Estonian fairs in September, October and November 2026: autumn fair calendar
Estonian fairs in September, October and November 2026 bring together craftspeople, farm producers, gardeners, food vendors, antique dealers and local communities in autumn.
While summer fairs are often associated with city days and festivals, autumn brings fresh produce, apples, honey, preserves, bread, fish, plants, handicrafts and traditional Michaelmas, Martinmas and St. Catherine’s fairs to the fore.
In this overview, we have gathered a selection of the major and most interesting fairs of 2026. taking place from September to the end of November. Estonia’s 2026. fair calendar features dozens of different events across the country in September alone.
For each event, we prefer to link to the organiser’s or event’s official page. If no separate up-to-date official event page has been published, we use information from Laadakalender.
NB! Organisers may change times, the programme, location or ticket conditions. Always check the event page for the latest information before setting off.
Fairs 4.–6. September 2026
4.–5.09 — Haapsalu Autumn Harvest Fair
A two-day autumn fair will take place in the square at Rannarootsi keskus, welcoming vendors of both traditional market goods and plants and seedlings.
The fair is open both days from 9–15 and is ideal for those who want to spruce up their garden at the start of autumn, look for seasonal goods or simply enjoy the fair atmosphere.
Information about the Haapsalu Autumn Harvest Fair
4.–5.09 — Saaremaa Toidufestivali Sügislaat
The Autumn Fair, held at Kuressaare Kultuurikeskus and in its surroundings, is one of the opening events of Saaremaa Toidufestival.
Müügil on sügisannid, Peipsi sibul, kohalik küüslauk, kala, lihatooted, maiustused, istikud, aiakaubad, käsitöö, keraamika ja kodukaubad. Laupäeval toimub Kuressaare kesklinnas ka Suur Turupäev. Festival ise kestab 4.–13. septembrini.
The fair is open on Friday at 10–18 and on Saturday at 10–15.
Saaremaa Toidufestivali Sügislaat
5.09 — Jäneda Autumn Fair
Jäneda's traditional Autumn Fair takes place on 5 September. In Jäneda Mõis's 2026 fair calendar, it is one of three major fairs, together with Aia- ja Lillepäevad and Talupäevad.
The fair offers Estonian food, handicrafts and autumn produce. The programme also includes an exhibition of potato and apple varieties, a cultural programme and activities for children. The fair is open from 9–18.
Official information about Jäneda fairs
5.09 — Ülenurme Sügislaat ja Tõuloom 2026
The Estonian Agricultural Museum is hosting a major breeding animal exhibition event together with an autumn fair for the 35 time.
Cattle, horses, sheep, quails and rabbits will be brought to the arena; visitors can see a demonstration of sheep being shorn by hand, and workshops and rural-themed activities will take place throughout the day. The fair will sell handicrafts, farm products, seedlings and autumn produce.
The event takes place at 11–16. A regular ticket costs 5 euros and a family ticket 12 euros.
5.09 — Karksi Meefestival ja meelaat
Karksi-Nuia fills with honey and beekeeping on the first weekend of September. 2026. In the year, the XVIII Honey Festival will already take place.
- At the large September honey fair, beekeepers and beekeeping enthusiasts from across Estonia meet. In addition to honey, the programme features concerts, lectures, workshops, a children’s area and a honey food competition. Admission to the fair is free.
Karksi Honey Festival fair information
Fairs 11.–13. September 2026
12.–13.09 — Maardu Etnolaat 2026
A two-day Etnolaat takes place in Maardu Kellamäe park, combining a large autumn fair, the culture, music and food of different peoples, and a programme for the whole family.
The fair offers creations by craftspeople, farm products, seasonal produce, sweets, clothing, jewellery and souvenirs. At a separate food area, visitors can try familiar local flavours as well as dishes inspired by the cuisines of different peoples.
The 2026. programme is larger than usual: on Saturday, 12. September, the headliners Zetod and Alika Milova will take the stage, and the evening will end with fireworks. Music and dance groups representing different peoples will also perform during the day. Maardu’s own cultural groups will play a greater role in Sunday’s programme.
Etnolaat is also well suited for visiting with children, as in addition to the fair and concerts, the program includes activities and entertainment for the whole family.
The fair is open:
on 12 September from 10–18
on 13 September from 10–17
Official information and program for Maardu Etnolaat
11.09 — Pärnu Taimelaat
The autumn Pärnu Plant Fair takes place in Pärnu Vallikääru meadow, which the organizers call the largest garden fair in Pärnumaa.
This is a rather special fair, because the main focus is not on typical market goods, but on plants and gardening. Nurseries, collectors and hobby growers from Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania will be there, with over a hundred sales areas.
The fair is open at 9–19 and admission is free.
