Best Live Music Venues in Tallinn
Find live music across genres and sizes in Tallinn—from intimate jazz clubs to concert halls and summer outdoor stages.
Tallinn has a scattered but committed live music scene concentrated in a few key neighborhoods and multiple venue types. Rather than ranking, this guide organizes by what you're looking for: the size of room, the genre you want to hear, where to find it. The city's best programming happens in Telliskivi Creative City, a former railway repair yard now packed with music bars, theaters, and galleries; downtown jazz clubs near Freedom Square; a historic rock venue; electronic music clubs; and outdoor summer stages. Gig calendars change weekly, so check venue websites and Songkick before you go. The city books touring acts alongside Estonian indie and electronic acts. Festival season runs spring through fall, with Tallinn Music Week anchoring the schedule in April.
You can find everything from late-night warehouse shows to classical concerts in traditional halls. The key is knowing which neighborhood suits the mood and checking what's on the night you plan to go out.
Philly Joe's
Vabaduse väljak 10 · Jazz club · Tuesday–Saturday 5 pm–11 pm
Tallinn's only jazz club, DownBeat's Best Venue for Jazz 2023. Open from Tuesday to Saturday 5–11pm, and play only vinyls, give the musicians total freedom. The room is small enough that when there is about 30 people inside it's already crowded. Jazz Estonia organises concerts at the jazz club on three Fridays every month. Start here if you want proper jazz in a space that feels like a club should feel.
Rock Cafe
Tartu mnt 80d, Kesklinn · Rock, tribute acts, touring rock · Check website for schedule
Tallinn's landmark rock music venue. Opened in 1992, still the go-to for guitar-based music, tribute acts and occasional mid-tier international tours. The venue has real substance—this is where serious rock fans go, not a tourist trap. Books everything from local Estonian acts to established bands passing through the region.
Sveta
Telliskivi 62, Kalamaja · Estonian indie, electronic, alternative · €5–10 entry
The most interesting venue in the city for live music and alternative nights. Housed in the Telliskivi complex, Sveta books Estonian bands, indie nights and occasional electronic acts. Entry €5–10. An open minded all inclusive venue which prides itself on its diverse programming. With an adventurous spirit and good heart that offers a platform to support a wide variety of subcultures. From club nights to live concerts, we are always trying to push new boundaries and bring people together. This is where the city's younger, local music scene happens.
Telliskivi 60a/7, Telliskivi Creative City · Estonian and Baltic indie, folk, experimental · €5–10
stockA live music club focused on Estonian and Baltic artists. The programming covers indie rock, folk-pop and experimental music. One of the few Tallinn venues where the sound quality actually matches the booking ambitions. Opening hours MON-THUR 12:00-22:00, FRI-SAT 12:00-00:00, SUN 12:00-21:00. Characterised by an eccentric ambiance that is complemented by a well-rounded execution and an experience that is far from boring.
Helitehas
Madara tn 22a · Rock, metal, electronic, touring acts · 1,500 capacity
Set at Madara tn 22a in Tallinn, Helitehas is a dynamic, warehouse-style live event venue that anchors Estonia's modern music and arts calendar. The flexible space welcomes touring bands, cutting-edge electronic producers, stand-up comedy, and special cultural showcases. A concert and party hall that can accommodate up to 1500 people for concerts, parties, corporate events and birthday parties. Books everything from electronic to rock acts.
Alexela Kontserdimaja
Estonia pst 9, Südalinn · Classical, jazz, touring acts, Estonian Academy events · 1,829 seats
A concert hall in Tallinn, Estonia. The hall consists of 1,829 seats as follows: 1,030 in the arena, 491 in the dress circle and 308 in the upper circle. Spacious and cozy at the same time, and is perfectly located in the city centre. The main venue for classical, ballet, and larger touring jazz acts. Check the calendar for current programming.
Vaba Lava Summer Stage
Põhja pst 35, near Balti jaam · Estonian and Baltic artists, folk, acoustic · May–September
A cultural centre that doubles as a summer music venue. The outdoor stage runs from May to September with a programme of Estonian and Baltic artists. Entry varies. Early September is still prime time here before the stage closes for the season. Good for an outdoor evening if weather permits.
Paavli Kultuurivabrik
Telliskivi, Kalamaja · Jazz, funk, electronic, experimental · Variable
A cultural space in the Telliskivi complex that hosts jazz, funk, electronic, and experimental music. Made In Baltics offers a meticulously curated showcase of the most noteworthy artists from Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. From pop to more leftfield sounds, from rock stars to troubadours and unmistakable stage personalities with their own unique vision and presence. Check their programming calendar for what's on.
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