HIKE
starts in front of the Kondas Centre
SAT 26.07 at 01.00 (on the second festival night after the Friday programme has ended)
Read more HERE.
The Green Stage
FRI at 13.00–23.00
The Green Stage of XXXII Viljandi Folk Music Festival is located in the heart of the Old Town Area. This cosy concert stage offers a varied and captivating selection of traditional music every day.
Read more HERE.
Museum courtyard
FRI 25.07
Viljandi Museum courtyard, Lossi 14
In the courtyard of the Viljandi Museum, exciting activities await folk festival-goers of all ages on two festival days: pop-up exhibitions, attractions, crafting, workshops, fascinating presentations. Museums from all over Estonia will be present. Come and explore!
SATURDAY, July 26
KARMOŠKATEEK (Garmonteque)
Next to the Viljandimaa freedom monument (Freedom square)
SAT 26.07 at 11.00–23.00Karmoškateek (garmonteque) is a meeting place for everyone who has caught the garmon bug, where they can enjoy playing music together. Here the instruments will only rest in the late hours of the night, only to start anew in the morning!
The schedule for workshops and joint performances will be revealed on site.
Read more HERE.
SÕPRADE HOOV
Lossi 6
SAT at 13.00–23.00
The historical õlleõu (beer yard) has morphed into Sõprade Hoov (friends’ yard), where good friends and musicians meet. Come and experience this delightful old-time village buzz. Entry is free.
Read more HERE.
SPORTING EVENTS
Lake Viljandi beach
SAT 26.07 at 12.00 Folk boatsman aka rowing competition.
Read more HERE.Dance House
Traditional Music Centre
SAT at 00.00–04.00
The Dance House starts at midnight and is full of vibrant, energetic music, guaranteed to get everyone dancing! From Thursday to Saturday, various wonderful folk musicians take the stage and play dance music for four hours. Come and dance!
Artists playing at the Dance House: Soveldaja pillirühm, Sillerdajad, Liina-Mai & Jakob, Alamakstud Härrad, Natali & Aneta, Jaan Sarv, Duo Jõnks, Kargutajad, Riko Misnik, Katariina Tirmaste, Duo Kentsakad, Estpipes Trio.The Green Stage
Johan Laidoner square
SAT at 13.00–23.00
The Green Stage of XXXII Viljandi Folk Music Festival is located in the heart of the Old Town Area. This cosy concert stage offers a varied and captivating selection of traditional music every day.
Read more HERE.
Museum courtyard
SAT 26.07
Viljandi Museum courtyard, Lossi 14
In the courtyard of the Viljandi Museum, exciting activities await folk festival-goers of all ages on two festival days: pop-up exhibitions, attractions, crafting, workshops, fascinating presentations. Museums from all over Estonia will be present. Come and explore!
SUNDAY, July 27
KARMOŠKATEEK (Garmonteque)
Next to the Viljandimaa freedom monument (Freedom square)SUN 27.07 at 11.00–18.00
Karmoškateek (garmonteque) is a meeting place for everyone who has caught the garmon bug, where they can enjoy playing music together. Here the instruments will only rest in the late hours of the night, only to start anew in the morning!
The schedule for workshops and joint performances will be revealed on site.
Read more HERE. SPORTING EVENTS
Lake Viljandi beach
SUN 27.07 at 12.00 Beach aerobics. Real energy boost before the last day of the festival! Coach Malle Meiesaar.
Read more HERE.Lossi 6
SUN at 13.00–20.00
The historical õlleõu (beer yard) has morphed into Sõprade Hoov (friends’ yard), where good friends and musicians meet. Come and experience this delightful old-time village buzz. Entry is free.
Read more HERE.
The Green Stage
Johan Laidoner square
SUN at 13.00–19.30
The Green Stage of XXXII Viljandi Folk Music Festival is located in the heart of the Old Town Area. This cosy concert stage offers a varied and captivating selection of traditional music every day.
Read more HERE.