Information about Pärnu Taimelaat
12.09 — Tartu Maarjalaat
Maarjalaat, held in central Tartu, is one of the city's largest traditional autumn fairs.
Estonian handicrafts, local food and fresh autumn produce are on sale. The fairgrounds stretch from Avaturg to Raekoja plats and from the banks of the Emajõgi to Küüni tänav. The city of Tartu notes that the fair brings together hundreds of sellers and thousands of visitors every year.
The fair takes place at 10–18.
Official information about Tartu Maarjalaat
12.09 — Hüüru Autumn Fair
At the community fair held in the park of Hüüru mõis, handicrafts, garden produce, farm products, plants and flowers are sold.
A café will be open, activities will be organised for children, and a fair raffle will be held. The fair runs at 10–15.
12.09 — Kadrina handicraft and antiques fair
Handicraft artisans, food vendors and antiques dealers gather at Kadrina lauluväljak.
In addition to the trading, there is a cultural programme. The fair is open at 10–15.
Kadrina handicraft and antiques fair
12.09 — Rõuge community festival and UMA MEKK fair
In Rõuge Ööbikuorg, the community festival is combined with local South Estonian food and handicrafts.
Local food and drink producers and handicrafts from Vana-Võromaa are expected at the UMA MEKK fair. The program also includes workshops, a children's area, a cultural program and community activities.
The festival and fair take place at 9.30–15.
Information about the Rõuge community festival and UMA MEKK fair
Fairs on 19.–20. September 2026
19.09 — Suur Paunvere Väljanäitus ja Laat
The Paunvere fair held in Palamuse is one of Estonia’s largest autumn public events.
The 2026 fair takes place at 10–18. It focuses on domestic and organic produce, local food, plants, handicrafts and other market goods. There will also be an animal exhibition, children's activities and a cultural program.
The fairgrounds have room for more than a thousand sales areas, and the event usually attracts a very large number of visitors to Palamuse.
Official information about the Paunvere fair
19.09 — Kaja autumn fair in Tallinn
A traditional autumn fair centered on Estonian handicrafts and domestic goods is held at Mustamäe Kultuurikeskus Kaja.
Farm products, preserves, baked goods, garden produce, handicrafts, ceramics, jewelry, candles, toys, books and home decor are on sale. The fair takes place at 10–15.
20.09 — Estonian Bread Day and autumn fair
The harvest season is celebrated at Eesti Vabaõhumuuseum with Estonian Bread Day and an autumn fair.
The day focuses on rye bread and traditional Estonian food. Visitors can learn about the journey of bread from threshing and milling to baking, and buy Estonian food and handicrafts at the fair.
The fair takes place at 10–16.
Information about Estonian Bread Day and the autumn fair
20.09 — Lavassaare autumn fair
At the autumn fair held at Lavassaare staadion, visitors can find handicrafts, food, antiques, garden produce, plants, seedlings and preserves.
The day also includes an exhibition of vintage machinery, children's activities and a cultural programme. Eesti Muuseumraudtee is also open, and the museum train will be running.
The fair takes place at 9–16 and admission is free.
Information about Lavassaare sügislaat
Fairs on 26.–27. September 2026
The last weekend of September is one of the busiest in the 2026 autumn fair calendar: Michaelmas fairs are held simultaneously in several regions of Estonia.
26.09 — Suur Sügislaat Tallinna Lauluväljakul
Nearly one hundred vendors from Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania will come to Tallinna Lauluväljak.
The selection includes handicrafts, farm produce, fish, meat, spices, sweets, jewellery, seedlings, antiques, clothing, household goods and other products. There will also be a street food area and a children's area.
The fair takes place at 10–17, and admission is free.
Information about the Great Autumn Fair
26.09 — Narva-Jõesuu Silmufestival
Silmufestival, held at the port of Narva-Jõesuu, is one of the most distinctive autumn events in Ida-Virumaa.
Lamprey is a historic delicacy in the region, and visitors to the festival can sample a variety of lamprey dishes. There is also a fair, street food, a cultural programme and activities for the whole family.
The festival takes place on 26 September at the port of Narva-Jõesuu, and admission is free.
Official information about Silmufestival
26.09 — Muhu Mihklipäeva laat
The traditional Muhu Michaelmas fair takes place at the Hellamaa song and sports field.
The fair day also includes cafés, musicians, performers, a lottery and a bric-a-brac market. The event takes place at 9–15.
Information about the Muhu Mihklipäeva laat
26.09 — Jõhvi Mihklilaat
The XVII Jõhvi Mihklilaat takes place around Jõhvi Mihkli Church, on Rakvere tänav and along the promenade.
Handicrafts, farm products, natural products and seedlings are on sale. There is also a cultural programme, exhibitions and traditional activities for children.
The fair takes place at 10–15.
Information about Jõhvi Mihklilaat
26.09 — Arsenali Õunafestival
The ripening of home-grown apples is celebrated in Tallinn near Arsenal Keskus.
Estonian apple growers, apple product makers and other local small producers will be there. In addition to apples, other home-grown autumn produce will be on sale.
The festival takes place at 11–15.
Information about Arsenali Õunafestival
27.09 — Räpina Michaelmas Fair
The fair festivities continue in Räpina on the last Sunday of September.
The Michaelmas Fair takes place at Räpina Tuletõrje väljak at 9–15 and offers the usual autumn market goods.
Information about Räpina mihklilaat
Estonian fairs in October 2026
There are fewer large fairs in October than in September, but several very distinctive antiques, Michaelmas and traditional rural fairs take place. The Estonian fair calendar lists events from Harjumaa to Võrumaa for October 2026.
Fairs on 3.–4. October
3.10 — Aruvalla antiigi-, vanavara- ja militaarlaat
Aruvalla fair is aimed primarily at enthusiasts of antiques, retro items, military history and collecting.
Antiques, historical items, coins, badges, vinyl records, tools and other rarities are on sale. Sellers and collectors come from all over the Baltics.
The fair takes place at 9–16. An admission ticket costs 3 euros, and children up to 14 years old enter free.
Information about the Aruvalla antique and second-hand goods fair
4.10 — Tagadi restauraatorite päev
Tagadi restauraatorite päev is considered one of the largest vintage vehicle fairs in the Baltic states.
Approximately 400 antiques vendors will gather at the event, which will also feature an exhibition of vintage motorcycles and cars. The fair is aimed especially at those interested in vintage vehicles, their restoration, spare parts and the history of technology.
Information about Tagadi restauraatorite päev
Fairs on 9.–10. October
9.–10.10 — Haapsalu sügiskuu laat
Another two-day Haapsalu fair is taking place on the square of Rannarootsi keskus.
Laat on mõlemal päeval avatud kell 9–15 ning sinna on oodatud erineva kaubaga müüjad ja ostjad.
10.10 — Liivimaa Mihklilaat in Valga
Liivimaa Mihklilaat, held around Valga Kultuurikeskus, is a traditional autumn community event.
The fair sells plants, garden produce, handicrafts, honey, food products, jewellery, wooden products and other locally made goods.
The fair takes place at 9–16.
10.10 — Saue koguperefest ja laat
An indoor family event with a fair, well suited to autumn weather, is taking place at Saue Spordihoone.
Laadaosa keskendub laste- ja beebikaupadele, mänguasjadele, käsitööle, kingitustele, hobitarvetele, loovtoodetele ning spordi- ja vabaajakaubale.
The family festival takes place at 12–15. Admission is free for adults.
Information about the Saue family festival and fair
Fairs on 24.–28. October
24.10 — Elva koguperefest ja laat
A large indoor family day with a fair will take place at Elva Spordihoone.
Müügil on laste- ja beebikaubad, mänguasjad, harivad tooted, käsitöö, kingitused, hobitarbed ning pere- ja vabaajakaubad.
The event takes place at 12–15. Admission is free for adults.
Information about the Elva family festival and fair
28.10 — Lindora fair
Kui valida oktoobrist ainult üks tõeliselt omanäoline Eesti laat, on Lindora väga tugev kandidaat.
Lindora laata on peetud Võrumaal Setomaa ja Võrumaa piiril juba üle saja aasta ning see toimub alati 28. oktoobril sõltumata nädalapäevast. Võru vald nimetab seda piirkonna üheks traditsiooniliseks suursündmuseks.
Historically, livestock was traded here, with handicrafts, garden produce, local food and manufactured goods added later. The 2026 fair takes place at 8–16.
Information about the Lindora fair
Eesti laadad novembris 2026
Novembris liiguvad laadad järjest rohkem siseruumidesse ning sügisandidelt kandub rõhk käsitööle, kohalikule toidule ning mardi- ja kadripäeva traditsioonidele.
Fairs on 5.–8. November
5.–7.11 — Mardilaat 2026 in Tallinn
Mardilaat on üks Eesti olulisemaid käsitöösündmusi ning 2026. aastal toimub juba XXX Mardilaat.
Unibet Arenale tuuakse Eesti käsitöömeistrid, käsitöökoolid, muuseumid, kirjastused ja toidupakkujad. Toimuvad meistrikojad, laste töötoad, rahvuslik muusika ja käsitöö-öö.
The fair is open:
- Thursday, 5. November at 12–19;
- Friday, 6. November at 10–21;
- Saturday, 7. November at 10–19.
There will be no Mardilaat on Sunday in 2026.
Official information about Mardilaat
6.–7.11 — Haapsalu autumn fair
A two-day November fair will take place in the square at Rannarootsi keskus.
Laat on avatud mõlemal päeval kell 9–15.
Information about the Haapsalu autumn fair
8.11 — Kohila autumn fair
An autumn fair in November will take place in the square at Kohila railway station.
Laat kestab kell 9–15 ning sinna on oodatud nii ostjad kui ka erineva kaubaga müüjad.
Laadad 14.–15. novembril
14.–15.11 — Festival Maitsev Eesti
Tallinna Kultuurikatlasse kogunevad kaheks päevaks Eesti toidu- ja joogitootjad, kokad ning kohalike maitsete austajad.
At the festival, visitors can discover small Estonian producers, take part in tastings and masterclasses, and watch various competitions. The 2026 programme also includes the Aasta Kokk and Aasta Noorkokk competitions.
The festival is open at 12–18 on both days.
Official information about Festival Maitsev Eesti
Fairs on 21.–22. November
21.–22.11 — Suur Kadrilaat in Rakvere
Rakvere Põhjakeskuses toimub kaks päeva kestev Suur Kadrilaat.
Craftspeople and Estonian food producers will be there. Jewellery, knitwear, leather goods, textiles, woodwork, toys, candles, forged items, wickerwork, farm products and other Estonian goods will be on sale.
The fair is open on Saturday at 10–18 and on Sunday at 10–15. Admission is free for visitors.
21.11 — Elva kadrilaat
Elva keskväljakul toimub traditsiooniline novembrilaat.
Laat on avatud kell 9–15.
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Suure laadamelu otsijale
The largest events include Suur Paunvere Väljanäitus ja Laat, Tartu Maarjalaat, Suur Sügislaat Tallinna Lauluväljakul and Mardilaat. Paunvere Fair has more than a thousand vendor spaces, Tartu Maarjalaat covers much of the city centre, and Mardilaat is one of Estonia’s major craft events.
Lastega perele
Particularly good choices are Ülenurme Sügislaat ja Tõuloom, Eesti leiva päev ja sügislaat, Lavassaare sügislaat, Saue koguperefest and Elva koguperefest.
At Ülenurme, you can see pedigree animals; at Lavassaare, you can ride a museum train; and the events in Saue and Elva are specially designed for families.
Eesti toidu austajale
It is worth checking out Saaremaa Toidufestivali Sügislaata, Karksi Meefestivali, Narva-Jõesuu Silmufestivali, Eesti leiva päeva and Festival Maitsev Eesti.
Vanavara ja vanatehnika huvilisele
The most interesting options are Kadrina käsitöö- ja vanavaralaat, Aruvalla antiigi-, vanavara- ja militaarlaat and Tagadi restauraatorite päev.
Traditsioonilise Eesti laadakultuuri kogemiseks
Visit Lindora laat, Muhu Mihklipäeva laat, Jõhvi Mihklilaat, Mardilaat or Suur Kadrilaat.
These events combine fair trading with local customs, handicrafts and autumn folk-calendar traditions.
Frequently asked questions
Millal toimub Tartu Maarjalaat 2026?
Tartu Maarjalaat toimub 12. septembril 2026 kell 10–18 Tartu kesklinnas.
Millal toimub Paunvere laat 2026?
Suur Paunvere Väljanäitus ja Laat toimub 19. septembril 2026 kell 10–18 Palamusel.
Millal toimub Tallinna Suur Sügislaat 2026?
Suur Sügislaat toimub 26. septembril 2026 kell 10–17 Tallinna Lauluväljakul.
When will Narva-Jõesuu Silmufestival 2026 take place?
Silmufestival takes place on 26 September 2026 at Narva-Jõesuu harbour.
Millal toimub Lindora laat 2026?
Lindora laat traditionally takes place on 28 October. In 2026, the fair is open from 8–16 at the Lindora crossroads in Võrumaa.
Millal toimub Mardilaat 2026?
XXX Mardilaat toimub 5.–7. novembril 2026 Unibet Arenal Tallinnas.
Millal toimub Festival Maitsev Eesti 2026?
Festival Maitsev Eesti toimub 14.–15. novembril 2026 Tallinna Kultuurikatlas, mõlemal päeval kell 12–18.
Summary
September is the busiest month of Estonia’s autumn fair season. During the first weekends, the focus is on autumn produce, plants, local food and handicrafts, while the period of Michaelmas fairs begins at the end of the month.
The calendar becomes less crowded in October, but some major traditional events remain, such as Tagadi restauraatorite päev and Lindora laat.
In November, fair activities move largely indoors, and Estonian handicrafts and food culture take centre stage, led by Mardilaat, Festival Maitsev Eesti and Suur Kadrilaat. The 2026 fair calendar confirms that the autumn fair season essentially lasts until the end of November.
For the more popular fairs, it is worth planning transport and, if needed, accommodation in advance. Before setting off, always check the organiser’s website for the latest event programme, time, location and ticket information.
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